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Ronaldo Defends Joao Felix Against Criticism for Joining Al Nassr
Cristiano Ronaldo has fired back at critics who questioned João Félix’s decision to join Al Nassr.
Félix completed a summer move to the Saudi Pro League club in a deal worth £26 million, with add-ons that could take it up to £43 million, after ending his spell at Chelsea. The transfer caused debate, with many wondering why a 25-year-old in his prime would leave European football for the Middle East.
Since making the switch, Félix has hit the ground running. He scored a hat-trick on his debut for Al Nassr and has already provided an assist in just five appearances.
Despite this, Portuguese podcast Chuveirinho recently criticised the forward’s choice, suggesting it was a step down. Ronaldo, who shares the dressing room with Félix at Al Nassr, was quick to respond. Commenting on a clip from the podcast on Instagram, he wrote:
“Idiots don’t understand anything about football, yet they still give their opinions.”
Chelsea player Enzo Fernández is in discussions to join Manchester City. This information was revealed by Fabrizio Romano, who shared that the two clubs are discussing a potential deal.
He wrote: “Enzo Fernández has a verbal agreement with Manchester City on personal terms.
“Deal depends on club-to-club decision, as #MCFC have not sent an official bid yet, but contacts will take place soon; decision on price is up to Chelsea.
“Enzo could be out again this weekend.”
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca mentions his captains for the team. He mentions Rúben Dias and Erling Haaland.
He shared “We have experienced players. For sure, we have leaders. Now we need to wait four or five more days until the transfer window closes to see if we can add one or two more captains to Ruben [Dias] and Erling , who at the moment are the two captains.”
Maresca confirmed the pair as part of his leadership group ahead of the 2026/27 season, with two more captains expected to be selected after the transfer window closes.
Chelsea manager speaks on the team and shares thoughts on considering a change in goalkeepers, giving another goalkeeper, Mike Penders, a chance.
“Penders is part of the squad, so he has an opportunity. We will decide and then I am giving the team tomorrow to the players, so I prefer to respect that they know first.”
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