John Textor has reportedly offered Cristiano Ronaldo a stake in Crystal Palace in an attempt to lure him to Botafogo for the Club World Cup.
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According to R7 journalist Jorge Nicola, Palace majority owner Textor has offered Ronaldo a percentage of the shares in his Eagle Football group – which controls Botafogo, Lyon, RWD Molenbeek, and FC Florida – and a significant percentage of 2025 FA Cup winners Palace. Botafogo are in this summer's Club World Cup, and if the 40-year-old signs for them, he could play in the competition.
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Ronaldo shocked the footballing world when he hinted that his "chapter" at Al-Nassr was over. A host of clubs are now clamoring for his signature, and though it is not certain where the Portugal international will head next, he has no intention to retire just yet.
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Textor's strategy has been tried before. For example, Al-Nassr reportedly tried to extend Ronaldo's contract, which expires at the end of June, by offering him a five per cent stake in the Saudi Pro League team, along with a bumper salary increase.
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Before Ronaldo can play for another club side, the veteran will be preparing for Portugal's Nations League semi-final against Germany on June 4 – with the final against Spain or France taking place four days later.
