4 Possible Reasons Cristiano Ronaldo May Want to Leave Al Nassr After Just 5 Months

• Sensational reports have emerged suggesting Cristiano Ronaldo could be on his way out of Al Nassr
• The 38-year-old has had mixed fortunes at the Saudi Arabian club since joining in December
• Sports Brief takes a look at some possible reasons why Ronaldo may want to leave the Middle East

Cristiano Ronaldo’s time at Al Nassr could end, barely five months after the superstar joined the club.

Ronaldo signed for Al Nassr in December after a sensational falling out with Manchester United on a 173 million Euros per year deal, but his stint so far has been anything but easy.

While there is no doubt Ronaldo is in the twilight days of his career, Saudi Arabian fans still expected the Portugal international to at least show glimpses of his prime.

But that has not been the case for a large part of the season, with Al Nassr now at risk of missing out on a league title.

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Ronaldo has just over two years left on his current contract, although he may likely leave sooner than expected.

Here are some possible factors that could influence his decision to leave the Middle East

1. Family

It is never easy for families of superstars like Ronaldo to settle in foreign territory.

When Messi signed for Paris Saint Germain in 2021, there were initial concerns that his wife and children would not adapt to life in the French capital, and this has been the same case with Ronaldo’s partner Georgina.

As reported on he may likely, Ronaldo’s partner Georgina misses Madrid and is longing for a return.

2. One last dance in Europe

Ronaldo has made a name for himself as one of the top marksmen in world football while playing in Europe.

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Despite admitting the Saudi Arabia league is growing by the day, Ronaldo will surely be missing playing at top level, even at this stage in his career.

3. Out of favour with fans

As mentioned earlier, it has not been rosy for Ronaldo in Saudi Arabia.

Despite Ronaldo scoring 15 goals across different competitions for Al Nassr, sections of fans believe their club’s fortunes have taken a turn for the worse since the Real Madrid legend’s arrival.

4. Newcastle’s revival

 Before joining Al Nassr, there were rumours Ronaldo was poised to join Newcastle United.

Under the ownership of the PIF, Public Investment Fund, Newcastle have turned the corner this season and are well on course to qualify for the Champions League.

If we factor in the fact that Ronaldo is synonymous to the Champions League, it would only make sense for him to make a timely return to the Premier League with the Magpies.

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