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MLS Rumors- Two Clubs Frontrunners to Sign Cristiano Ronaldo Amid Al Nassr Fallout

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Emmanuel Mendez | Last updated Feb 4, 2026 9:05 AM ET

With reports from Saudi Arabia suggesting Cristiano Ronaldo is being frustrated with the club management of Al Nassr, rumors have sparked that the Portuguese striker could consider leaving the club and the Saudi Pro League.

Ronaldo has a contract with Al Nassr until the summer of 2027, after the Portuguese star signed a new contract last summer.

Despite his contract running until the summer of 2027, reports from Mail Sport suggest that Ronaldo could consider leaving the Saudi Pro League for a potential return to Europe or explore options in the MLS.

The MLS has brought high-profile stars in the past, with Lionel Messi being arguably the biggest signing in the league's history as Inter Miami signed the Argentine star in 2023 on a free transfer.

Rumors are suggesting that three top MLS teams are looking into potentially bringing Cristiano Ronaldo this year after the Portuguese star is reportedly upset about the Saudi Public Investment Fund's management of clubs like Al Nassr in comparison to Al Hilal.

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - JANUARY 12: Cristiano Ronaldo of Al-Nassr looks on prior to the Saudi Pro League match between Al Hilal and Al Nassr at Kingdom Arena on January 12, 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images

MLS teams Interested in Cristiano Ronaldo

Record Portugal reports that Ronaldo could consider leaving Al Nassr in June 2026, which would allow MLS clubs to plan bringing in the Portuguese star mid-season.

LAFC and Inter Miami are rumored to be the frontrunners among MLS teams that plan on signing Cristiano Ronaldo in case the striker decides to leave Al Nassr.

WhoScored reports that the LA Galaxy is also interested in bringing Ronaldo into the team if he leaves the Saudi Pro League.

Most fans would like to see Ronaldo join Inter Miami so the Portuguese star can become teammates with Lionel Messi. The issue with this transfer is that Inter Miami has occupied their three Designated Player slots: Lionel Messi, Rodrigo De Paul, and German Berterame.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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