Casemiro (Manchester United)
June 2025
Al Nassr are in advanced talks to sign Casemiro from Manchester United, who are keen to offload his £350,000-a-week salary.
Casemiro has one year left on his deal but has struggled for form. If completed, he will reunite with Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia.
Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr)
June 2025
Cristiano Ronaldo confirmed he will not play at the Club World Cup, despite multiple offers. He emphasized his focus on the national team as Portugal heads into the Nations League final against Spain.
Out of contract at Al Nassr, Ronaldo said he’s had many invitations but ruled out a Club World Cup appearance. He downplayed comparisons with Lamine Yamal, stressing it’s team vs team, not player vs player.
Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr)
May 2025
FIFA is holding talks to ensure Cristiano Ronaldo plays in the 2025 Club World Cup, despite Al Nassr not qualifying. His current contract ends June 30, and he may join a qualified club.
FIFA has introduced a mid-tournament registration window allowing clubs still in the competition to register players after the group stage, potentially enabling Ronaldo’s late inclusion
Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr)
June 2025
Cristiano Ronaldo posted a cryptic message suggesting his time at Al Nassr is over, following FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s remarks about potential Club World Cup talks.
Ronaldo’s Instagram post hinted at a new chapter, as FIFA’s June 1–10 window allows Club World Cup teams to sign players like him.
Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr)
May 2025 (ahead of Club World Cup starting June 14)
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has suggested Cristiano Ronaldo may still play in this summer’s Club World Cup, despite Al Nassr failing to qualify. Infantino revealed there are “discussions” involving other clubs potentially signing Ronaldo in time for the tournament.
FIFA has approved a special transfer window from June 1 to June 10 for participating clubs to make new signings before the expanded 32-team event kicks off in the U.S. on June 14. Ronaldo’s current deal with Al Nassr is set to expire this summer.
Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr)
May 2025
Botafogo coach Renato Paiva addressed reports linking Cristiano Ronaldo with a surprise move to the Brazilian club ahead of the Club World Cup, calling him “a goal-scoring machine” and saying “you can’t say no” to such a star.
Paiva laughed off the speculation but admitted Ronaldo would fit into Botafogo’s attack. The coach hinted the final call lies with club owner John Textor. Ronaldo’s deal with Al Nassr ends June 30.
Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr)
May 2025
Ronaldo has received a major offer from an unnamed Brazilian club ahead of the Club World Cup, with significant backing from outside investors.
The bid comes as Ronaldo’s Al Nassr failed to win silverware or qualify for the Asian Champions League. Four Brazilian sides—Palmeiras, Flamengo, Fluminense, Botafogo—will feature in next month’s expanded tournament.
Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr)
April 2025 (Asian Champions League Elite Semifinal)
Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr were eliminated from the Asian Champions League after a shocking 3-2 loss to Japan’s Kawasaki Frontale. Ronaldo was left in tears, extending his major trophy drought in Saudi Arabia.
Despite Ronaldo assisting a key chance and hitting the post, Al Nassr fell behind early and couldn’t recover. Kawasaki’s late goals and heroic goalkeeping denied Ronaldo an injury-time equalizer in a dramatic semifinal exit.
Moisés Caicedo (Chelsea)
April 2025
Al Nassr are targeting Chelsea’s Moisés Caicedo as a “dream” summer signing and are willing to pay a club-record fee.
Caicedo cost Chelsea over £100M in 2023 and has six years left on his contract. The Blues are reluctant to sell unless a massive offer arrives.
Cristiano Ronaldo, Al Nassr
Summer 2025 (offer expiry)
Al Nassr have offered Ronaldo a two-year contract extension to continue beyond June 2025, when his current deal ends.
Despite turning 40, Ronaldo has 30 goals in 34 matches this season and previously hinted he could retire in “two or three years.” He’s open to staying.