Newcastle are among the favorites to sign Cristiano Ronaldo amid reports the veteran star is seeking an early exit from Al Nasser football team.
The 38-year-old’s £175m deal with Al Nasser runs until 2025. An agreement he signed after agreeing to part ways with United in November last year.
Ronaldo has been in good scoring form for the Saudi side since his arrival. Netting 12 goals in as many league games this season.
Al Nasser rank second in the Saudi Pro League and only three points behind leaders Al Ittihad. But played more. There are still 5 games left in the program.
However, the five-time Ballon d’Or winner reportedly wanted to leave the club just months after his arrival. Former club Real Madrid are said to be willing to offer Ronaldo the role of ambassador.
Spanish newspaper El Nacional said:
“Florentino Perez has guaranteed that (Ronaldo) will not miss the Santiago Bernabeu. But of course he will not a kicker. Because he considers it to be a finished cycle.”UFABET
Ronaldo’s girlfriend, Georgina Rodriguez has also been said to long for a return to Madrid where the pair met. But a return to Spain isn’t the only option the striker has.
According to Paddy Power, a move to MLS is most likely for Ronaldo, with the chance to join any team for a 6/4 price (betting 4 for 6 not included). capital)
His ex-team Sporting Lisbon are priced at 2/1, with a shock return to Manchester United also priced at 16/1, and a return to Real Madrid at 18/1.
Newcastle, who are hoping for next season’s Champions League, have a 6/1 price to sign Ronaldo.
The Daily Mail has revealed that Eddie Howe will receive a huge boost in recruitment payouts if he finishes in the top four.
Newcastle have previously been linked with Ronaldo, with reports emerging in January that the forward could move to Salika as part of his contract in Saudi Arabia.
Howe denied the reports, saying: “We wish Cristiano all the best. But there is no truth in our view.”