According to Marca, Al-Nassr superstar Cristiano Ronaldo reached out to two of his former Real Madrid teammates to gauge their interest in joining him in Saudi Arabia. The Portuguese legend is reportedly seeking to recruit players to strengthen his team for the upcoming season.
The striker and his team were unable to secure any silverware last season and recently lost to Al-Hilal in the King’s Cup final. A recent report suggests that Al-Nassr is looking to bring in a foreign defender, goalkeeper, midfielder, and right winger to strengthen their squad.
Consequently, Ronaldo reached out to Nacho Fernandez and Casemiro to see if they would be open to joining him. Both players are highly talented and experienced, potentially providing the qualities needed to elevate the Knights of Najd to the next level.
Nacho is set to leave Real Madrid this summer once his contract at the Bernabeu expires. Casemiro, following a disappointing second season, has been linked with a departure from Manchester United. If the right deal can be made, both players could potentially reunite with Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr out to make amends for trophyless season
Cristiano Ronaldo is entering the final year of his contract with Al-Nassr following a trophyless season. Despite being 39 years old, the Portuguese striker has been phenomenal, scoring 73 goals in 70 appearances for his team.
The Knights of Najd finished second to an undefeated Al-Hilal in the league and lost to them in the King’s Cup final on penalties. Ronaldo will be eager to seek vengeance in what could be his final season with the team.
The Portuguese striker, who will turn 40 next season, hopes to continue his impressive scoring form. Al-Nassr plans to recruit new talent this summer to strengthen their squad and better compete with their rivals in both the league and cup next year. Having already broken the record for most goals scored in a Saudi Pro League season, Ronaldo now aims to win the league title next year.