An Al Nassr star has shed light on rumours that Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo receives special privileges from the club that his teammates aren't granted.
The 38-year-old joined the Saudi Pro League side at the end of December 2022 in a blockbuster move following an acrimonious departure from Manchester United.
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The transfer made big headlines, largely due to the sheer size of the striker's contract, which is reported to be worth a jaw-dropping £177 million (R3.8 billion) a year, making him the highest-paid footballer in the game.
It is believed his deal not only includes the unprecedent salary, but also has a number of added benefits, with it being understood that officials from the country have made an exception for Ronaldo to live with his partner Georgina Rodríguez despite state laws prohibiting unmarried couples from staying together.
With there being speculation that the Real Madrid legend is getting some serious privileges over others at the Riyadh-based club, including being provided a luxury apartment in the opulent Kingdom Tower to live in, Al Nassr star Jaloliddin Masharipov has dismissed those suggestions, claiming the five-time Ballon d'Or winner is treated just like the rest of his new teammates.
"Cristiano is currently staying in one of the best hotels, probably moving into one of the best villas soon," he said, according to the Daily Express.
"The same opportunity was provided for other players of the team.
"Someone prefers to stay in a hotel while others choose one of the houses around the stadium.
"The club creates the necessary conditions for all its players."
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On Thursday night, the veteran marksman stunned many when he netted four goals against Al Wehda, a feat that saw him breach the 500-league-goal mark in his career (503 overall).
He now has five strikes in four official appearances for Al Nassr.
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