Cristiano Ronaldo has long expressed his desire to remain involved in football beyond his playing career, and recent speculation suggests that he may be looking to do so as the owner of a Spanish club.
In the past few hours, social media has been buzzing with rumours that the Portuguese star, currently playing for Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, is interested in acquiring a football club in the Valencian Community. The speculation began when a sports account on Twitter suggested that Ronaldo is exploring the possibility of buying a Spanish team.
RONALDO AND VALENCIA CF: A POTENTIAL DEAL?
According to unverified reports, Ronaldo’s interest is focused on a club that has faced financial struggles in recent years, leading to widespread discontent among its fans. The reports also suggest that he could be partnering with Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who would handle the financial side of the deal while Ronaldo would take charge of the club’s sporting direction.
The club in question is believed to be Valencia CF, one of Spain’s most historic teams. Despite its six La Liga titles and eight Copa del Rey victories, the club has suffered from poor results and management issues in recent years. The team’s current owner, Peter Lim, has faced increasing pressure from supporters, and reports claim he is now looking to sell his shares by the end of the season.
TALKS BETWEEN RONALDO AND LIM
While nothing has been officially confirmed, sources indicate that Ronaldo and Lim have already discussed the possibility of the Portuguese legend becoming Valencia’s majority shareholder. The two are known to have business ties, with Lim owning Ronaldo’s image rights, and they also share a close friendship.
Reports suggest that Ronaldo himself initiated talks about acquiring the club, as he envisions returning to Spain once his playing career concludes. It is also believed that he has secured financial backing from Arab investors, which would cover a significant portion of the acquisition.
STILL SPECULATION FOR NOW
Despite the excitement surrounding this potential takeover, neither Ronaldo, Valencia CF, nor their representatives have publicly addressed the rumours. For now, it remains a developing story, and Valencia fans will have to wait for official confirmation or denial of what could be a game-changing move for the club’s future.
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