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Jorge Jesus discusses Cristiano Ronaldo's potential return to Portugal

5 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 10:12 PM

Last updated Oct 4, 2026

Jorge Jesus discusses Cristiano Ronaldo's potential return to Portugal

Summary

Jorge Jesus, following Portugal's victory over Norway on October 4, indicated that Cristiano Ronaldo has the option to rejoin the national team. The coach stated that Ronaldo, now 41, can come back whenever he wishes and emphasized that the decision rests with the player. After a misunderstanding led Ronaldo to leave the national team's training camp, Jesus expressed confidence that the issue can be resolved. Portugal has secured a spot in the Nations League knockout stage and will play Denmark on November 14 and Wales on November 17.

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Status Watch

•Jorge Jesus assures Ronaldo can return to the national team.
•Ronaldo's future participation depends on his willingness to play.
•Misunderstanding prompted Ronaldo's departure from training camp.
•Portugal faces Denmark and Wales in November's international window.
•Portugal is already through to the Nations League knockout stage.

Latest Updates

10:12 PMYahoo Sports — Portugal boss says door open for Ronaldo return
10:10 PMBBC Sport — Portugal boss says door open for Ronaldo return
9:57 PMYahoo Sports — Jorge Jesus opens door to CR7 return: Come back whenever you want
9:49 PMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Cris must decide: Portugal boss opens the door for Ronaldo

What they're saying

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There is still a future for Cristiano Ronaldo with the Portugal national team.That assurance came from Jorge Jesus during a press conference after this Sunday’s (4) win over Norway.The coach made it...
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Jorge Jesus has clearly opened the door to Cristiano Ronaldo’s return to the national team. After Portugal’s 2-1 win over Norway, the head coach spoke openly about the captain’s future and assur...
— Yahoo Sports