Merih Demiral: "Cristiano is an amazing example guy"

Demiral praised Ronaldo's professionalism and revealed they messaged before his Saudi move, with Ronaldo encouraging him to join.

Merih Demiral has spoken glowingly about Cristiano Ronaldo, describing him as an amazing example of professionalism. The defender revealed that he and Ronaldo regularly message each other and that before moving to Saudi Arabia, Ronaldo encouraged him to make the switch. Demiral said Ronaldo told him the people in Saudi Arabia are very welcoming and that the move would be a good decision. Demiral expressed admiration for how Ronaldo continues to perform at a high level despite his age.