The Saudi Pro League has taken a firm stance against Cristiano Ronaldo following reports of his frustration with Al Nassr’s quiet January transfer window, stressing that no player, regardless of status or reputation, has the authority to influence decisions beyond their own club.
The league’s reaction comes amid growing speculation that the Al Nassr captain is unhappy with the club’s failure to sign new players during the midseason transfer period. At 41, Ronaldo is said to be displeased with the lack of reinforcements, a situation that has reportedly affected his availability for recent fixtures.
Sources claim the Portuguese forward missed one league match and could also be absent from Friday’s high-profile clash against Al Ittihad, allegedly as a sign of protest over the club’s transfer policy.
In a statement issued on Thursday, the Saudi Pro League made it clear that all clubs operate independently and are responsible for their own financial and sporting decisions, without interference from players or external pressure.
“The Saudi Pro League is founded on a straightforward principle: each club functions independently while adhering to the same regulations,” the statement said.
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While acknowledging Ronaldo’s pedigree and fierce competitive drive, the league emphasized that individual ambition does not override institutional structure.
“Like any elite player, he has a strong desire to win. However, no one, not even a global superstar, can dictate what happens outside their own club,” the league added.
The statement is widely seen as a direct response to the growing attention surrounding Ronaldo’s influence in Saudi football, reinforcing the league’s position that collective governance takes precedence over individual star power.
