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Al Nassr May Promote Cristiano Ronaldo Jr to Senior Team Next Season

Al Nassr are reportedly considering promoting Cristiano Ronaldo's 15-year-old son to the senior squad next season. The teenager has impressed in the club's youth system, scoring 56 goals in 27 games for the U-15 team. A promotion would set up a historic father-son pairing in professional football. Meanwhile, Ronaldo Sr. scored his 969th career goal in Al Nassr's 4-0 victory over Al-Wasl.

Key Points: Al Nassr to Promote Cristiano Ronaldo Jr to Senior Team?

  • Al Nassr considering promoting Cristiano Ronaldo Jr to senior squad
  • 15-year-old has impressed in youth system with 56 goals in 27 games
  • Father-son pairing would be historic first in professional football
  • Ronaldo Sr. close to 1000 career goals after 969th strike
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Al Nassr consider promoting Cristiano Ronaldo Jr to senior team next season

Al Nassr reportedly considering promoting Cristiano Ronaldo Jr to senior team next season, setting up a historic father-son pairing.

"The 15-year-old has been making a strong impression in the club's youth system - Al Weeam via Goal.com"

Riyadh, April 22

Saudi Pro League giants Al Nassr are reportedly considering a sensational move to promote Cristiano Ronaldo's son to the senior squad, potentially setting up a historic father-son pairing next season.

According to Al Weeam, as quoted by Goal.com, the 15-year-old has been making a strong impression in the club's youth system and is being lined up for a possible inclusion in the first-team setup ahead of the next campaign.

The teenager has already been part of several elite academies worldwide, having followed his father's career path through clubs like Real Madrid, Juventus, and Manchester United before arriving in Saudi Arabia.

At just 15, a promotion would reflect significant confidence in his development, both physically and technically.

The Portugal legend, who remains the central figure of the Al Nassr side at 41, is believed to be motivated by the idea of sharing the pitch with his son--a long-cherished personal dream. The club is expected to evaluate the youngster's readiness at the end of the season before making a final call.

While Ronaldo continues to chase his historic 1,000 career strikes, having his son assist one or more of those goals would provide a fairy tale ending to an already storied career.

The hype surrounding Ronaldo Jr is backed by staggering statistics that suggest he has inherited his father's relentless eye for goal.

As per Goal.com, as quoted by The Sun, the 15-year-old has netted 58 goals in just 23 matches for Juve's U-9 side and has maintained that form in the Gulf state, scoring 56 goals in 27 games for the Al-Nassr U-15 team.

However, a step up to senior football in the Saudi Pro League would mark a major leap, given the physical and competitive demands of the professional game.

Meanwhile, Ronaldo moved one step closer to the historic 1000-goal milestone by netting his 969th career goal, leading Al-Nassr to a commanding 4-0 victory over Al-Wasl in the quarter-finals and sealing their place in the AFC Champions League Two semi-finals.

Al-Nassr delivered a dominant performance from start to finish, combining attacking sharpness with midfield control to overwhelm their opponents. The breakthrough arrived early, with Ronaldo striking in the 11th minute.

- ANI

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Priya S
Honestly, this feels like a PR move more than a football decision. Ronaldo is chasing 1000 goals and wants his son to assist one? That's sweet but also very self-indulgent. Let the boy play at his level and earn his spot. Indian parents would never push a 15-year-old into professional sports like this. 😅
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Rohit P
If the stats are true--58 goals in 23 games for Juve U-9 and 56 in 27 for Al Nassr U-15--then this kid is a machine. Genetics ka kamaal! But senior football is a different beast. Look at how many young talents faded after early hype. Hope Al Nassr handles this carefully. Also, imagine the scenes if Ronaldo Jr assists his father's 1000th goal. Pure cinema! 🍿
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Kavya N
I'm torn between being amazed and skeptical. On one hand, father-son duo on the same team is a dream come true for any football fan. On the other hand, this puts immense pressure on a teenager. In India, we see parents forcing kids into academics or sports too early--it rarely ends well. Let the boy be a child first. 🙏
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Michael C
As a football fan from the UK, I've seen this before with sons of legends--it rarely works out. The expectations are astronomical, and the media scrutiny is brutal. Ronaldo Jr should focus on development, not headlines. But if anyone can handle the pressure, it's a kid who grew up in the Ronaldo household. Just hope the club is doing this for the right reasons, not just ticket sales.
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