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Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. moves closer to Real Madrid senior squad after latest promotion
Arjun Pillai | May 27, 2026 3:14 PM CST

The 15-year-old forward has a major task ahead if he eventually signs for Los Blancos, as the expectations surrounding him are immense and could test his resolve.

However, Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. has already displayed a strong footballing pedigree, having impressed during his stint in Al-Nassr’s youth academy and earning a call-up to Portugal’s youth national team last year.

The young striker has previously been part of both Manchester United and Juventus academies during the time his father, Cristiano Ronaldo, played for those clubs.

Joining Real Madrid, though, would carry a deeper meaning given his father’s iconic legacy with the Spanish giants.

Cristiano Ronaldo remains Real Madrid’s all-time leading scorer, netting 450 goals in just 438 appearances. During his time at the Santiago Bernabéu, he guided the club to four Champions League titles, two La Liga crowns, and two Copa del Rey trophies.

While no one expects Ronaldo Jr. to replicate those staggering numbers, his development will undoubtedly attract close attention if he climbs through the ranks at the Madrid academy.

He also aspires to emulate his father’s longevity in the sport. Should he go on to play into his 40s, Ronaldo Jr. could still be featuring professionally by the year 2051.

For now, the teenager’s journey begins from the grassroots level, much like his father’s early days at Sporting CP, as he looks to establish himself within Real Madrid’s youth setup.

From FourFourTwo’s perspective, there’s no doubt that Ronaldo Jr. boasts genuine ability. However, questions remain about whether he would have received such an opportunity at Real Madrid if not for his father’s legendary status at the club. Time will tell how this young talent’s story unfolds.


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