Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelloti does not believe Cristiano Ronaldo’s future will go beyond Saudi Arabia, having terminated his contract with Manchester United just days before the start of the 2022 World Cup.
The Italian coach said he did not know what the Portuguese international was going to do, but in an interview with Radio Anch’io Sport said the player “still has the desire to compete at the highest level”.
“I do not believe that the Arab world is suitable for him in that sense,” the Italian coach told AS.
During the 2022 World Cup, the news was that Cristiano Ronaldo could be on his way to Al Nassr, a Saudi Arabian club, to fulfill a contract valid for two and a half seasons in exchange for around 200 million euros / season. That is about 500 million euros.
During the World Cup in Qatar, Ronaldo denied the news, saying “no, it’s not true” the move to the Saudi club, as he walked through the quick interview room at Lusail Stadium, following the 6-1 win over the Portuguese team on Switzerland.
Ancelotti also spoke about the rivalry between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, highlighting that “this game has motivated both”. “During these years they were the protagonists of the world of football, played brilliantly and scored many goals,” emphasized the coach of the meringues.
“Messi ends his career with the World Cup. Cristiano Ronaldo ends it in a different way, but he is still extraordinary. Especially here, in Madrid, Ronaldo will forever remain in the hearts of the fans.” considered.
As for the 2022 Mundial, Ancelotti said that “Argentina deserved to win”. He managed to “have conviction and cling to a fantastic Messi”.
The Real Madrid coach also highlighted the quality of new Argentine players Julian Alvárez and Benfica midfielder Enzo Fernández, voted best young player of the World Cup
Source: DN
