Cristiano Ronaldo is drawing closer to a return to the Portugal national team for the November international window, after Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) President Pedro Proença confirmed a collective desire to resolve the crisis and bring back the team captain.
Ronaldo had left Portugal’s camp on September 30 after remaining an unused substitute during their victory over Norway, subsequently speaking out about a breakdown in trust between himself and manager Jorge Jesus. The national team captain later issued an apology and expressed readiness to accept a punishment and rejoin the squad.
The FPF President told the media: “Everyone, without exception, wants us to be together again in November.”
He added: “We are all sitting at the table, and there is a great desire to get our captain back. We are working to achieve this because the will is collective.”
Proença affirmed that Ronaldo is likewise keen on a comeback, stating: “Cristiano wants to return as well. We are talking about the best player in history, and he is with the national team on sporting merit.”
The Disciplinary Board, an independent body separate from the federation’s management, remains responsible for determining any potential sanction regarding the open case against Ronaldo. Proença clarified that the federation is preparing for the upcoming camp with the hope of having all players available, provided sporting readiness is met and the disciplinary situation is resolved.
Portugal are set to host Denmark on November 14 before traveling to face Wales away on November 17 in the UEFA Nations League—a window the federation hopes will mark the end of the crisis and Ronaldo’s return to wearing the captain’s armband.
