Cristiano Ronaldo has been a central figure in Saudi pro leagueGrowth and attracts several world -class players to join the league. However, the Portuguese star may now face an unexpected setback that A key teammate at Al Nassr was able to leave the club to play in the UEFA Champions League next season.
Saudi Arabic football experienced a significant boom between 2022 and 2023with stars like Ronaldo and Neymar Join the league to increase development. But that appeal seems to fade in recent months, as several players have already left the region and one of Al-Nassr’s stars may be next.
According to Sports‘SACA table, Olympique de Marseille has identified Aymeric Laporte as a priority target to reinforce their defense. The Ligue 1 club is reportedly in contact with Laporte’s representatives and explores the opportunity to bring him back to Europe after his magic formulas in Athletic Bilbao and Manchester City.
Marseille Coach Roberto de Zerbi has struggled with defensive stability this season and got the club to seek reinforcements. Currently sitting second in Ligue 1 behind Paris Saint-Germain, if in a strong position to qualify for next season Champions League – A key factor in their efforts to attract Laporte.
Laportes current business with Al-Nassr is going until June 2026But with only one year left on its contract at the end of the season, the coming summer transfer window may be Al-Nassr’s last opportunity to secure a transfer fee before he risks losing him as a free agent or offering him another lucrative contract.
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Despite Cristiano Ronaldo’s impressive goal-coring record at Al-Nassr, The club’s performances have fallen below expectations When it comes to competing for cutlery.
Al-Nassr led an early exit in the King’s Cup round of 16 Back in October and failed to keep up with steps in Saudi Pro League Title Race Against al-ITIhad and al-Hilal. Ronaldo’s side, however, advanced recently to AFC Champions League quarterfinals After defeating Esteghlal FC.
With his next opponent who has not yet been established, Al-Nassr’s focus will now switch completely to the international competition- potentially their best chance to secure a trophy this season. Ronaldo has not yet won an official title since he arrived in Saudi Arabia, making AFC Champions League a crucial opportunity to end it drought.
