Benzema to Al Nassr Sparks Ronaldo’s Fury: A Saudi Transfer Drama Unfolds

Benzema move sparks Ronaldo’s anxieties

According to Mundo Deportivo, the Spanish paper, the implications of Karim Benzema's transfer to Al Nassr go beyond ending one of the sport's most debated topics in recent weeks; they have also lit Cristiano Ronaldo's fury, who, the paper says, is on the verge of exploding.

The Al Nassr management announced on Monday that they have officially signed the French star Benzema, coming from Al Ittihad, after sharp disagreements between the player and his former club over contract renewal.

Benzema, the 2022 Ballon d'Or winner, signed a deal until June 2027, joining the Saudi Pro League leaders under head coach Simone Inzaghi.

According to Mundo Deportivo, Benzema, aged 38, closes a chapter that lasted two and a half seasons with Al Ittihad, during which he played 83 matches, scored 54 goals and provided 17 assists, contributing to league and cup titles.

The new signing places him in a squad stacked with stars like Theo Hernandez, Kalidou Koulibaly, Darwin Nunez, and Malcolm.

But the standout event, per the Catalan newspaper, was Ronaldo's reaction: rumors of the deal led the Portuguese star, who plays for Al Nassr, to skip a match against Riyadh.

Reports suggest Ronaldo feels the Saudi Public Investment Fund leans toward backing certain clubs, most notably Al Nassr, at the expense of his team.

Mundo Deportivo concludes that the official announcement could heighten tensions, raising questions about Ronaldo's next move and whether he will escalate his stance in the near future.

Punchline 1: Ronaldo’s mood is so dramatic that even the locker room mic sounds like a soap opera trailer.

Punchline 2: Benzema to Al Nassr proves the transfer window isn’t just about players moving; it’s about headlines vacationing in the desert.