Everyone knows the only reason why Cristiano Ronaldo is in Saudi Arabia is the huge salary of 200 million euros a year.
Every time he has a minute free, he gets on the plane and travels to Europe, often to Spain or home to Portugal. He has been tipped back at Manchester United due to compatriot and comrade Ruben Amorims’ new job as manager at Old Trafford.
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Jose Mourinho who is not super happy with life in Turkey. He does not win enough games, which has always caused irritation for the Portuguese manager. He has thrown himself on the phone and called compatriot and former collaborator Cristiano Ronaldo to convince him to come to Fenerbahce.
The details of the phone call between Jose Mourinho and Cristiano Ronaldo have been revealed, as the legendary manager is reportedly trying to secure a huge transfer.
Mourinho was confirmed as manager of Fenerbahce in June, after being sacked by Serie A side Roma five months earlier. The iconic manager is just one of several at the Turkish club with a history at Manchester United. Former midfielders Fred and Sofyan Amrabat who play for Fenerbahce.
And now Mourinho is reportedly trying to lure Ronaldo, one of United’s best players ever, to his new club, as details of his phone call to the striker have been revealed.
As it stands, the 39-year-old’s deal with Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr is set to expire in June, and with discussions over an extension reportedly stalling, it is possible that he could be looking for one last transfer this summer.
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With that in mind, reports in Turkey claim that Mourinho has already made contact with Ronaldo to see if he would be open to moving back to Europe to join him at Fenerbahce.
The Fenerbahce boss spoke to him on the phone, and is said to have asked: “Are you happy there? There is talk that you want to leave.
“If you go, would you like to come to Fenerbahce?”
Alongside Mourinho’s personal efforts to secure the transfer, Fenerbahce’s director of football Mario Branco is said to have started talks with the five-time Ballon d’Or winner and his agent, Jorge Mendes.
Jose Mourinho, one of the most charismatic and successful coaches in football, has set his sights on an old acquaintance to strengthen his project at Fenerbahce: Cristiano Ronaldo. The Portuguese coach, who has already had direct contact with the Portuguese striker, would be willing to make a great financial effort to bring CR7 to Turkey and thus reunite with a player he managed at Real Madrid.
According to information from Turkey, Fenerbahce would be willing to offer at least €15 million for the transfer of Cristiano Ronaldo. This figure, although it may seem high, is below the market value of the player according to Transfermarkt. However, it must be taken into account that Ronaldo’s contract with Al-Nassr is very expensive and that the player will have to accept a salary reduction in order to return to Europe.
Mourinho’s motives
Mourinho has many reasons to want to sign Cristiano Ronaldo:
To bolster their attack: Fenerbahçe need a reliable centre-forward to strive to win titles. Cristiano Ronaldo, with his experience and goal-scoring instinct, would be the perfect signing to lead the Turkish team’s attack.
Reunion with an old acquaintance: Mourinho and Ronaldo already worked together at Real Madrid, where they achieved great success. The Portuguese coach is confident that the connection that exists between the two can be repeated in Turkey.
To increase the club’s prestige: The arrival of Cristiano Ronaldo at Fenerbahçe would be a major coup for the Turkish club, which would increase its prestige internationally and attract new sponsors.
However, the obstacles to overcome
the operation are not without difficulties:
Ronaldo’s high salary: The Portuguese player’s salary at Al-Nassr is astronomical, and Fenerbahçe had to make a huge financial effort to be able to pay him himself with a big pay cut.
Ronaldo’s sporting ambition: Despite his age, Cristiano Ronaldo is still very ambitious and wants to continue playing at the highest level. It is not clear whether Turkey would be his ideal destination.
The competition: Other European clubs may be interested in signing Ronaldo, which would make Fenerbahçe’s task more difficult.
The keys to success
In order for the operation to be carried out, several factors will be fundamental:
Ronaldo’s will: The Portuguese player will have the last word. If he is convinced by Fenerbahçe’s project and the possibility of reuniting with Mourinho, he could accept a pay cut.
The club’s financial backing: Fenerbahçe will have to make a significant financial effort to afford the signing of Ronaldo.
Negotiations with Al-Nassr: The Saudi club must be willing to negotiate the departure of their star player.
The possibility of seeing Cristiano Ronaldo play for Fenerbahce under Jose Mourinho is news that has thrilled fans around the world. However, there is still a long way to go before this dream becomes a reality. Several obstacles will have to be overcome and all parties involved must be willing to make concessions.
Already agreed with teammate of Cristiano Ronaldo.
Brazilian Anderson Talisca, Al-Nasr player has agreed a move to Fenerbahce in the coming period. Negotiations remain between the two clubs to resolve the deal.
