Lionel Messi is preparing to put up $4million to help release Ronaldinho from Paraguayan jail following news of the Brazilian's arrest last week, according to reports.
Ronaldinho, 39, was arrested by authorities for travelling with a fake passport, while he is also allegedly under investigation for additional crimes.
The Brazil legend is thought to have travelled to the South American country on the invitation of a casino owner and was planning to take part in a children's soccer clinic and to launch his book 'Genius of Life'.
After being taken by police, a judge denied Ronaldinho and his brother house arrest due to fears that they would try to escape the country amid a media frenzy.
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