Pato, now 35 years old, shared his decision with the press. He explained that becoming a father changed his priorities, and he wanted to be with his family more. His son, Benjamin, is 1.5 years old and already enjoys playing with a ball.
Pato last played a match almost two years ago, and he doesn't feel a strong desire to play football anymore. However, he still loves the sport and is considering other roles in the future.
One possibility is becoming a football coach or manager, where he can share his experience with players. Another idea is to own a football club, which would allow him to stay involved in the sport while focusing on his family.
