Rudi Garcia: Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr Manager Reportedly Fired After Secret Talks Behind His Back

• Saudi Arabian league side Al-Nassr and coach Rudi Garcia have reportedly parted ways
• Reports indicate he was sacked due to poor tactics and a fallout with Cristiano Ronaldo
• Garcia was named the head coach of Al-Nassr in June 2022 and lasted less than a year

Rudi Garcia has reportedly been dismissed from his post as manager of Al-Nassr due to his alleged strained relationship with captain, Cristiano Ronaldo.

Reports circulating in Saudi Arabia claimed the French gaffer has been fired less than a year after he first took up the reins at the league club.

Spanish publication, Marca reported the decision to fire the 59-year-old came as a result of a dressing room bust-up with his players.

With seven games left in the season, club executives reportedly decided to fire Garcia due to expectations not being met on the field.

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According to a separate report from AS, Ronaldo and club chiefs also had a meeting behind closed doors, where the Portugal captain expressed his displeasure at his manager's strategies.

And now, following a 0-0 draw with Al-Feiha, club management has decided to agree with Ronaldo's assessment, releasing Garcia from his contract.

Meanwhile, ESPN reports differently, stating the former Lyon manager will be expected to secure a victory against Al-Hilal in order to keep his job.

The opposition club are currently attempting to structure a deal of their own to bring Lionel Messi to the Middle East.

Al-Nassr’s form before Ronaldo

Sports Brief also analysed that after Ronaldo arrived at Al-Nassr, the club seems to have fallen off for some reason - if stats are anything to go by.

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Footy Stats shows that in the league games since the veteran landed in Saudi Arabia, the club has struggled to claim any significant victories.

As a result, they have lost their top spot to Al-Ittihad, who are now three points ahead and were also defeated in the Saudi Arabian Super Cup.

Al-Nassr manager criticises Ronaldo, team

Meanwhile, Sports Brief also reported on Garcia's criticism of his team who he claimed was not doing enough after falling three points behind Al-Ittihad.

With seven games to spare, Al-Nassr need their rivals to stumble if they stand any chance of winning their first league crown since the 2018/19 season.

Ronaldo reacts angrily after draw

Earlier, Sports Brief reported on Ronaldo reacting with frustration after Al-Nassr and Al-Feiha played out a goalless draw in the Saudi Pro League.

The 38-year-old was held at bay by a resolute defence in the Sunday clash, after scoring three goals in each of his previous two league matches.

After the game, Ronaldo - the club's second-highest scorer this season - walked down the tunnel while ferociously expressing his anger and outrage.