Former Al-Hilal star Ibrahim Al-Juwair reckons the Riyadh-based outfit should avoid signing Cristiano Ronaldo due to his age. Al-Juwair also delved into the circumstances preventing Al-Hilal’s hierarchy from forming a well-balanced squad.
Al-Hilal had a disappointing 2024-25 campaign, failing to secure the Saudi Pro League title or the AFC Champions League. After parting ways with manager Jorge Jesus, Al-Za’eem have been linked with multiple top superstars, including Cristiano Ronaldo and Bruno Fernandes, ahead of the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup.
The prestigious competition is set to take place between June 14 and July 13. However, Al-Hilal are under pressure to strengthen their squad, while ensuring their roster size remains under 25.
With his former side being linked with a transfer deal for 40-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo, Al-Juwair told Arabic news outlet Kooora:
He added:
Al-Hilal will face Real Madrid in the FIFA Club World Cup on June 18.
Foot Mercato journalist Santi Aouna has reported that Cristiano Ronaldo will stay at Al-Nassr despite being linked with multiple clubs this summer, including Al-Hilal and Wydad Casablanca. Saudi sources have also reported that Ronaldo has signed a new contract.
Aouna tweeted on X:
Ronaldo’s current deal with Al-Nassr is set to expire at the end of June. The Portugal icon was expected to depart from the club after the Knights of Najd had a disappointing season and failed to win any silverware.
Despite his side’s shortcomings, Cristiano Ronaldo had a brilliant season, recording 35 goals and four assists in 41 appearances across all competitions. He also won the Golden Boot after garnering 25 goals in the Saudi Pro League.
Also read: Roberto Martinez’s response on whether Ronaldo would accept not being a starter
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