Overview
- Cristiano Ronaldo has not linked up with Al‑Nassr’s preseason in Lisbon since the camp began on July 19, leaving him the only notable absentee.
- Saudi journalist Rtiban Al‑Dosari reported that Ronaldo will not rejoin the squad in Portugal and instead will return to training after the delegation travels back to Riyadh when the camp ends on August 5.
- Al‑Nassr plan a short rest for players after they return to Saudi Arabia, which would leave Ronaldo about one week of full-team training before the Roshn League opener on August 15 against Al‑Fateh.
- Most of the squad, including João Félix, Sadio Mané and Abdulelah Al‑Amri, have completed or joined the Lisbon camp as coach Ange Postecoglou uses friendlies and sessions to integrate new arrivals following a July 23 friendly defeat that prompted extra training.
- Reports and Ronaldo’s social posts from Mallorca signal he is still on holiday, and current coverage focuses on timetable and logistical effects on tactical preparation rather than any disclosed medical details.