Cristiano Ronaldo Hijacks Benfica Deal – João Félix to Join Al-Nassr! 🇵🇹💥
In a dramatic transfer twist, João Félix is now on the verge of joining Saudi giants Al-Nassr, snubbing a return to boyhood club Benfica after a direct phone call from Cristiano Ronaldo.
🔴 Benfica were close to sealing the deal, with Félix open to taking a pay cut and Chelsea willing to consider a 50% rights offer.
But the Portuguese side couldn’t meet Chelsea’s full demands — and Al-Nassr capitalized with a €60 million package, offering Félix a long-term contract until 2029.
📞 According to multiple reports, it was Cristiano Ronaldo himself who made a personal call to Félix, convincing him to say YES to Al-Nassr. Coach Jorge Jesus also played a big part in persuading the former Atlético Madrid star.
🔜 Félix has accepted the deal, and will travel for medicals in the coming days.
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🧩 Transfer Summary:
Fee: €50–60 million
Club: From Chelsea to Al-Nassr
Contract: Until 2028/29
Benfica offer: Fell short financially
Decisive factor: Cristiano Ronaldo’s call
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🇸🇦 Another European Star Joins the Saudi Project
João Félix now joins a growing list of top European talents in the Saudi Pro League, including Cristiano Ronaldo, Otávio, Brozović, and Sadio Mané.
Al-Nassr are building a serious squad, and the addition of Félix gives them a new creative force going into the upcoming season.
