The Saudi Super League has chosen two players to replace Cristiano Ronaldo

In light of Cristiano Ronaldo’s potential departure, the Saudi Pro League is already aiming very high for his succession. Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) and Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United) are the two dream ambassadors identified by the Saudi league.

The winds are turning in Saudi Arabia. While Cristiano Ronaldo’s future at Al-Nassr seems more uncertain than ever, the Saudi Pro League leadership is already working on life after CR7. And according to our information, two names are emerging as the league’s dream ambassadors to carry it: Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) and Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United).

An internal source within the championship, cited by The i, has lifted a veil on the strategy: «Salah and Fernandes would be ideal choices, especially Salah, because he would attract an Arab audience as a Muslim. Either one, in addition to the young talents we attract, would be a major asset.»

Is Ronaldo’s era coming to an end?

The Portuguese icon, 41, a pillar of the Saudi project since his sensational arrival in December 2022, is going through a period of significant turbulence. His recent criticisms of the club owners over a summer transfer window judged insufficient have cooled things down. His absence in Al-Nassr’s last two wins (1-0 against Al-Riyadh, 2-0 against Al-Ittihad) fuels speculation about his departure as early as this summer. A scenario all the more plausible since his new contract, signed in 2025, would contain a £43 million release clause, activatable at the end of the season.

The dream double target: “Egyptian King” and captain of the Red Devils

Facing this possible defection, the SPL is not short on ambition. It aims at two major figures in the Premier League. Mohamed Salah, a Liverpool legend since 2017 and the author of more than 250 goals, would embody a regional and media-driven attraction like no other. Bruno Fernandes, the captain and playmaker of Manchester United (more than 100 goals), would bring his leadership and technical quality. The message is out. As Ronaldo seems set to leave, the Saudi Pro League is already preparing its revolution and dreaming of bringing down two new giants of European football. The duel for succession is open.