Cristiano Ronaldo is set to lead Al Nassr next season following the signing of a lucrative contract with the Saudi Arabian club. However, he will be without some of his teammates from last season, as one player is reportedly set to reunite with Ronaldoās former manager, Jose Mourinho.
In recent developments, questions have arisen about Ronaldoās ability to lead his Saudi Arabian team, Al Nassr, to championship glory. Despite falling short in major tournaments, the club has cemented its commitment to Ronaldo, ensuring his participation for at least the next two years. With this announcement, Al Nassr is strategically assembling a formidable squad poised to compete fiercely in the upcoming season.
Even with marquee players such as Sadio Mane, Marcelo Brozovic, and Otavio on their roster, Al Nassr was unable to secure a title last season. Guided by Ronaldoās leadership, the team is determined to dominate the competitive landscape. As a result, the club is adjusting its roster strategy, facilitating transfers of certain players to optimize team performance. Notably, Colombian striker John Jader Duran is among those reportedly being offloaded to other teams.
According to renowned sports journalist Fabrizio Romano, Duran will join Fenerbahce for the upcoming season. āJhon Duran to Fenerbahce, here we go! Agreement in place between all parties involved. Duran has accepted Fenerās proposal after director Devin Ozek traveled to Colombia,ā Romano announced on his X account.
Duran embarks on a new chapter in Turkey
After spending a season alongside Cristiano at Al Nassr, Duran is set to continue his career in Turkey, a nation renowned for its passionate soccer culture. Joining the ranks of Fenerbahce, Duran steps into the shoes of another Colombian stalwart, Radamel Falcao, as he aims to make his mark in the league, as Falcao did with Galatasaray.
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This move marks the fifth team for Duran since beginning his professional journey in Colombia. Following a standout stint in the English Premier League with Aston Villa, the Colombian striker is eager to rejuvenate his career after an underwhelming period in Saudi Arabia.
Duranās performance in Saudi Arabia
While Duranās tenure with Al Nassr may not have fully met expectations, his goal-scoring prowess was evident. He found the net 12 times in 18 appearances across all competitions, though he did not register any assists. On the disciplinary front, Duran received four yellow cards and one red card during his time with the club.
