Portuguesa Plans Bid for Cristiano Ronaldo in 2026

Portuguesa president Alex Bourgeois has expressed a strong desire to sign Cristiano Ronaldo, aiming for the 2026 Paulistão season. Despite Portuguesa currently playing in the fourth tier of Brazilian football, Bourgeois emphasizes the cultural significance of bringing the football legend to Brazil, referring to him as 'the greatest Portuguese of all time.' Ronaldo's contract with Al-Nassr is set to expire at the end of the 2024-25 season, and while there are rumors of a lucrative extension in Saudi Arabia, the Brazilian club aims to create a bridge between Brazil and Portugal through such a high-profile signing. Bourgeois acknowledges the challenges in convincing Ronaldo, who is satisfied with his life in Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, Ronaldo continues to perform impressively at Al-Nassr, adding 25 goals to his tally this season. The club's strategic plan includes attracting more Portuguese talent to bolster its identity within the Brazilian community.