While the fans make it clear which side they are on: Cristiano Ronaldo misses second match in a row with Al Nassr after dissatisfaction with transfer policy

In addition to being the main shareholder of Al Nassr, PIF is also co-owner of rivals Al Hilal, Al Ahli and Al Ittihad. In particular, the 41-year-old Portuguese is said to be dissatisfied with PIF’s limited investments in Al Nassr in the last transfer period, while rival Al Hilal, for example, was able to land his former Real Madrid teammate Karim Benzema. Ronaldo also missed last Monday’s match against Al Riyadh.

Within the Saudi Pro League they are not amused with the actions of CR7. Thursday added that “no individual – no matter how important – makes decisions that extend beyond their own club.” According to a league spokesperson, each team can independently decide on its transfer policy, and the exciting title battle demonstrates the fairness of the system. “With only a few points difference between the top four, the title battle is still in full swing. That balance reflects a system that works as intended,” it said.

The question remains whether the competition’s statement will impress the Portuguese superstar. During Friday’s match, the supporters made it clear which side they are on. After seven minutes of play, they raised signs en masse with “7 Ronaldo” on them.