Frank Christian
Cristiano Ronaldo is likely to reunite with a well-known figure — not from previous teams, but from past rivalries.
Al-Nassr is reportedly in discussions with Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus, which could lead to their first collaboration.
This development follows the departure of Stefano Pioli, who was unable to secure any trophies for the team. Pioli, who was appointed in 2024, had a successful tenure at AC Milan prior to his move.
Despite the initial excitement, Al-Nassr concluded the season without any major titles, finishing third in the Saudi Pro League and exiting both the King’s Cup and the AFC Champions League.
With Ronaldo anticipated to prolong his tenure at the club, selecting the next manager is vital — and it’s likely he may have a say in the matter.
A fresh start for Jesus in Saudi Arabia alongside Cristiano Ronaldo?
Jorge Jesus is familiar with the Saudi football scene, previously guiding Al-Hilal to a series of titles, including the league championship, King’s Cup, and Super Cup.
He made headlines for achieving a world record, leading his team to 34 consecutive victories, the longest winning streak in the top division’s history. That impressive run concluded with a 4-2 loss to Al Ain in the Asian Champions League semi-finals, yet the record remains unmatched.
Now, with Jesus available after leaving Al-Hilal in May, Al-Nassr is making its move.
Discussions are currently taking place, with the club eager to recruit a manager who possesses experience, discipline, and a knack for winning trophies. At 70, Jesus ticks all those boxes.
He has previously lauded Ronaldo as a model professional, and now the two iconic Portuguese figures could finally unite — this time in pursuit of championships from the same bench.
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