Saudi Pro League news

'Superman' Ronaldo won't stop until he 'breaks down'

Wes Brown says Cristiano Ronaldo is “still better than a lot of strikers out there”, with the Portuguese “Superman” expected to keep going until he “breaks down”. There is no sign of the ex-Manchester United and Real Madrid star calling it quits any time soon, with the evergreen frontman still going strong with Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr at 40 years of age.

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Laporte left 'in the middle of nowhere' as Al-Nassr blocked transfer

Aymeric Laporte has lifted the lid on his difficult exit from Al-Nassr, revealing the Saudi club's financial demands almost scuppered his dream return to Athletic Club. The Spain international admitted he felt "in the middle of nowhere" during protracted negotiations but insisted that coming back to Bilbao was always his primary objective.

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Al-Nassr do it without anonymous Ronaldo!

Al-Nassr managed to keep their 100% Saudi Pro League record this season after beating Al-Kholood 2-0 at Al-Awwal Park with Sadio Mane and Inigo Martinez getting on the scoresheet. Cristiano Ronaldo failed to impress yet again for Faris Najd as he missed an open goal. Regardless, Al-Nassr managed to make it two wins from two.

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Ex-Burnley captain snubs PL interest to complete shock Saudi transfer

Former Burnley skipper Josh Brownhill has turned his back on English football after sealing a surprise move to Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Shabab. The 29-year-old midfielder, who had become a fan favourite at Turf Moor, opted for a new chapter in the Middle East despite strong interest from Premier League rivals Brentford, Wolves and West Ham, as well as Championship heavyweights Leicester City.

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FIFA finally allow Laporte to join Athletic Club

Aymeric Laporte has joined Athletic Club from Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr after FIFA reversed its initial decision and approved the transfer.

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Neves slams magazine after questions over Jota's wife

Ruben Neves has hit back at a Portuguese magazine over speculation around his relationship with Diogo Jota's widow Rute Cardoso following the Liverpool forward's tragic death.

‘Huge honour’ - Ronaldo wins special GOAT award

Cristiano Ronaldo is proud to have been handed a prestigious GOAT award by the Portuguese league that recognises him as the Best Player of All Time.

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Toney not giving up on World Cup dream despite England snub

Ivan Toney is not ready to give up on his World Cup dream despite being left out of the latest England squad without any warning from Thomas Tuchel. Since swapping Brentford for Al-Ahli last summer, the striker has impressed in Saudi Arabia. Last season, he rattled in 23 league goals in 30 games, finishing just two shy of Cristiano Ronaldo’s tally, while forming a deadly strike force alongside Roberto Firmino and Riyad Mahrez.

Toney shockingly claims Saudi Pro League is 'on par' with Premier League

Ivan Toney has shockingly claimed that the Saudi Pro League is "on par" with the Premier League and insisted that Al-Ahli would compete for a top four finish if they competed in the English top flight. Toney left the Premier League last summer when joining Al-Ahli from Brentford. The English forward has already won two titles in his first year in the Middle East.

Myth that Ronaldo 'works harder' than Messi busted by Van Basten

Dutch legend Marco van Basten has dismissed claims Cristiano Ronaldo works harder than Lionel Messi in a heated GOAT debate with Ruud Gullit.

Ronaldo tops Messi as Portugal shirt smashes auction record

A shirt worn by Cristiano Ronaldo has smashed an auction record - knocking great rival Lionel Messi off top spot in the process.

Athletic ready to go above FIFA in Laporte transfer appeal

Athletic Club remain determined to bring Aymeric Laporte back despite FIFA blocking his transfer, and are ready to appeal to CAS if needed.

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Ronaldo wants Sneijder to reverse retirement & join Al-Nassr

Al-Nassr star Cristiano Ronaldo is said to have urged his side to bring former Real Madrid star Wesley Sneijder out of retirement.

Laporte offered Al-Nassr escape route by Turkish giants

Aymeric Laporte’s dream return to Athletic Club fell apart over paperwork, but Besiktas are now set to hand him an Al-Nassr escape route.

Hancko reveals size of Al-Nassr offer before transfer collapsed

David Hancko has hinted at how big Al-Nassr's offer was as the Atletico Madrid defender looked back on his failed transfer to the Saudi side.

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Ex-Barca midfielder to leave Al-Ittihad for Saudi rivals

Former Barcelona midfielder Unai Hernandez is set to leave Al-Ittihad to join Al-Shabab on loan, just seven months after his Saudi Pro League arrival.

No ‘long-term goals’ but Ronaldo still 'hungry to be the best'

Cristiano Ronaldo does not have “long-term goals” anymore, but Roberto Martinez says the Portuguese GOAT is still “hungry to be the best”.

AC Milan wantaway midfielder close to €8m Saudi switch

Yacine Adli is set to join Saudi Arabian side Al-Shabab in an €8 million transfer after being left out of AC Milan’s plans for the season.

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'I started laughing' - Ex-PSV star reveals reaction to Saudi offer

Former PSV full-back Matteo Dams revealed Al-Ahli’s strong push and financial incentives convinced him to make the move to Saudi Arabia.

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Revealed: Fernandes' response to Ronaldo's transfer request

Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes turned down a direct approach to join Al-Nassr from Cristiano Ronaldo in order to stay at the Red Devils.

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Chelsea ace reveals why he snubbed Saudi after Arsenal links

A Chelsea player has revealed why he rejected a Saudi Pro League transfer, with Arsenal also reportedly keeping tabs on the midfielder.

'Get out of here!'- Ronaldo shoves fan trying to take selfie

Cristiano Ronaldo was less than impressed when a star-struck fan rushed over to take a selfie with him at Portugal's team hotel.

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Ronaldo was almost my brother-in-law, says ex-Sporting star

Mario Jardel has shared a surprising personal story that his sister briefly dated a teenage Cristiano Ronaldo when they were teammates at Sporting CP.

'I'm fine, I've been sacked' - Bizarre story behind Cruyff's Barca sacking

Laurent Blanc has revealed that Johan Cruyff convinced him to join his successful Barcelona team, only for the Dutch coach to be sacked an hour later.

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Maguire to leave Man Utd?! Saudi clubs approach England ace

Harry Maguire could make a sensational switch away from Man United with two Saudi clubs chasing the England defender's signature before the window closes.

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'My mum scolded me!' - Saudi offer lands Frankfurt star in trouble

Eintracht Frankfurt were set to lose a key player to the financial might of Saudi Arabia, but a mother's intervention resulted in the player staying.

Bring me Greenwood! Ronaldo transfer request at Al-Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly urged Al-Nassr to snap up Mason Greenwood, with Marseille still at risk of losing the ex-Manchester United forward.

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PSG defender set to end 20-year stay amid Qatar talks

Presnel Kimpembe has no future at Paris Saint-Germain and looks set for a late transfer after garnering interest from the Middle East.

Why Casemiro rejected Al-Nassr transfer to stay at Man Utd

Casemiro opted to remain at Manchester United over a transfer to Al-Nassr, with the 2026 World Cup a key factor in the Brazilian's decision.

Ronaldo gave Felix a 'beautiful feeling' about Al-Nassr

Ex-Chelsea and Barcelona forward Joao Felix has revealed how his compatriot Cristiano Ronaldo helped convince him to complete a move to Saudi Arabian outfit Al-Nassr. Felix has shown early promise in the Middle East after years of struggles in European football, scoring a hat-trick in his Al-Nassr's opening Saudi Pro League win over Al-Tawoun.

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