Cristiano Ronaldo could be playing alongside Liverpool star next season with shock move on the cards

Roberto Firmino could link up with Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr, according to a reputable journalist.

It has not all been smooth sailing for Ronaldo since his acrimonious departure from Manchester United last November.

Last night the five-time Ballon d’Or winner stormed off down the tunnel kicking water battles out of his way as Al Nassr lost 1-0 against title rivals Al Ittihad in the Saudi Pro league.

It was the second match in a row in which the 38-year-old failed to score, with Al Ittihad’s goalkeeper, Marcelo Grohe heroically parrying away an injury-time strike from the Portugal international.

However, Ronaldo, who has scored eight goals in seven league games for the Saudi side, may be heartened by reports that Liverpool star Firmino could be joining him at Al-Nassr at the end of the season.

Firmino to move to Al-Nassr

In his Caught Offside column, journalist Ben Jacobs claimed that Firmino had attracted interest from the likes of MLS side Atlanta United and Al-Nassr.

Last week it was announced that the Brazilian would leave Liverpool at the end of the season upon the expiry of his contract.

And on possible destinations for the 31-year-old, Jacobs said: "Al Nassr are interested and are also looking at PSG’s Sergio Ramos, which shows the type of stars they want to bring in alongside [Cristiano] Ronaldo.

"Inter are another club to watch. And there have been links with Galatasaray. MLS clubs, including Atlanta United, have historically considered Firmino, knowing as he hits his early thirties a move may be possible.

"But even six months ago the feedback they received was he still could extend at Liverpool.

“That tells you Firmino’s decision was not made lightly and now Atlanta have added Giorgos Giakoumakis from Celtic.

“I still think Firmino can go and join a big Champions League club. I am told Atletico Madrid is one to watch."