Saudi Pro League: PIF agrees to Cristiano Ronaldo's demands

Cristiano Ronaldo has decided to rejoin Al Nassr, ending his boycott that kept him out of two Saudi Pro League matches. The 41-year-old Portuguese star had refused to play following tensions with the Saudi sovereign wealth fund (PIF) and its involvement in the club’s transfer dealings.

Ronaldo will return to the pitch on February 14 against Al Fateh, after his demands were met: all overdue salaries have been paid and the club’s management autonomy has been restored, with Simão Coutinho and José Semedo reinstated in their roles.

This season, Ronaldo has already played 22 matches, scoring 18 goals and providing 3 assists. Al Nassr currently sits second in the Saudi Pro League, just one point behind Al Hilal. The league has reiterated that each club retains control over its management, with no player intervention allowed.

Aliou Toundé |

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