Cristiano Ronaldo has ended his protest and returned to team training.
However, despite the reconciliation between the two parties, the Portugal international will still miss Wednesday’s AFC Champions League 2 away clash against Ahal in Turkmenistan. His comeback match is scheduled for this Saturday, when Al Nassr face Al-Fateh away in the Saudi Pro League.
Al Nassr’s management has bowed to the pressure from the Portuguese superstar, and settled all outstanding staff wages in the past few hours. Ronaldo’s act of solidarity was key to reaching the agreement, proving the captain is also fighting for dignity for those who work daily in the shadow of the Riyadh giants.
José Semedo and Simão Coutinho have regained their powers.
New developments have emerged following meetings between Al Nassr’s hierarchy and Cristiano Ronaldo, involving José Semedo and Simão Coutinho.
The two Portuguese directors at Al Nassr have restored the powers stripped from them in late December, which had prevented them from playing a key role in the winter transfer window.
No Hope For Wednesday’s Game
While the restoration of power to the club’s sporting management is welcome news for fans, the team’s full return to action will have to wait. Al Nassr plan to field a full-strength squad for their next Saudi Pro League away game against Al-Fateh.
Ronaldo has resumed training, but his message is clear: in Riyadh, the captain will not compromise on tactical matters or the respect shown to all members of the club, as he strives for perfection. In the end, the Portuguese superstar has secured a complete victory in his confrontation with Al Nassr’s top management.
