While Lionel Messi didn't want number 10 at PSG, Cristiano's controversy in Arabia

Cristiano Ronaldo revolutionized the Arab world with his incorporation into Al Nassr. The "Bug" has already been introduced to his new team and said that he is ready to debut in the next match. Now, the first controversy of the Portuguese in Saudi Arabia is revealed, while Lionel Messi did not have a problem with his number when he left FC Barcelona for PSG.

In August 2021, Lionel Messi surprisingly said goodbye to Barcelona and accepted PSG's proposal. When the news broke, it emerged that Neymar wanted to give up the number 10 to the top winner of the Ballon d'Or (7). However, the world champion refused and chose to wear the number 30, with which he became known in his first steps as a professional footballer.

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For his part, Cristiano already had his first controversy in Saudi Arabia. According to the "Arabnews" portal, the player Jaloliddin Masharipov refused to voluntarily give the number 7 to the Portuguese, who wore that shirt at Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus and the Portugal National Team. Given the situation, Al Nassr's element was pressured until they gave up the number to Cristiano Ronaldo.

What will happen to the player who refused to give Cristiano his number?

The Arab media revealed that the owner of Al Nassr is not satisfied with the decision made by Jaloliddin Masharipov and would fire him. However, the information is not yet confirmed. Cristiano Ronaldo came to Arab football in exchange for 200 million euros per season and a contract that binds him to the club until 2025.