Vitinha hopes for Ronaldo's return to the national team
PSG midfielder Vitinha has said he hopes Cristiano Ronaldo will return to the Portuguese national team, following his team's victory at Manchester City. Ronaldo's sister, Kátia Aveiro, considers this return unlikely.
Vitinha has expressed his desire to see Cristiano Ronaldo back in the Portugal national team. According to several Portuguese media outlets, the PSG player spoke in the mixed zone after his club's victory over Manchester City (2-4). He notably stated, as reported by Bola na Rede: "The truth is that we all want him to come back." According to zerozero, he added: "I hope he returns and that everything gets resolved."
An appeal after the win in Manchester
Vitinha, aged 26 and with 47 caps and 1 goal, scored during the match. He took the opportunity to discuss Cristiano Ronaldo's situation, who is embroiled in controversy after a disagreement with coach Jorge Jesus, as reported by Bola na Rede. The PSG player hopes that this dispute will be settled and that the 41-year-old striker, with 234 caps and 146 goals, can return to the national team.
Ronaldo's sister plays it down
Meanwhile, Kátia Aveiro, Cristiano Ronaldo's sister, has commented on this possible return. According to A Bola and Maisfutebol, she said it was "more no than yes." She explained that the situation has been at a standstill since the disagreement with Jorge Jesus, as detailed by Bola na Rede. Her remarks, reported by several media outlets, contrast with the optimism shown by Vitinha.
An uncertain outcome
Vitinha's and Kátia Aveiro's statements come as Cristiano Ronaldo's future with the national team remains unclear. No official decision has been announced. Portugal's upcoming gatherings could bring clarity, but nothing is confirmed at this stage.
