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FootballRonaldo vs Messi: Al Nassr Move Opens Door for Clash Against PSG Star
- Cristiano Ronaldo's move to Al Nassr could lead to a blockbuster with PSG and Lionel Messi
- Ronaldo put pen to paper on a two-year deal after a long period of speculation on his future
- Messi should be ready for the potential match once he returns from celebrating in Argentina
Cristiano Ronaldo was unveiled as a new Al Nassr player on December 30, after weeks of intense rumours.
Ronaldo joined the Saudi Arabian club on a free transfer, following the termination of his contract by Manchester United in November.
The Portugal superstar's next club destination was officially confirmed as the 37-year-old forward joins the Middle Eastern outfit.
Sports Brief how after weeks of speculation about his next career move, Ronaldo settled on Saudi Arabia. Prior to Al Nassr, the former Red Devil had been linked to several European clubs including Chelsea, Bayern Munich and more controversially, Atletico Madrid.
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Now, as PSG Talk reports, a potential clash between Ronaldo and Lionel Messi is in the offing as early as January 19.
PSG in the Middle East
Paris Saint-Germain is reportedly set to go to Saudi Arabia to play a friendly match against a combined eleven of players, from Saudi clubs Al Nassr and Al Hilal, the Daily Star reported.
Messi returns to club training on January 2 and bar any unfortunate occurrences, should make it for the trip. He was granted a prolonged break after leading Argentina to World Cup glory two weeks ago.
Meanwhile, Ronaldo is expected to hit the ground running in the Middle East and fans are hoping he will be ready for selection at that time.
The Portuguese star's career might have taken a nosedive in recent months, but a match-up between him and his GOAT rival is still bound to be a showstopper.
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FootballFans say Ronaldo is 'finished'
A section of football fans believe this is the end of Ronaldo's glittering career, following news of his move to Saudi Professional League side Al Nassr.
Sports Brief has reported that despite the lucrative nature of the 37-year-old's deal, a section of predominantly Manchester United football fans are not pleased with his latest career move.
They have now claimed the Portuguese star's switch to the Gulf region is a sign of his football legacy coming to a sad end.