Ronaldo may have the chance to face MU again

02/10/2025 12:17:00 ScoreStream

Manchester United is considering staging a mid-season friendly in Saudi Arabia to increase financial revenue amid current challenges.

MU is weighing the option of a mid-season friendly match in Saudi Arabia

The trip to the Middle East might serve as an opportunity for the "Red Devils" to reunite with Cristiano Ronaldo, who left Old Trafford under strained circumstances to join Al-Nassr in 2022. If this match happens, facing Ronaldo would surely be a highly lucrative option—something MU desperately needs.

According to British press, MU is currently conducting preliminary discussions with relevant parties to explore potential timeframes and suitable opponents. Among these, a reunion match with CR7 is considered the most profitable option.

Since they failed to qualify for any European competitions this season, the "Red Devils" have a lighter schedule, making it possible to arrange midweek friendly matches.

Ronaldo is currently playing for Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia.

The defeat to Tottenham in the Europa League final last May caused MU to lose a £100 million prize—a significant financial setback. Meanwhile, the enormous debt of about £750 million remains a heavy burden for billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who is striving to restructure the club.

Moreover, being knocked out early in the second round of the Carabao Cup by Grimsby Town has left the team's schedule more open, forcing the club to find innovative ways to sustain revenue.

Exclusive reports from SunSport indicate that MU has also targeted several other major clubs not participating in European cups this season, such as AC Milan, RB Leipzig, Lazio, and Sevilla, to arrange friendly matches.

Additionally, hosting the match in Saudi Arabia could offer a convenient opportunity to combine it with a winter training camp, which might interest coach Ruben Amorim.

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