Cristiano Ronaldo Offered Millions to Join Top Saudi Club After Controversial Man United Exit

Cristiano Ronaldo Offered Millions to Join Top Saudi Club After Controversial Man United Exit

Fred Kennedy
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:18 PM
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  • Cristiano Ronaldo is hunting for his next club after Manchester United released him before the expiry of his Old Trafford exit
  • The striker's deal was terminated after his controversial interview with Piers Morgan, where he hit out at Erik ten Hag
  • Reports suggest the forward has already received his first offer, with the Saudi side allegedly tabling a huge £186million for his services
  • A return to Sporting Lisbon has also been mooted, while a move to Napoli is said to be on the cards

Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly been offered a lucrative multi-million deal to join a top Saudi club.

The veteran striker is currently without a club following his abrupt and controversial exit from Man United.

United terminated the 37-year-old's contract last week with a few months left on his two-year contract with the club.

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Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates after scoring against Ghana during their Group H World Cup clash in Qatar. Photo by Tom Weller.
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The Red Devils took the drastic decision just days after Ronaldo's explosive interview with British journalist Piers Morgan.

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During the interview, the Portugal international directly hit out at United's top leadership, including club boss Erik ten Hag, who he accused of disrespecting him.

The former Real Madrid superstar is currently on World Cup duty with Portugal in Qatar as he hunts for his next club ahead of the January transfer window.

However, it appears the multiple Ballon d'Or winner will not fall short of transfer options, with reports suggesting that he has already received an offer to join a Saudi club.

According to Mirror UK, citing CBS, Saudi giants Al-Nassr have tabled a three-year deal in a contract that would see the striker play into his early 40s.

It is understood that the club have offered Ronaldo a staggering $75 million (£62 million) a year, with the deal enough to earn him in excess of over £186m during the duration of the contract.

Ten Hag identifies Ronaldo replacements

Earlier, Sports Brief reported Man United manager Erik ten Hag has commenced plans to find a replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo.

Ten Hag is said to have shortlisted PSV Eindhoven ace Cody Gakpo and Chelsea transfer target Rafael Leao as possible replacements for the Portuguese star.

United terminated Ronaldo's contract earlier last week with a few months left on the striker's contract.

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