Portugal Team Officials Say Door Is Open for Cristiano Ronaldo to Return After ‘Misunderstanding’
Jorge Jesus said Ronaldo can return if he wants, as Portugal officials call the exit a misunderstanding and keep him in squad plans.
- On Wednesday, captain Cristiano Ronaldo departed Portugal's training camp in Copenhagen following a disagreement with head coach Jorge Jesus over his role in the UEFA Nations League.
- The disagreement originated after Jesus left the forward on the bench for Portugal's 2-1 Nations League victory over Norway on September 27, prompting Ronaldo to depart before the Denmark match.
- Portugal flourished without Ronaldo, defeating Denmark 4-2 and Norway 2-1 to secure a Nations League quarter-final spot, with Bruno Fernandes stepping in as captain.
- Head coach Jorge Jesus characterized the situation as a "misunderstanding" and left the door open for Ronaldo's return, while federation president Pedro Proenca called him a "symbol of our country."
- Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes urged unity, insisting Ronaldo "will never cease to be the greatest symbol" of the team as both sides aim to resolve the matter before November.
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Portugal team officials say door is open for Cristiano Ronaldo to retu
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Independent EspañolLISBOA (AP) — Portugal wants Cristiano Ronaldo to know that he is welcome back to the national team, if he wishes.
Portugal national football team head coach Jorge Jesus is looking forward to Cristiano Ronaldo returning to the national team if the experienced striker so wishes.
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