Antonio Rüdiger (Real Madrid)
Summer 2025 planning
Real Madrid are reportedly ready to extend Rüdiger’s contract beyond its current 2026 expiry, potentially keeping him at the club until 2028.
The German defender is attracting interest from the Saudi Pro League but feels “happy and comfortable” in Madrid. Talks are likely to begin soon, and the club values his consistency and leadership at the back.
Cristiano Ronaldo (Al Nassr)
April 2025
Ronaldo scored a second-half brace, including a late penalty, to lead Al Nassr to a 3-1 win over Al Hilal in a key Saudi Pro League derby clash.
After Ali Al Hassan’s opener, Ronaldo doubled the lead early in the second half from a Sadio Mané assist, and then converted an 88th-minute penalty following a VAR-reviewed handball. Al Hilal briefly threatened with a 62nd-minute header, but Ronaldo’s second secured the victory.
Cristiano Ronaldo (Al-Nassr) Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)
March 2025
Reports of Cristiano Ronaldo joining Lionel Messi at Inter Miami on a short-term deal have been debunked by Fabrizio Romano, who confirmed there is no truth to the story.
While Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr contract ends this season, Romano clarified the Portuguese star is likely to extend his stay in Saudi Arabia, ruling out any imminent MLS switch or reunion with Messi.
André Onana (Manchester United)
March 2025
Despite recent transfer rumors linking him with a lucrative move to the Saudi Pro League, André Onana has made it clear he intends to stay at Manchester United.
28-year-old goalkeeper will only consider leaving if told he’s no longer in the club’s plans. This comes after Sir Jim Ratcliffe recently referenced Onana in a media round as one of several underperforming or overpaid players. Head coach Ruben Amorim is expected to lead a summer overhaul but must offload players before buying.
Cristiano Ronaldo (Al-Nassr), Lionel Messi (Inter Miami)
Potentially June–July 2025
Cristiano Ronaldo could join Inter Miami on a short-term deal for the FIFA Club World Cup, linking up with Lionel Messi.
With no contract extension yet agreed at Al-Nassr, Ronaldo is reportedly open to a brief U.S. stint before returning to Saudi Arabia. The move would allow the 40-year-old to feature in FIFA’s expanded 32-team Club World Cup hosted in the United States.
Rodrygo, Vinícius Júnior (Real Madrid)
Summer 2025
Real Madrid may be forced to sell one of their two Brazilian stars due to tactical fit and wage demands.
Premier League clubs are keen on Rodrygo; Vinícius wants a salary equal to Mbappé’s amid Saudi Pro League interest.
