Cristiano Ronaldo on the verge of slamming the door

World 04 February 2026 at 05:50

Mahdi Zakaria LAZRI

News Editor

Tension is mounting around Cristiano Ronaldo, whose frustration with Al-Nassr's situation continues to grow. The Portuguese star is struggling with what he perceives as an imbalance between his club and some rivals who were strengthened this winter, especially after Karim Benzema’s arrival at Al-Hilal.

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For Ronaldo, it's more than just sporting rivalry—he denounces what he considers unfair treatment. He reportedly stated that Al-Nassr "did not have the political power of Al-Hilal," a statement loaded with meaning in a league shaped by substantial public and private investments.

This frustration became tangible when he refused to play in a recent match. With 18 months left on his contract and a hefty release clause, Cristiano Ronaldo is now seriously considering his next move, leaving the door open for a possible early departure from Saudi Arabia.

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