TThe drama surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia continues to unfold, with new details emerging about his protest action after he opted not to be included in Al Nasr’s match-day squad against Riyadh. The Portuguese star is clearly unhappy that reinforcements have come to Al Hilal but not to his team, and appears to have taken a decisive decision that will be painful for the league.
According to CBS Sports, the global soccer superstar has reportedly warned Saudi authorities that he is prepared to leave the club and even the country due to his recent moves in the transfer market.
Reports had suggested that Saudi officials expected the protests to end because Cristiano Ronaldo had already taken part in training, but that appears not to be the case.
How does Cristiano Ronaldo feel about this situation?
According to the report, a source claims that Ronaldo feels “betrayed” and wants assurances about Al Nasr’s sporting direction if he remains with the team. It is worth noting that his contract includes a release clause of approximately $58 million.
While several clubs would be interested in signing the player, the reality is that few clubs can afford Cristiano Ronaldo’s wages – and he has yet to win a Saudi Professional League title.
This will be headline news that will shock the entire football world, especially considering the 2026 World Cup is just around the corner and Cristiano Ronaldo cannot afford to go without playing.
