Recent reports claim that football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo’s luxury private jet, worth £61 million, departed from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on March 2 and landed in Madrid, Spain, at around 1 a.m. the following day.
The movement quickly sparked speculation, with many suggesting that the Portuguese star might have left Saudi Arabia due to regional security concerns.
Notably, the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh was targeted by a drone attack that same night, as the Middle East conflict, triggered by U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iran, entered its fourth day. Amid the tense regional situation, the AFC Champions League quarterfinal originally scheduled for Wednesday was postponed.
Al-Nassr Releases Training Photos, Confirming Ronaldo Remains in Saudi Arabia
Although rumors circulated that Ronaldo might be leaving Saudi Arabia, Al-Nassr put the speculation to rest by releasing training photos on Tuesday afternoon.
In the images, Ronaldo was seen on the training ground alongside his teammates, confirming that he is still in Saudi Arabia and continuing to participate in the club’s daily training sessions.
Ronaldo Suffers Hamstring Injury, Club Launches Recovery Plan
During Al-Nassr’s away victory over Al-Feiha last Saturday, Ronaldo started the match and played 81 minutes, but unfortunately missed a penalty. After the game, he was seen leaving the pitch with an ice pack on his knee, raising concerns among fans about his physical condition.
Shortly afterward, Al-Nassr released an official medical update confirming that Ronaldo had suffered a hamstring injury.
In the club’s statement, it was mentioned: “Ronaldo was diagnosed with a hamstring injury following the match against Al-Feiha. A recovery program has been initiated, and his condition will be evaluated daily.”
Despite the injury, Ronaldo has remained actively involved in team training, demonstrating the professionalism and commitment expected from a player of his caliber.
Saudi Pro League Set to Continue as Scheduled
At present, the remaining Saudi Pro League matches this week are still expected to proceed as planned. Al-Nassr will host Neom at home this Saturday. Although the AFC Champions League fixture has been postponed, the team will continue preparing for domestic competition in order to maintain their competitive form.
While the movement of Ronaldo’s private jet initially sparked widespread speculation, the club’s latest updates have clarified the situation. The 41-year-old star remains in Saudi Arabia, focusing on recovery and training as he prepares for upcoming matches.
For Al-Nassr, Ronaldo’s return to full fitness will remain a key factor in the team’s competitiveness this season.
