Roberto Carlos begins Russian adventure

Former Real Madrid full-back Roberto Carlos has arrived in Grozny ahead of his first game for new Russian club, Anzhi Makhachkala.

The 37-year-old Brazilian signed a two-and-a-half-year deal with the Dagestan club, worth an estimated 6 million pounds.

World Cup winner Carlos ended his contract with Brazilian side Corinthians last month, after he and his former team-mates were abused by fans following the team’s shock early exit from the Copa Libertadores.

His new club are currently ranked 11th in the Russian league and are bankrolled by billionaire Suleiman Kerimov.

Reports have suggested that the club have also targeted AC Milan midfielder Gennaro Gattuso and three time FIFA World Player of the Year, Ronaldo, to join their star recruit.

Carlos will make his debut on Tuesday, when Anzhi face Zenit St Petersburg in their last-16 tie in the Russian Cup.