Cristiano Ronaldo could face Lionel Messi in his first game since moving to the Saudi Pro League. PSG is expected to play a team consisting of players from Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal in a friendly match on January 19.
Cristiano Ronaldo joined Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr on a free transfer last month. The Portuguese international’s contract with Manchester United was terminated in November after his relationship with Erik ten Hag and the Red Devils board soared.
Cristiano Ronaldo could face Lionel Messi in a friendly match
Al Nassr manager Rudi Garcia has revealed that Cristiano Ronaldo will play a friendly against PSG later this month. Speaking to the media, he said: (His debut) will not be in the Al-Nassr jersey.
It will be a mix between Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr. As the coach of Al-Nassr, I cannot be happy with this game. For development, seeing PSG, seeing the great Parisian players, is actually a good thing. But we have a championship game three days later.”
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Cristiano Ronaldo was forced to sit out during Al-Nassr’s win against Al-Ta’ee last week due to suspension. He will also miss the Al-Shabab world game on Saturday.
Lionel Messi will play a key role in the transfer of Kylian Mbappé
According to an El Nacional report, PSG star Lionel Messi could play a key role in Real Madrid’s search for Kylian Mbappé. Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe are reportedly not on good terms. The Paris outfit is currently working to extend Messi’s contract, which could push Mbappe out of the club.
Real Madrid is among the clubs that have shown interest in signing Kylian Mbappé in recent years. The white team was close to getting his services for free last summer. However, the move fell through during the closing stages as PSG chased him to extend his stay at the Parc des Princes.
However, with Mbappé’s relationship with PSG deteriorating, the Whites could make another approach to sign him in the future.
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When will Lionel Messi play?
Lionel Messi’s PSG are currently at the top of the Ligue 1 table, with 44 points from 17 games. They then face Angers in a league game at the Parc des Princes on January 12. Messi is likely to appear in the game.
