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Al Nassr has undergone significant changes ahead of the 2025–26 season, its 50th consecutive year in Saudi Arabia’s top flight and 70th overall as a club[1]. The club is set to compete in the Saudi Pro League, King’s Cup, AFC Champions League Two, and the Super Cup[1].

One of the major off-season highlights is the arrival of new head coach Jorge Jesus on July 14, 2025, after the termination of Stefano Pioli’s contract. Significant squad moves include the signing of midfielder Abdulmalik Al-Jaber, Nader Al-Sharari on a free transfer, and the loan of Jhon Durán to Fenerbahçe. Key player Ali Lajami departed for rivals Al-Hilal[1].

Cristiano Ronaldo returned from vacation and rejoined Al Nassr’s preseason, which began in Saalfelden, Austria. The club was forced to cut the camp short due to persistent rain and canceled their scheduled friendly against Al Ahli. Only one friendly match remains on the Austrian tour, with Al Nassr facing French side Toulouse, where Ronaldo is expected to make his preseason debut before the team departs on August 2[2].

In the transfer market, Al Nassr continued to strengthen their squad by securing a high-profile deal for Portuguese forward João Félix from Chelsea. The reported transfer is valued at £43.7 million (€50 million) with potential add-ons, ending Felix’s time in European football with clubs like Benfica, Atlético Madrid, Chelsea, Barcelona, and AC Milan. His arrival alongside Cristiano Ronaldo is expected to further bolster Al Nassr’s ambitions under Jorge Jesus[3][4][6].

With a busy fixture schedule ahead, Al Nassr’s season will include the Super Cup semi-final against Al-Ittihad on August 19 in Hong Kong and the King’s Cup Round of 32 on September 21 against Jeddah[1].

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