Cristiano Ronaldo gives transfer demand to Al Nassr

Saudi Arabia has suddenly become an attraction for aging stars nearing retirement after Ronaldo's arrival. The Portugal international joined the Saudi Pro League club on a 2-1/2 year contract, estimated to be worth more than 200 million Euros. His contract with Manchester United got terminated after a controversial interview with broadcaster Piers Morgan, where he criticised the club's hierarchy and manager Erik Ten Hag.

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Ronaldo's former teammate Karim Benzema joined Al Ittihad after Real Madrid's 2022-23 season got over. Meanwhile, Lionel Messi was linked to Al Hilal but eventually decided to join MLS side Inter Miami. Currently, even Riyad Mahrez and Ngolo Kante are being linked to the Saudi Pro League.

Now it looks like Portuguese midfielder William Carvalho could also join Al Nassr. The 31-year-old is currently a key member of Real Betis and is under contract with the La Liga side until 2026. According to AS, Ronaldo wants Al Nassr to sign Carvalho, who has roomed with him while on international duty. The report also claims that the duo are 'best friends'.

Ronaldo's statement about Al Nassr and Saudi Pro League

After Al Nassr failed to win the league title, it was reported that Ronaldo could depart, but the veteran has decided to stay at the club. Ronaldo said, "I think the league is very good but I think we have many, many opportunities to still grow. I think the league is good, it's competitive. we have very good teams, we have very good Arab players. The infrastructure I think they need to improve a little bit more. The referees and the VAR system. They should be a little bit quicker. I think other small things they need to improve. I am happy here, I want to continue here, I will continue here."