Jorge Jesus was announced as the new Portugal coach on Friday, which could have implications for Cristiano Ronaldo's international future.
The 41-year-old said he would take time to mull whether he will continue to play for Portugal after the World Cup last-16 exit to Spain on Monday. Jesus was his coach at Al-Nassr when the pair won the Saudi League last season.
"Today a new journey begins. Welcome to the national team, Mr Jorge Jesus," the Portuguese football **** ociation wrote on social media.
Portuguese media had long reported that Jesus would succeed Roberto Martinez, who left following the Spain defeat.
According to the reports, the 71-year-old is signing a contract until 2030 when Portugal co-hosts the next World Cup.
The 41-year-old said he would take time to mull whether he will continue to play for Portugal after the World Cup last-16 exit to Spain on Monday. Jesus was his coach at Al-Nassr when the pair won the Saudi League last season.
"Today a new journey begins. Welcome to the national team, Mr Jorge Jesus," the Portuguese football **** ociation wrote on social media.
Portuguese media had long reported that Jesus would succeed Roberto Martinez, who left following the Spain defeat.
According to the reports, the 71-year-old is signing a contract until 2030 when Portugal co-hosts the next World Cup.
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