Al Nassr seeks transfer autonomy, eyes Bruno Fernandes

In late July 2026, Cristiano Ronaldo, Al Nassr’s marquee forward, intensified his campaign for the Saudi club to grant its sporting department independent authority over all player recruitment. He argues that removing administrative interference is essential for building a technically‑driven squad capable of defending the Saudi Pro League title and competing for the AFC Champions League Elite trophy.

Ronalol d’s push also centres on securing Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes. He is reported to be personally negotiating the Portuguese midfielder’s salary expectations as a first step toward a possible summer 2026 signing, hoping the former Portugal teammate will raise Al Nassr’s quality.

The effort reflects a broader trend of high‑profile players influencing club policy in the Saudi Pro League, where recent marquee signings have aimed to elevate the league’s competitiveness both domestically and in Asian competition.