Al-Nassr signs Portuguese midfielder Samu Costa to join Cristiano Ronaldo in Saudi Pro League

Al-Nassr have secured their first summer signing, bringing in Portugal international Samu Costa for a reported €9 million. The 25-year-old defensive midfielder, who previously played for Almeria and Real Mallorca, will join Cristiano Ronaldo at the club as they aim to retain the Saudi Pro League title. Costa replaces Marcelo Brozovic, who departed as a free agent earlier this summer. The signing became possible after Al-Nassr resolved recent financial issues that had hindered their transfer activity. The announcement was made on Al-Nassr’s official X page, featuring Costa dressed as a knight.

For Nigerian football fans, this move highlights the growing star power in the Saudi Pro League, which continues to attract global talents like Ronaldo. Increased visibility of such leagues may influence where fans choose to watch matches and could inspire aspirations among local players eyeing opportunities abroad.

Will this high-profile signing boost your interest in following the Saudi Pro League, or do you prefer to focus on domestic Nigerian leagues and international European competitions?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/10/transfer-costa-joins-cristiano-ronaldo-at-al-nassr/