5 reasons why Cristiano Ronaldo hijacked to join Al-Nassr in January 2023 will be discussed in this article. As you know, after parting ways with Manchester United in November 2022, Ronaldo has yet to find a new club to play for.
However, recently a club from Saudi Arabia, Al-Nassr, is reportedly interested in the Portugal national team captain. So will this actually materialize?
Various reasons were mentioned that would make Ronaldo really want to play in the Saudi Arab League. So what are the causes?
1. Promised to Become Ambassador of Arab Countries
If he accepts Al-Nassr’s proposal, Ronaldo will reportedly also get a contract as ambassador to an Arab country with Egypt and Greece for the 2030 World Cup. Of course, the nominal value of the contract will be fantastic.
“Ronaldo will be contracted for two and a half years as a player and the rest as an Arab ambassador candidate alongside Egypt and Greece for the 2030 World Cup,” Marca said in a statement.
2. Great Salary
Ronaldo will get a fantastic salary if he really joins Al-Nassr. At least, the club is reportedly willing to pay Ronaldo 200 million euros per season.
3. Enjoying Before Retirement
Ronaldo is 37 years old, and his age is no longer young, making it difficult for CR7 to compete in Europe’s top leagues. For this reason, playing in minor leagues like Saudi Arabia will allow him to enjoy his last days before retiring.
In the world of football, there have been many incidents of players choosing leagues in Arabia, Asia and the United States to enjoy the last moments of their careers.
4. Trying New Challenges
Ronaldo really likes a challenge. He also dared to return to the Premier League at a no longer young age because he was interested in trying his luck again with Man United.
However, the Premier League turned out to be difficult for Ronaldo. The Saudi Arabian League is also felt to be something new for Ronaldo. Maybe the curiosity of playing in Arabia will make Ronaldo accept Al-Nassr’s proposal.
5. Need a New Club
So far, no top European clubs are interested in Ronaldo on a free transfer. This makes Ronaldo still unemployed alias without a club to defend.
Of course Ronaldo does not want this to drag on too long. Because no club wanted to accommodate him, Ronaldo could take the offer from Al-Nassr.
