Cristiano Ronaldo urges Al Nassr to make one huge signing this summer

Al Nassr have been urged by Cristiano Ronaldo to complete what would be a stunning transfer.

Back in January 2023, five-time Ballon d’Or winner Ronaldo became the first big name to ditch European football for the Saudi Professional League when he signed for Al Nassr.

The Portuguese legend moved to the Middle East after his second stint with Manchester United ended in bitter fashion.

Since the arrival of Ronaldo, Al Nassr have added the likes of Sadio Mane, Aymeric Laporte and Marcelo Brozovic to their ranks.

Looking ahead to the summer transfer window, it has been claimed that Ronaldo has advised his club to sign one of the Premier League’s biggest stars.

As reported by the Daily Mirror, Ronaldo has urged Al Nassr to sign United captain Bruno Fernandes this summer.

It is believed that they are ready to pay whatever it takes, around £80 to £90 million to lure the Portuguese midfielder to Saudi Arabia.

The report stated: “Ronaldo is understood to have urged his club to move for Fernandes, who held a meeting with United last week to discuss his future and the club's ambitions going forward.

“Fernandes is said to have sought assurances from new United minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his football leadership team about their vision for the club in the coming years."

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29-year-old Fernandes still has two years left on his current deal with United, meaning any potential transfers away from Old Trafford could be difficult.

During what has been a tough season for Erik ten Hag and United, Fernandes has often stepped up when his team needed him the most.

In 45 appearances across all competitions so far this season, Fernandes has scored 15 goals and has 11 assists to his name.

However, the midfielder has missed United’s last two matches, in which they lost 4-0 to Crystal Palace and 1-0 to Arsenal.