Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr can participate in the Champions League in the 2024-25 season.
Europe's most important competition has had exclusively UEFA-affiliated clubs competing since its inception three decades ago. However, now according to 'Football Talk' an invitation could be offered to Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr for next year's edition, given the club's popularity around the world
Of course, such an invitation is also influenced by the presence of Cristiano Ronaldo, the all-time top scorer in the Champions League with 140 goals, who joined the club in December as a free agent. One of the best players on the planet, 38-year-old Ronaldo looks like summer, as he has started the season strongly.
The Portugal captain has scored 16 goals and provided 9 assists in 17 games in all competitions. UEFA now wants to capitalize on the popularity of the Saudi Arabian club and Cristiano Ronaldo, planning to extend an invitation to them for the 2024-2025 season.