Cristiano Ronaldo departs Saudi Arabia for hamstring injury rehabilitation.
Cristiano Ronaldo will head to Madrid for treatment on his right hamstring injury, as confirmed by Al Nassr coach Jorge Jesus on Friday.
The Portugal captain exited the field during Al Nassr’s 3-1 league victory over Al Fayha last weekend.
Al Nassr did not specify a precise timeline for the 41-year-old’s recovery.
In remarks made prior to Saturday’s home league match against Neom Sports Club, Jorge Jesus stated: “In the last match, Cristiano left due to a muscle injury.
“Following the examinations he underwent, it became evident that the injury is more severe than we anticipated. He will require rest and rehabilitation. Cristiano will travel to Spain for treatment, along with other injured players.
“He will need care from his personal physiotherapist. We are hopeful he will return soon to assist the team.”
Ronaldo will be aiming to recover in time for Portugal’s international friendlies later this month.
Portugal is set to face Mexico at the renovated Azteca stadium on March 28, followed by a match against the United States on March 31 in Atlanta, Georgia, as part of their World Cup preparations.
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Ronaldo currently ranks third in the Saudi Pro League top scorers’ standings. The Portugal captain has netted 21 goals, while English forward Ivan Toney leads the scoring charts with 23 goals from 23 matches for Al Ahli.
Al Nassr holds a two-point advantage over Al Ahli at the summit of the Saudi Pro League.
