Cristiano Ronaldo forces two changes at Al-Nassr in Manchester United parallel

22.02.2023 - 17:01 manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Cristiano Ronaldo is making a major impact both on and off the pitch at Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr as he leads the club on a title charge in the Middle East.

Whilst the former Manchester United and Real Madrid forward's move there, undoubtedly, raised eyebrows across the footballing landscape, his desire for success appears not to have waned.

Ronaldo has enjoyed an economical start to his career in the Saudi Pro League, netting five goals in as many outings for Rudi Garcia's team.

And according to those within the club, Ronaldo is inspiring his teammates to improve their diets and train more intensely as they challenge for the title.

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