A growing buzz surrounds the potential connection between Cristiano Ronaldo and Egyptian club Al-Ahly.
This speculation arises as the club prepares for the revamped 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, a tournament set to feature a larger number of teams and heightened global competitiveness.
The Al-Ahly and Cristiano Ronaldo Rumor
Al-Ahly, one of the most prestigious teams in Egyptian football, has been placed in Group A for the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup.
Their group includes challenging opponents such as Palmeiras, Inter Miami—where Lionel Messi currently plays—and FC Porto.
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Al Ahly board members suggested to President Mahmoud El Khatib to try and sign Cristiano Ronaldo on six-months loan deal for the Club World Cup tournament in the USA!
Messi v Ronaldo on match day one, who says no? 😅#FIFAClubWorldCup pic.twitter.com/0YUakgQjrZ
— Nelson Magume🇹🇿 (@NelsonMagume) December 10, 2024
This has sparked discussions about the possibility of Cristiano Ronaldo joining Al-Ahly from Al-Nassr to renew his historic rivalry with Lionel Messi during the group stage of this global competition.
The speculation has further fueled debates around the ongoing Messi-Ronaldo rivalry, a narrative that has transcended football to become a worldwide phenomenon.
Reports suggest that Al-Ahly could potentially make an offer to Ronaldo in the near future to strengthen their squad for the tournament, although these remain unconfirmed rumors.
Ronaldo’s current focus
While the idea of Ronaldo joining Al-Ahly is intriguing, the Portuguese superstar appears firmly committed to Al-Nassr.
The 39-year-old has found a new lease on his career in Saudi Arabia, where he has consistently delivered stellar performances. Ronaldo is determined to lead Al-Nassr to domestic and continental glory, solidifying his legacy in the Middle East.
Looking ahead to 2025
As the FIFA Club World Cup approaches, fans and pundits alike will keep a close eye on developments surrounding Ronaldo and Al-Ahly.
For now, the Portuguese forward remains focused on his ambitions with Al-Nassr, but the possibility of another chapter in the Messi-Ronaldo saga in 2025 adds an extra layer of excitement to the tournament’s buildup.