RIYADH: Al Nassr have officially confirmed that Cristiano Ronaldo has returned to team training and is preparing for the club’s upcoming competitions, dismissing recent media speculation about his departure from Saudi Arabia. Reports circulating in several English and Portuguese outlets had claimed that the Portuguese forward left the country for Madrid following regional tensions and unverified security concerns in Riyadh. The speculation triggered widespread reactions among fans and international media. In a formal statement, Al Nassr rejected the reports as inaccurate, stressing that Ronaldo remains committed to the club and is participating in scheduled training sessions under the technical staff’s supervision. The club added that the forward is in good physical condition and fully focused on the continuation of domestic and continental campaigns. The announcement effectively puts an end to recent uncertainty, reaffirming Ronaldo’s presence within the squad as the team continues its competitive preparations.
