Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly planning to boycott Al-Nassr’s match against Al-Riyadh Monday, due to dissatisfaction with the way the club is being managed by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), according to Portuguese newspaper A Bola.
The report claims Ronaldo is frustrated with what he sees as preferential treatment given to rival top-tier clubs also under PIF management. His main concern is the lack of investment in Al-Nassr, especially during the current transfer window, in which the club has signed only one player—21-year-old Iraqi midfielder Haidar Abdul-Karim. This limited activity has reportedly angered the 39-year-old Portuguese star.
Further adding to the tension is the internal instability at Al-Nassr. Despite the presence of two Portuguese officials—sporting director Simão Coutinho and CEO José Semedo—the club’s board reportedly suspended their authority earlier this month, deepening the sense of disarray within the organization.
Meanwhile, speculation is mounting in Saudi Arabia that Karim Benzema could be on the move to Al-Hilal, after talks to extend his contract with Al-Ittihad stalled. Should the move happen, it would further highlight the imbalance Ronaldo sees in how top clubs are supported and resourced.
Just three days ago, Ronaldo scored his 961st career goal in Al-Nassr’s 3–0 win over Al-Kholood in Saudi league play. Al-Nassr currently sits second in the standings with 43 points—three behind league leaders Al-Hilal—and remains firmly in the title race.