This article contains adult content that may be inappropriate for minors. Please confirm that you are 18 years or older to continue. This article contains images or details that some readers may find disturbing. Reader discretion is advised. Born in 1998, Eberechi Eze likely has little memory of watching Romário play. There is a chance he may have seen some of Baixinho's games since he extended his career until the age of 41, but he certainly does not recall the glory days of the former Brazilian international. Still, seeing Eze's reaction upon meeting the now 60-year-old senator makes it clear that his feelings towards Romário go beyond mere respect. The Brazilian was at Arsenal's training center along with some compatriots who play for the Gunners, and the moment when Eze went to meet Romário is… unmissable. "I didn't even want to take a picture. I just said I wanted to come here to touch him and do this [a bow]," commented Gabriel Jesus, who facilitated the meeting between his teammate and a timeless idol.
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