Cristiano Ronaldo’s blockbuster move to Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr has reportedly turned from a dream to a nightmare, less than four months into his two-year contract set to expire in 2025.
Cristiano Ronaldo wants to leave Al Nassr only months after his move to the Saudi club from Manchester United, according to reports.
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Ronaldo became the world’s highest paid player after moving from Manchester United to the Saudi Pro League, with the attacker reportedly earning more than 200 million dollars per year.
The World's 10 Highest-Paid Athletes in 2023, according to @Forbes:
1. Cristiano Ronaldo: $136 million
2. Lionel Messi: $130 million
3. Kylian Mbappe: $120 million
4. LeBron James: $119 million
5. Canelo Alvarez: $110 million
6. Dustin Johnson: $107 million
7. Phil Mickelson:… pic.twitter.com/fW4ORuX81m— Joe Pompliano (@JoePompliano) May 2, 2023
Reports are suggesting the move has not gone to plan for both parties, with Al Nassr underwhelmed at Ronaldo’s output considering the money he is being paid.
Ronaldo is said to be unhappy in Saudi Arabia, with a potential move back to European football tempting the Portuguese great. There is hope from his camp that a return to Real Madrid may be possible.
🚨 Cristiano Ronaldo would already like to leave Saudi Arabia! 🇸🇦👋
The player is said to be nostalgic for his life in Madrid and could return to Real, where Florentino Perez could offer him an ambassador role.
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