Cristiano Ronaldo's doctor 'booked' as details of Al-Nassr's original contract emerge

Al-Nassr has reportedly booked Cristiano Ronaldo's medical as the Saudi outfit grow more confident a transfer can be completed before the start of the year. If he signs on the dotted line, Ronaldo's contract would come with a number of unusual perks, including significant influence over the management of the club.

Ronaldo has been without a club since his contract with Manchester United was mutually terminated in November following a heated interview in which he lashed out at the club. This makes him the only free agent at the World Cup in Qatar, where he scored just once and was relegated to the Portugal bench.

The 37-year-old reportedly asked to leave Old Trafford over the summer but a host of top European clubs have walked away from a possible move. Ronaldo's agent Jorge Mendes recently ran into the same problem with only offers from further afield reportedly on the table.

Since leaving the Red Devils, Al-Nassr appears to be Ronaldo's most likely destination and claims the Saudi side are so confident they have now taken part in the five-time Ballon d'Or winner's medical 'Gold.

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Everything is in place other than signing Ronaldo on a deal that would supposedly earn him a whopping . On top of that, it would likely see him take part in Saudi Arabia's 2030 World Cup bid, putting them in direct competition with the striker's native Portugal.

In an arrangement similar to Kylian Mbappe's controversial deal at Paris Saint-Germain, Ronaldo would have a role in the management of Al-Nassr which, incredibly, could extend to the appointment of a new manager.

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The harmony between the former Real Madrid superstar and his new boss could be a crucial factor in whether or not he signs in the Middle East after a turbulent period with Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag. During an interview with Talk TV host Piers Morgan, Ronaldo claimed that neither he nor the Dutchman respect each other.

Regular playing time should be easier to get in Saudi Arabia after picking up just four Premier League starts all season with the Red Devils. Ronaldo was the club's top scorer last season with 24 in all competitions, but his demise has passed quickly and it's unclear whether he will return to Europe in future given the two-and-a-half-year contract. propose.