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Legendary striker Ronaldo spent just one season at Barcelona despite scoring a stunning 47 goals in 49 games for the club.

He went on to enjoy a fine career, becoming an icon at Real Madrid and helping Brazil win two World Cup.

Liverpool’s Coutinho is continuing to be linked with a mega-money move to the Nou Camp with Barca expected to launch another bid for him in January.

But Ronaldo has told Coutinho to be wary of the move, insisting the La Liga leaders have ‘always had issues’ with Brazilians.

He said: "I felt much more happy and more connected to Real Madrid, despite having lived a great year in Barcelona."

"In the end, my history with Barça was very bad, similar to the one Neymar had.

"Barcelona has always had issues with Brazilian players: Neymar, Romario, Ronaldinho and me.

"We were all treated badly by the club in the end, despite all our contributions and dedication."

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Despite Ronaldo’s comment, fellow Brazil legend Rivaldo believes Coutinho will succeed if he moves to Barcelona.

"I do not know if the signing will be made or not because there is a lot of money," the Barca great said.

"But I am convinced that if he comes to Barca, he will succeed because it is easy to succeed here with the quality he has. The Barca fans will like his football."