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Just in: Al-Nassr want to pair Real Madrid forward with Cristiano Ronaldo, contacts made
Over the past year or so, Vinicius Jr. has been the Real Madrid player most heavily linked with a transfer to Saudi Arabia.
The 24-year-old superstar has been a subject of strong interest from the Middle East, who are prepared to break the bank for his signing.
However, it appears that Saudi Arabia have now cast their eyes on Vinicius’s teammate Rodrygo Goes as well.
Al-Nassr want Rodrygo to partner Cristiano Ronaldo
Indeed, according to journalist Sacha Tavolieri, Al-Nassr have begun their push to sign Rodrygo Goes in search of a new star to play alongside Real Madrid legend Cristiano Ronaldo.
With an almost unlimited transfer budget, the Saudi club has approached the Real Madrid forward’s representatives to gauge his interest in a move to the Saudi Pro League.
Al-Nassr’s plan is straightforward: offer Rodrygo a blank cheque to convince him to join. While no specific financial figure has yet been set, discussions between the club and the player’s entourage suggest that the offer could be limitless.
Cristiano Ronaldo himself has identified Rodrygo as the priority target the club should focus on signing this summer.
Rodrygo not considering Saudi move for now
For now, Rodrygo has responded by making it clear that if he were to leave Real Madrid, his first choice would be a move to the Premier League. His primary objective remains sporting, and he is not yet willing to consider a move to Saudi Arabia.
The Brazilian believes he will enjoy increased playing time under Xabi Alonso, even though that has not been the case so far at the FIFA Club World Cup.
Real Madrid, for their part, are understood to be open to offers, with Arsenal having shown the strongest interest in the 24-year-old so far.
Nevertheless, Al-Nassr’s message is clear: they want Rodrygo. And even if he is not currently considering their offer, they are prepared to work tirelessly this summer to present him with a proposal he cannot refuse.
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Nico Paz’s message to Real Madrid after historic Champions League night: ‘I made the right decision’
Como had a night to remember in the history of their football club, taking part in the Champions League for the first time.
The Italian side’s rise to the top has been nothing short of remarkable, and under the astute guidance of Cesc Fabregas, they have reached the biggest competition in club football.
Como faced RB Leipzig on their Champions League debut, securing a 4-1 victory to mark the occasion, with Nico Paz starring for the Italians.
He delivered another reminder of his development away from Real Madrid, and the 22-year-old has become a star in his own right.
Paz shines on historic night for Como
The former Madrid academy attacking midfielder produced two assists as Como secured the win against the Bundesliga side.
As quoted by Mundo Deportivo, Paz made it clear that he has no regrets about choosing to continue his career in Italy.
“It was a historic night. We played an incredible match. We were really looking forward to playing this game. I think we approached it in the best possible way. We are happy with the match we played,” Paz said.
Paz had already established himself as an important player in Serie A. Performing with similar influence in the Champions League is another test entirely, and he passed it with flying colours.
The Argentine also addressed his decision to remain at Como rather than return to Real Madrid.
“I thought this was the place where I was going to grow the most, and I think I made the right decision. I am very happy with my decision,” he said.
At Madrid, Paz would have entered an extremely competitive midfield and faced uncertainty over regular minutes.
At Como, he has responsibility, continuity and now the opportunity to develop through Champions League football.
The 22-year-old believes evenings such as the victory over Leipzig demonstrate why staying was the correct choice.
The road not taken ft. Nico Paz
Paz is one of the biggest examples that the conventional path to stardom is not the only way for young players in their footballing careers.
Many starlets are guilty of moving to big clubs earlier than they are ready and then seeing their development stagnate because of a lack of minutes.
Paz, on the other hand, has consistently veered away from this. Despite coming through Castilla, he has built a career for himself in Italy.
There is absolutely no doubt who the star of this Como team is, and the 22-year-old gets more responsibility at a young age than he would have at a club like Madrid.
The Serie A side is proving to be one of the most exciting teams to watch in Europe, and Madrid fans in particular will be curious to see how Paz fares over the course of the campaign.
