Frustrated by club’s lack of transfer action, veteran star refuses to play and could seek summer exit.
In a dramatic escalation of his dispute with club ownership, Cristiano Ronaldo is set to extend his playing strike for a second consecutive match, casting a shadow over Al Nassr’s pivotal weekend fixture.
The 40-year-old forward, reportedly furious with the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund (PIF) over a lack of promised squad investment, refused to play in Monday’s match against Al-Riyadh. His absence could continue on Friday against Al Ittihad, a crucial game where a victory would send Al Nassr to the top of the Saudi Pro League table.
According to reports, Ronaldo’s frustration stems from what he sees as a failure by the PIF—which owns Al Nassr—to provide concrete guarantees about strengthening the team’s management and player roster. Despite his consistent goal-scoring since arriving in the Middle East, the Portuguese superstar has been unable to secure a league title for the club.
Sources indicate that discussions are ongoing, but Ronaldo has made a stark ultimatum: without the necessary promises for the club’s future direction, he will formally request to leave when the transfer window opens in June. His boycott is a direct attempt to pressure the ownership into action.
The situation highlights a curious internal rift, as the PIF owns several Saudi clubs—but not Al-Hilal, Al Nassr’s major rival. Ronaldo’s standoff suggests a deep-seated belief that, without significant investment, his final ambition of lifting the league trophy with Al Nassr may remain out of reach.
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