In a jaw-dropping development from Saudi Arabia, Cristiano Ronaldo has made it a non-negotiable condition to sign Barcelona’s midfield maestro Pedri as part of his contract extension with Al-Nassr! 😱⚡
🗣️ According to sources close to the club, Ronaldo views Pedri as essential to building a world-class team around him in the Saudi Pro League. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner reportedly told club chiefs:
> “If we’re serious about taking Al-Nassr to the next level, then bring me Pedri. He’s the heartbeat Barça is built on.”
💼 Negotiations have officially begun between Al-Nassr and Barcelona, with Joan Laporta surprisingly open to the idea given the club’s financial pressures. However, there’s one major roadblock — new Barça coach Hansi Flick is staunchly opposed to losing his prized midfielder.
🔒 Flick reportedly told the board:
> “Pedri is untouchable. He is the foundation of my system. Selling him would tear apart the identity we’re rebuilding.”
🔥 Why Pedri?
Cristiano believes Pedri’s vision, control, and passing brilliance are exactly what Al-Nassr needs to dominate Asia and build a legacy. Having watched him closely in La Liga and for Spain, Ronaldo is convinced Pedri could become the face of football in the Middle East.
⚖️ The Standoff:
Laporta: Willing to entertain bids over €100M to help balance the books
Flick: Will fight “to the end” to keep Pedri
Cristiano: Won’t extend his stay at Al-Nassr without this marquee signing
👀 The world watches now… Will Pedri be the next European superstar to take the Saudi leap under Ronaldo’s command? Or will Barça hold firm and keep their midfield jewel?
A summer transfer sag
a is officially underway. 🌪️
