Published 14:06 IST, July 15th 2023
Cristiano Ronaldo declines to comment Angel Di Maria's potential move to Benfica - WATCH
Cristiano Ronaldo keeps the Sporting Lisbon vs Benfica rivalry alive even after 20 years, as the player denied talking about his former teammate linked to rival
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Cristia Ronaldo is one of best players to ever grace football field. After dominating Europe for over two decades, player decided to join Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr in January transfer window after terminating his contract with Manchester United in vember 2022. player has gone on to change market this year, influencing football world so much that many top stars have left European top-5 leagues to play in Saudi Pro League since he joined.
3 things you need to kw
- Cristia Ronaldo is highest-paid athlete of all-time
- Cristia Ronaldo prepares for pre-season with Al Nassr in Portugal
- Cristia Ronaldo started his career with Sporting Lisbon before moving to United in 2003
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Cristia Ronaldo was asked about Angel di Maria’s potential transfer to Benfica
During Al Nassr's pre-season tour in Portugal, Cristia Ronaldo was approached by reporters and asked about potential transfer of Angel di Maria to Benfica. Although Ronaldo and his team had recently secured victories against Alverica (2-0) on July 11, 2023, and Farense (5-1), star player did t participate in any of those matches.
While speaking to media in Portugal, Ronaldo politely declined to comment on Di Maria's potential move, stating, "If you ask me about Sporting, I will answer you. But I will t comment on or clubs."
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His response suggested he was reluctant to discuss transfers to clubs beyond his former club, Sporting Lisbon. Ronaldo’s focus was on his current commitments with Al Nassr and his own preferences in discussions with specific clubs.
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What is latest news on Cristia Ronaldo?
Cristia Ronaldo has been able to work at home in Portugal since beginning of July and is currently undergoing preseason preparations To deal with Ronaldo’s hard work and assure he is ready for next season, Al Nassr’s medical staff made a thoughtful plan, including implementation of this policy
With ir clash against Rafa Benitez’s Celta Vigo on July 17, Al Nasser is preparing for new season and may be able to start Ronaldo. This appointment shows club’s confidence in Ronaldo’s skills and ir willingness to give him a big contribution to team immediately.
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Ronaldo, who joined Al Nasr in January 2023, is w starting his first full season with club. He made a huge impact in his initial season with club, scoring an impressive 14 goals in just 19 games until 2022–23 season ended on May 31, 2023. re is doubting Ronaldo’s footballing prowess, and his experience will play a key role in Al Nassr’s aspirations for upcoming campaign.
14:06 IST, July 15th 2023