Christian Pulisic Rejects Big Opportunity To Play Alongside Cristiano Ronaldo: Report
Pulisic is reportedly keen on representing Milan heading into the upcoming season. He has flourished with the team since joining from Chelsea in July 2023, recording 32 goals and 23 assists in 100 matches across all tournaments.
Al Nassr would be hoping to get a deal over the line in the coming weeks.
Meanwhile, Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus was appointed on Tuesday by Al Nassr, where he will link up with Ronaldo, who signed a new two-year deal with the Saudi club in June.
The 70-year-old Jesus was sacked by Saudi rivals Al Hilal in May after their Asian Champions League semi-final exit.
Jesus had been in charge since 2023 in what was his second spell with Al Hilal. A long managerial career has taken place in his native Portugal, with Benfica and Sporting Lisbon and he has coached in Brazil and Turkey as well.
Ronaldo, 40, inked a new contract until 2027 with Al Nassr last month, ending speculation over a potential departure.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
&w=3840&q=100)
Business Standard
4 hours ago
- Business Standard
How Cristiano Ronaldo fueled Mohd Siraj's fire ahead of Oval Test win?
India's fast bowler Mohammed Siraj delivered a performance to remember on the final day of the fifth Test against England, revealing that his source of inspiration came from none other than football icon Cristiano Ronaldo. Siraj putting Ronaldo's wallpaper on his phone Siraj, who helped India pull off a sensational six-run win at The Oval, credited a motivational wallpaper featuring Ronaldo and the word "Believe" for fuelling his self-confidence ahead of the dramatic finale. Mohammad Siraj showing the wallpaper of his phone - Believe & Cristiano Ronaldo. ❤️ — Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) August 4, 2025 Speaking after the match, Siraj shared that he had searched for a motivational image on Google that morning. What he found was a wallpaper of Ronaldo paired with a single, powerful word: Believe. 'I told myself, I will do it for my country,' he said, showing the image to the media after India's famous win that leveled the series 2-2. Mohammed Siraj hitting the iconic Cristiano Ronaldo's Siuuu celebration at Carrington — RCBIANS OFFICIAL (@RcbianOfficial) July 21, 2025 In a post-match chat with Dinesh Karthik, Siraj said, 'I always believe I can win from any situation. Today was no different.' He emphasized that his strategy was simple, focus on bowling good areas, regardless of the outcome. Siraj also shared a heartfelt moment involving teammate Ravindra Jadeja. 'Jaddu bhai told me, think of your father and what he endured. Do it for him,' Siraj recalled, paying tribute to his late father, whose sacrifices had laid the foundation for his journey. With senior pacer Jasprit Bumrah sidelined due to injury, Siraj shouldered the responsibility and delivered in style. He picked up three of the final four wickets on Day 5, as England crumbled for 367 while chasing 374. Siraj's spell of 5/104 capped off a match haul of nine wickets, earning him the Player of the Match title and making him the leading wicket-taker in the series with 23 scalps. Siraj, a big follower of Cristiano Ronaldo Mohd Siraj has been an avid follower of Portuguese football superstar and has been doing his celebration whenever he picks up a scalp in any cricket game. The Indian pacer had also visited to Manchester United's Carrington training ground ahead of the Manchester Test, where Ronaldo once used to train every single day. He was also seen doing the famous 'SUI' celebration over there, expressing his love for the footballer. Cristiano Ronaldo, a 5-time Ballon d'Or winner has often made a big impact on atheltes all around the world courtesy of his work ethic and amazing footballing abilities over the years. His iconic celebration has been seen all over the globe with players often copying his style after celebrating an action in their respective sport. Humble beginnings for both stars Mohammed Siraj, much like Cristiano Ronaldo, hails from modest beginnings. His journey to international cricket has been marked by hardship, personal loss, and relentless scrutiny. That shared background of resilience and determination is likely why Siraj's admiration for Ronaldo runs deeper than typical fandom, it's built on mutual values of hard work and perseverance. Siraj's respect for the Portuguese star is also reflected in his football loyalties. He passionately supports Portugal during major international tournaments, a natural choice given his devotion to Ronaldo. His emotional tribute to Portuguese winger Jota after his passing further highlights how profoundly football influences him, even as his career soars in cricket.
Business Standard
13 hours ago
- Business Standard
Palhinha back in Premier League as Spurs sign him on loan from Bayern
Tottenham has bolstered its midfield ahead of its return to the Champions League by signing Portugal international Jao Palhinha on loan from Bayern Munich with an option to buy. The defensive midfielder returns to London and the Premier League a year after leaving Fulham for a much-hyped but largely unsuccessful move to Bayern. He has three years left on his Bayern contract. Bayern and Tottenham both confirmed the move Sunday. Palhinha offers a similar defensive midfield option to Spurs' Rodrigo Bentancur or Yves Bissouma. Expectations for Palhinha at Bayern were high but his time spent there had ended with the Portuguese midfielder spending most of the Club World Cup on the bench. Palhinha was a key target for Bayern in 2023, when then-coach Thomas Tuchel wanted to shore up Bayern's midfield. Palhinha even came to Munich for a medical but Bayern's deal with Fulham collapsed at the last moment. When Bayern finally did sign Palhinha for a reported fee of nearly 50 million euros (then $54.2 million) a year later, Vincent Kompany was the new coach. Palhinha's season was affected by injuries or illness but, even when he was fit, Kompany often preferred youngster Aleksandar Pavlovic in the midfield instead. Palhinha only started 10 of the 25 games he played for Bayern in all competitions and was an unused substitute in four of Bayern's five games at the Club World Cup. It's the second time this off-season that Tottenham has signed a player who was out of favor at Bayern after making forward Mathys Tel's loan move permanent.
News18
15 hours ago
- News18
Tyson Fury Delivers A Definitive 'Never' On Usyk Trilogy
Despite speculation of a comeback, Tyson Fury insists he's done with boxing, closing a storied career. In December 2024, Tyson Fury went toe-to-toe with Oleksandr Usyk in a rematch that held the boxing world's breath. Fury controlled much of the action with precise counterpunches and strategic pressure – only for Usyk to rally late, scoring a dramatic ninth-round knockdown that many observers argued went uncounted. The split-decision verdict fell in Usyk's favor, and Fury then stunned fans by announcing his retirement. Yet whispers of a comeback persisted. On July 2, 2025, Saudi adviser Turki Alalshikh fueled speculation on X: 'The Gypsy King will be back!!! I talked with him, and I have his word to have him in Riyadh Season in 2026 … We have a rabbit to hunt!" The 'rabbit" reference unmistakably pointed to Usyk, whom Fury had previously labeled as such. Following Usyk's emphatic knockout of Daniel Dubois, Fury escalated the drama during a social-media appearance, asserting he 'won both prior fights and remains the only man capable of beating Usyk." Yet when sought clarity, Fury turned icy. Asked if he would ever grace the ring again, he offered a curt verdict: 'Never, I'm too old. Boxing is a young man's game," Fury was quoted as saying by Sky Sports. Even his first triumph over Usyk in February shattered the Ukrainian's unblemished record. Now at 36, Fury insists the fire that once drove him through brutal training camps and marquee encounters has dimmed. 'I'm moving on," he told reporters. 'Boxing was my life, but it's time to embrace the next chapter." For fight promoters and pay-per-view aficionados, the Fury–Usyk saga has been a goldmine. The prospect of a trilogy promised unparalleled excitement and revenue. Yet the Gypsy King's stance is unmistakable: 'I've been there, done that, and won it all," he declared. 'People can say whatever they like, but I'm done. My legacy speaks for itself." With Fury's door firmly closed, the heavyweight landscape turns to Usyk – whose path may lead to fresh rivals or even a shift back to cruiserweight. But for Tyson Fury, the final bell has sounded. His reign concludes not with a trilogy finale, but with a definitive farewell. view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
