Al Nassr Signs Chelsea Forward Joao Felix, Seeks Defender Marc Cucurella

Cristiano Ronaldo is spearheading Al-Nassr's ambitious push to win the Saudi Pro League title, having secured a new two-year contract and actively influencing the club’s transfer strategy. The club recently signed Portuguese forward Joao Felix from Chelsea in a deal potentially worth up to €50 million, with Felix set to reunite with Ronaldo and play under coach Jorge Jesus. Ronaldo is also interested in acquiring Chelsea's left-back Marc Cucurella, although Chelsea is unlikely to sell the Spanish international given his importance to the team and his contract running until 2028. Al-Nassr’s recruitment drive includes other rumored targets such as Mason Greenwood and Anthony, aiming to bolster their squad ahead of the new season starting in late August. Chelsea is undergoing a squad overhaul to balance heavy spending and financial regulations, offloading players including Felix, which facilitated the transfer to Saudi Arabia. Felix’s move represents a fresh start away from European football, where he struggled to fulfill early promise, now playing alongside a highly competitive Ronaldo who serves as a leadership figure.