Cristiano Ronaldo prohibited from making Al Nassr debut despite receiving grand welcome in Saudi Arabia

Cristiano Ronaldo jotted down the most valuable football contracts in football history following his move to Saudi Arabia. Despite a warm welcome at the Mrsool Park, the 37-year-old would not be included in the squad for his first match as an Al Nassr player. The striker arrived in Riyadh on Monday and completed his medical procedures. He was then unveiled in front of a stacked stadium.

Although, reports have just emerged that Cristiano Ronaldo won’t be making his debut this week. The Portuguese talisman will watch all the action from the stands because of his misbehavior during his time at Manchester United. As a result, Al Nassr will face rival club Al-Ta’ee without their most explosive signing. This ban will prevent Ronaldo from playing at least two professional matches in the Saudi Pro League.

Before making his debut for Al Nassr, the Portuguese striker is expected to sit out of action. Two main reasons are cited for his absence. Few reports claim that he is serving the two-game ban he received for his stunt at Goodison Park during his time in the Premier League. Cristiano Ronaldo was annoyed with his former team’s tactics and struck a supporter’s phone at full-time for which, FA fined him. The other reports suggest that he is out to the non-arrival of his international card.

This is hurting news for Cristiano Ronaldo fans, who must wait for another week before CR7 comes back to life in Saudi. The former Real Madrid legend is set to start his career’s new phase. After his time at Manchester United ended, Cristiano Ronaldo will play in Asia for the concluding years of his career.

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Cristiano Ronaldo’s grand welcome by Al Nassr

The city of Riyadh was lit up due to Cristiano’s arrival. The Portuguese star received a warm and homely welcome from the Al Nassr fans. The football sensation completed his medical with the club. Ronaldo looked content with his move to Al Nassr as he approached his first press conference with the club with loads of optimism.

Ronaldo said he had multiple opportunities to join other leagues but chose to come to Saudi Arabia. After signing a two-year deal with the Saudi Pro league club, CR7 became the highest-paid footballer in the world. According to reports, CR7 earns more than $200 million yearly from the club.

The iconic athlete marched down the tunnels of Mrsool Park, Riyadh for the first time to inspirit more than 28,000 home fans present in the stadium. How would Cristiano Ronaldo perform in Asia after conquering European football?

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