Ronaldo's Possible Return to Manchester United: Carrick's Call Has Fans on Edge
3 February 2026
Ronaldo's Uncertain Future at Al-Nassr
Cristiano Ronaldo, the Portuguese star of Al-Nassr, remains in the spotlight as uncertainty swirls around his future after a recent clash with the club's management.
Ronaldo reportedly refused to play in a Saudi clash with Riyadh, highlighting his frustration with how the club is run by the Public Investment Fund.
There are claims Al-Nassr could terminate his contract, allowing him to sign with any club and fueling transfer talk across the globe.
What Could Happen Next for Manchester United
The Manchester Evening News added fuel to the fire by suggesting a potential dramatic return to Manchester United, where Ronaldo played the best football of his career.
United's current transfer window has been quiet, with manager Michael Carrick reportedly happy with his squad but ready to reassess and possibly strengthen in the summer.
Carrick and Ronaldo were teammates at United from 2006 to 2009 before the Portuguese forward moved to Real Madrid and began a career that would rewrite the record books.
Ronaldo left Old Trafford under Sir Alex Ferguson, who had bought him from Sporting Lisbon for 12.4 million pounds in 2003, launching a legacy that would include three Premier League titles, four domestic cups and a Champions League triumph.
Over nine seasons in Madrid, Ronaldo collected two La Liga titles, four domestic cups and four Champions Leagues, along with five Ballon d'Or awards earned across his career days.
That journey led him to Juventus for three seasons before his surprise return to United in 2021 under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, a second spell that did not sparkle as brightly.
After a public dispute with Erik ten Hag, Ronaldo left United by mutual consent in November 2022 and joined Al-Nassr on a free transfer, continuing to add chapters to a storied career.
Punchline 1: If Ronaldo returns, the club's trophy cabinet might need a bigger shelf—and maybe a bigger ego to match.
Punchline 2: In transfer windows, Ronaldo's future is the weather forecast: sunny for fans, stormy for defenders.
