Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr is preparing to part ways with Portuguese forward Cristiano Ronaldo at the conclusion of the current season. The 41-year-old superstar, who joined the Riyadh-based team in early 2023, has reportedly received the "green light" from club management to seek a new destination.
Operative Information Center-OMM, citing foreign media reports, notes that Al-Nassr is already looking toward the future. The club's leadership aims to fill the void left by Ronaldo with other high-profile figures in world football, with Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah and Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes identified as primary targets. Recent reports suggest growing friction between Ronaldo and the club, with the veteran forward allegedly dissatisfied with the team's transfer strategy, leading to his absence from the last two matches.
Ronaldo's move to Al-Nassr in January 2023 was a landmark moment for Middle Eastern football, triggering a massive influx of elite European talent into the Saudi Pro League. Since his arrival, the league has seen significant investment as part of Saudi Arabia's broader initiative to enhance its global sporting profile. Despite his individual scoring prowess, Al-Nassr has faced challenges in securing major silverware during his tenure, leading to increased speculation regarding his future in the kingdom.
