Expert: 'Ronaldo is just an employee in Saudi Arabia'

Journalist Walid Al-Faraj expressed frustration towards Cristiano Ronaldo when the Portuguese superstar showed dissatisfaction with the owners of Al Nassr club.

In Saudi Arabia, the sports world has become the focus of another intense debate. Renowned sports journalist and TV host Walid Al Faraj openly and sharply voiced his opinions about the recent actions of Cristiano Ronaldo, the captain of Al Nassr.He emphasized that the Portuguese superstar should not misuse his fame and significant influence.

Al Faraj did not shy away from the issue. Ronaldo holds a position in Saudi Arabia, but that position comes with rules and respect. According to the journalist, this is Saudi Arabia and it is never anyone’s private domain. At this point, he used very strong words, saying Ronaldo must understand his limits.

He also highlighted another important aspect. Ronaldo’s salary is an unimaginable figure even in Europe. Therefore, it demands responsibility and a professional attitude. From Al Faraj’s perspective, a major star must respect the league, the club, and the system supporting this championship, or find another path for himself.

Al Faraj stated: "Ronaldo needs to know his place. This is Saudi Arabia, not Ronaldo Arabia. He is just an employee here, and on top of that, he’s earning a massive salary never seen in Europe. Given that, he must respect the club and the league. Otherwise, he should pack up and leave."

Notably, recent rumors have surfaced that Ronaldo is unhappy with certain policies pursued by the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF), and it is even suggested that he has missed some training sessions and matches for Al Nassr. These signs are regarded as a “serious signal” by fans.

Because if Ronaldo leaves, it would be a heavy blow not only to Al Nassr but also to the entire league. Reputation, promotion, marketing, and international attention would all face immediate pressure. The Saudi Pro League has accelerated its global emergence in recent years thanks to big names, with Ronaldo being the strongest “magnet” of this project.

However, the current situation shows that big names come with big demands. Fans care about only one thing: whether the stars will enhance the league and increase its value, or cast a shadow over its image through controversies. Now, Ronaldo himself will provide the most decisive answer through his performance on the pitch.