Gianni Infantino has said that there are ongoing discussions to have Cristiano Ronaldo play at the Club World Cup this summer.
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Infantino speaks on Ronaldo's futureTells news on IShowSpeed YouTube showRonaldo future up in air amid exit rumoursFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱Getty Images SportWHAT HAPPENED?
Giving a bizarre interview on the IShowSpeed YouTube channel, Infantino was attempting to promote the Club World Cup being held in the United States this summer. The FIFA President was questioned by the Ronaldo-fanatic streamer about the prospect of the Portuguese forward playing in the tournament, which Infantino suggested could be possible. He added that there have been discussions already between clubs in the tournament and Ronaldo about a potential move.
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In the video, Infantino says: "Cristiano Ronaldo might play for one of the teams as well. There are discussions with some clubs. So, if any clubs is watching are interested in hiring Ronaldo for the Club World Cup, who knows. There are still a few weeks."
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This expanded version of Club World Cup has been Infantino's project for a number of years. The promotion of the tournament has had mixed success, however, and the tournament was only saved by a $1 billion deal struck with broadcaster DAZN to showcase the games. The appetite for the tournament still remains rather small, despite the presence of some of the world's biggest clubs and players, and Infantino is seeking to boost the hype before it kicks off next month – even jumping on Ronaldo exit rumours.