Renowned Premier League star seeking shocking move to join Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr: Reports

Crystal Palace star Wilfred Zaha to walk on Cristiano Ronaldo's footsteps after the player was linked with Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr at the end of his contract.

Renowned Premier League star seeking shocking move to join Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr: Reports

Premier League star Wilfried Zaha (R) and Cristiano Ronaldo (L)

Crystal Palace attacker Wilfried Zaha is running out of contract with the Premier League club in the coming months. After making over 450 appearances for the club, Zaha has decided to depart his boyhood club and is linked with Cristiano Ronaldo‘s new team Al Nassr. Crystal Palace is desperately trying to tie down the striker by offering him a contract extension. However, the 30-year-old has turned down multiple offers from the club.

As per reports from the Mirror, Wilfried Zaha is leaving the Premier League side after they rejected Zaha’s appeal of earning more than $130,000 weekly wage. The African footballer is set to move to the middle east in search of a better life. Zaha is the first footballer to follow in Cristiano Ronaldo‘s footsteps by joining Saudi Pro League leaders Al Nassr.

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Al Nassr is reportedly paying Cristiano Ronaldo over $77 million yearly wage. Signing Wilfried Zaha would only add another world-class player to their wage list. Though, money is no issue for the Saudi Pro League as most ‘big-profile’ signings are funded by the state. Cristiano Ronaldo’s arrival in Saudi Arabia has glorified the country’s football culture while giving recognition to the players alongside him.

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Despite showing interest in the Asian club, Zaha also awaits offers from a few Serie-A teams. According to reports, AC Milan is interested in signing the footballer on a free deal. He had also been contacted by two other clubs from Saudi Arabia, which are Al-Hilal, and Al-Ittihad. Given Wilfried Zaha’s quality, he deserves more playing time in Europe’s top-five leagues.

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Cristiano Ronaldo’s explosive start to life in Saudi Arabia

Cristiano Ronaldo after signing for Al Nassr
Cristiano Ronaldo after signing for Al Nassr (Photo via Twitter)

The 37-year-old striker has been adjusting to life in Saudi Arabia after making a staggering move earlier this year. After falling apart with Manchester United, Cristiano Ronaldo decided to discontinue his career in Europe. Since joining Al Nassr, he has also become the world’s highest-paid footballer.

Cristiano Ronaldo is adapting to the Saudi Pro League well, as he has scored five goals in just four matches in the league. Ronaldo has also become a driving force in Al Nassr’s squad, motivating his teammates constantly in the locker room.

The five times Ballon d’Or winner has begun a new chapter of his footballing career. He has also been the main source of attention in Saudi Arabia. Various players like Wilfried Zaha have been motivated by the veteran striker, and have started considering a move to a completely new league.

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