
It’s official: Al Nassr’s new era is no longer just a Saudi project. The club’s international operations are now fully controlled by a tight-knit 100% Portuguese inner circle. And not just any names.
👥 The Portuguese Power Squad:
- Cristiano Ronaldo, the icon who put Al Nassr on the world map
- Semedo, now the club’s CEO
- Simão Sabrosa, former Barça and Atlético star turned Sporting Director
- Jorge Jesus, the experienced manager (ex-Flamengo, Benfica, Fenerbahçe)
But here’s the real bombshell…
👉 In case of internal disagreements? It’s Cristiano Ronaldo and Semedo who get the final word. That’s right — CR7 has total control since his contract extension.
🧠 CR7 the President? Not officially… but close enough.
He was already influential. He was already a leader.
But now? Cristiano Ronaldo isn’t just a player — he’s the architect. The strategist. The boss.
Transfers? He decides.
The coach? Approved by him.
The direction of the club? Entirely shaped by his vision.
Recent signings reflect this “Portuguese-first” philosophy: Lusophone players, Portuguese staff, and a pipeline directly linking Riyadh to Lisbon.
🎯 A Risky Mercato Strategy?
If results follow, people will call it a masterclass.
But if Al Nassr flops in the AFC Champions League or struggles domestically? The backlash could be brutal.
Some are already warning: “CR7 is privatizing the club.” Others argue he’s simply bringing European structure to a growing project.
👉 But what about local talent? Where do young Saudi players fit into this Portugal-centric rebuild?
🔮 A Blueprint for the Future or a Dangerous Gamble?
Al Nassr is now a unique football anomaly: a club run by an active player, surrounded entirely by his countrymen.
Is it sustainable?
Is it even healthy for the locker room?
And how long will it last without trophies?
One thing is clear:
👉 Cristiano Ronaldo isn’t just planning for retirement — he’s building an empire, one decision at a time. Al Nassr might just be his launchpad.
💬 What do you think? Is this CR7-centric model the future of football or a ticking time bomb?
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