Cristiano Ronaldo's setback in Saudi Pro League continues with recent Al-Nassr training exit

Five time Ballon d’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo seems to be giving into his age, as he gets asked to leave Al-Nassr training by newly appointed coach Dinko Jelicic.

The Portuguese superstar announced his departure from Europe’s top leagues this year when he transferred to Al-Nassr. His decision, which was a foregone conclusion given his age, stunned the world. His relocation to the Middle East effectively ended his illustrious European career with Real Madrid.

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So far, Ronaldo‘s time in the Saudi Pro League has been full of ups and downs due to the controversy surrounding him. He was also recognized as February’s Player of the Month.

Muscle fatigue forced him to stop training recently, and it appears that old age is finally catching up with him. The new coach, Dinko Jelicic, decided to play it safe and have Ronaldo miss training with Al-Nassr.

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Al-Nasr coach Dinko removed legend Cristiano Ronaldo from training after feeling muscle fatigue

Muscle strain is keeping Cristiano Ronaldo out of training today, and he will undergo a physical program to ensure he can play on Monday.

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Ronaldo has always been held up as an example of peak physical condition. His extreme fitness at age 38 is likely a contributing factor to his continued success. He is a player known to give 100% on and off the pitch. But, it appears that old age is finally catching up with him, and the five time Ballon d’Or winner is nearing the end of his career.

With Monday’s match against Al-Khaleej fast approaching, the Riyadh club will need their star player to be 100 percent. But doubts have been cast over Cristiano’s participation in the match after he was injured in training recently.

As the season winds down, Al-Nassr finds itself in second place in the Saudi Pro League. They’re only three points behind the league-leading Al-Ittihad and hope to make up ground quickly.