New teammates for Ronaldo? FIFA lifts transfer ban on Al Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo's team has been granted permission to register new players.

Details: Today it was announced that FIFA has completely lifted the transfer ban on Saudi side Al Nassr, where the legendary Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo plays.

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Al Nassr had previously been handed a ban due to financial debts owed to Manchester City. Reports stated that Al Nassr failed to pay the “Citizens” about 9 million euros for the transfer of Aymeric Laporte in 2023, resulting in a restriction on signing new players. However, according to FIFA, the Saudis have now settled all debts and fulfilled all contractual obligations, which means there is no reason to extend the ban.

The Saudi powerhouse can now sign new players as early as the upcoming winter transfer window.

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