Ronaldo's Participation in Doubt Before Al-Nassr vs. Al-Ittihad Clash... Efforts to Convince Him to Return

Al-Nassr fans are eagerly awaiting the status of Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo regarding his participation in the upcoming match against Al-Ittihad, amid uncertainty surrounding his decision to join the team's roster before the anticipated encounter in the Roshan Saudi League.

Continuous Absence Raises Questions

Ronaldo missed Al-Nassr's last match against Riyadh in the twentieth round, while Saudi media reports indicated the possibility of his continued absence from the Al-Ittihad match, despite attempts to persuade him to return to the team before the game.

Disputes Over Transfer Market

According to informed sources, Ronaldo's objection to Al-Nassr's management actions during the winter transfer period is behind his absence, as he believes the club did not adequately support the team compared to their rival Al-Hilal, which made several prominent signings during the transfer window, while Al-Nassr only secured two contracts.

League Association Confirms Clubs' Independence

Amid the escalating controversy, the Saudi Professional League Association emphasized that competition decisions are not subject to the will of any player, regardless of their status.
The association confirmed that clubs enjoy complete independence in managing their technical and financial affairs, within a regulatory framework aimed at achieving balance and sustainability in competition.

Koman Ready… Offensive Alternatives Considered

In terms of technical preparations, Al-Nassr coach Jorge Jesus decided to include French player Kingsley Koman in the team's camp after passing medical tests, despite not being listed in the main roster in anticipation of a new injury.
If Ronaldo's absence continues, the coaching staff is considering relying on Abdullah Al-Hamdan, Sadio Mane, and Joao Felix to lead the attacking line, with the final lineup to be determined during the technical meeting before the match.

Participation Decision in Player's Hands

Ronaldo's status remains undecided as reports indicate that his decision to join the camp and participate in the match is still linked to his personal desire, while the club's management continues efforts to bring him back to the team before the anticipated confrontation.