Cristiano Ronaldo leaves Saudi Arabia for Spain amid Middle East conflict
Al-Nassr forward Cristiano Ronaldo has relocated his family from Saudi Arabia to Madrid amid escalating conflict in the Middle East and to undergo rehabilitation for a hamstring injury.
The Portuguese icon departed Riyadh aboard a private jet on 3 March alongside his fiancé, Georgina Rodriguez, and their five children.
They are currently residing in their Madrid mansion situated in the exclusive La Finca neighbourhood.
The departure coincided with the children’s spring school holidays, which were reportedly brought forward because of the ongoing regional crisis.
Focus on fitness and recovery
While safety concerns prompted the family’s relocation, the move also facilitates specialised medical treatment for the five-time Ballon d’Or winner.
The veteran attacker sustained a hamstring injury during a Saudi Pro League match against Al-Fayha in late February.
To prioritise his physical fitness, the former Real Madrid star is working with a personal physiotherapist in the Spanish capital.
“Cristiano’s injury is more serious than we first thought. He will travel to Spain to receive treatment with a personal therapist, as many players do.”
Al-Nassr’s manager added that the club hopes the forward will return soon to assist the team.
Uncertain return to Riyadh
It remains unclear when Rodriguez and the children will travel back to the Saudi capital.
Spanish media reports suggest the family’s return date is not currently dictated by the traditional school calendar.
Rodriguez is also fulfilling professional commitments at Madrid Fashion Week during their extended stay.
Meanwhile, the legendary goalscorer is racing against time to achieve full fitness ahead of the upcoming 2026 World Cup.
The tournament is widely expected to be his final opportunity to represent his nation on the global stage before calling time on his career.
