A report from an outlet in Spain claims Real Madrid has decided against re-signing Ronaldo, with head coach Alvaro Arbeloa having blocked his return. The same report explains that Ronaldo feels competitive, scores goals regularly, and believes he can still contribute to European football, offering to return to Real Madrid in a secondary role without making sporting demands. However, the club reportedly has a different view. The report adds that Alvaro Arbeloa communicated to the sporting director that Cristiano Ronaldo’s return would pose an unnecessary internal risk. It is also reported that there is a belief in the dressing room that his presence would create tension, even if he were to accept a substitute role.

Cristiano Ronaldo, who recently extended his contract with Al-Nassr until 2027, has reportedly requested a transfer to his former club Real Madrid. This request was made despite Ronaldo's lucrative contract extension with Al-Nassr, which included significant financial compensation and increased influence over the club's sporting decisions.

Cristiano Ronaldo could be on his way back to Real Madrid soon if a group of fans get their way. Real Madrid fans have been holding vigils outside the club's training ground and have put a message outside the club’s training centre that states: “Florentino, bring back Cristiano!” Ronaldo is set to be a free agent from 30 June, when his Al-Nassr contract expires, and is seeking a new adventure. Florentino Perez, the Real Madrid president, has not commented on the matter.

There are rumors about Cristiano Ronaldo potentially returning to Real Madrid this summer to participate in the first edition of the Club World Cup. However, despite these speculations, the availability of several key players at Real Madrid could restrict his chances. Al-Nassr, Ronaldo's current team, did not qualify for the tournament, which has intensified discussions about his possible exit from the Saudi Pro League. The summer transfer window has been moved up to allow for new signings before the Club World Cup, thereby increasing the possibility of Ronaldo joining a club that is part of the competition. Nonetheless, with players such as Vinicius Junior, Rodrygo, Endrick, Arda Guler, Brahim Diaz, and Kylian Mbappe already in the lineup, Ronaldo's potential return to Real Madrid is still uncertain.