Portugal coach signals possible Ronaldo return despite recent tension
Jorge Jesus says Cristiano Ronaldo could rejoin Portugal, describing their recent dispute as a simple misunderstanding that can be easily resolved.
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AIPortugal head coach Jorge Jesus has said that Cristiano Ronaldo could still return to the national team in the future, despite recent tensions between the two.
Jesus made the comments after Portugal’s 2-1 victory over Norway on Sunday, which secured their place in the UEFA Nations League quarterfinals in Ronaldo’s absence.
Speaking at a press conference, the veteran coach described the situation with Ronaldo as a "misunderstanding," emphasizing that the issue could be resolved easily and that the final decision rests with the star player himself.
Jesus added: "If, during the next international break, Ronaldo is performing well and wants to return to the national team, why not?" He stressed that their relationship remains friendly and professional, with no hard feelings between them.