Al Nassr is prepared to part ways with Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo faces an uncertain future at Al Nassr as his relationship with the Saudi football authorities shows serious signs of deterioration.

Ronaldo’s consecutive absences in the last two matches for Al Nassr have sparked significant speculation that he is deliberately pressuring to leave the Saudi Pro League this coming summer.

According to multiple reliable sources from the British media, Al Nassr is willing to let Ronaldo go if he formally requests a transfer. Ronaldo’s £43 million release clause will become active at the end of the season, opening the door for a potentially uneasy separation between the two parties.

The root cause is believed to be Ronaldo’s dissatisfaction with the Saudi Public Investment Fund. The 41-year-old star is unhappy because PIF is reportedly favoring rival clubs of Al Nassr in major transfer deals, severely undermining his team’s ambitions to compete for titles. In this context, Ronaldo’s “strike” has greatly disappointed Saudi officials.

i Paper revealed that Saudi authorities were “shocked” by Ronaldo’s actions and emphasized that no individual, even the league’s biggest icon, can place themselves above the long-term interests of the Saudi Pro League. This firm stance has cast even more uncertainty over Ronaldo’s future in the Middle East.

Joining Al Nassr in December 2022, Cristiano Ronaldo was once seen as a trailblazer symbol for European stars arriving in the Saudi Pro League. However, if the Portuguese superstar leaves, the league has already prepared global-level alternatives. Mohamed Salah and Bruno Fernandes are mentioned as top targets in the Saudi Pro League’s new image-building strategy.

Among them, Mohamed Salah is considered the ideal choice due to his significant influence in the Arab world and outstanding commercial value. Bruno Fernandes is also seriously considered, as the Portuguese midfielder possesses high professional quality and strong playmaking abilities.

As for Ronaldo, rumors are swirling about a return to a former European club. Despite being 41, the former Manchester United and Real Madrid star still holds considerable appeal. A shocking comeback in Europe could happen if the right conditions are met.

In the coming weeks, Cristiano Ronaldo’s future will undoubtedly be the focal point of the summer transfer market. Whether he stays in Saudi Arabia or seeks new challenges, every move by the superstar could cause a major ripple in global football.