US EditionRonaldo Sat Out Al-Nassr Win over Transfer Frustration with Saudi's PIF
Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly frustrated with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund's management of Al-Nassr, leading to his refusal to play and sparking transfer interest from Europe and MLS.
- Reports on Monday said A Bola claimed Ronaldo refused to play for Al‑Nassr against Al‑Riyadh, amid frustrations with club backing, according to media reports.
- The Saudi PIF's investment in rival clubs is cited as the cause of Ronaldo's action, as A Bola reports he feels Al‑Hilal, Al‑Ahly and Al‑Ittihad received more backing than Al‑Nassr.
- Bookmakers and outlets reported rising interest across Europe and MLS in Ronaldo, with Betfair pricing him 7/4 to join any MLS team and 40/1 to return to Manchester United.
- The reported strike at Al‑Nassr has fueled last-minute transfer speculation as Monday's 7pm deadline approaches, according to media outlets.
- Cristiano Ronaldo, 40‑year‑old forward, has 111 goals and 22 assists in 127 Al‑Nassr appearances, fueling transfer speculation amid reports he has gone on strike.
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Cristiano Ronaldo has been the face of the Saudi Pro League since arriving in the Middle East three years ago, but the Portuguese superstar is reportedly weighing up his exit for the first time. The veteran superstar has grown frustrated with what he believes to be uneven conditions for the competition.The Saudi league involves four sides that are fundamentally funded by the state, including Al-Ittihad, Al-Nassr, Al-Hilal and Al-Ahli. Yet Ronald…
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