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CRISTIANO RONALDO GIFTED CUSTOM WATCH WITH ICONIC CELEBRATION ON AS HE ATTENDS JACOB & CO LAUNCH

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Al Nassr star Cristiano Ronaldo was gifted a custom-made watch as he attended the Jacob & Co. boutique launch in Saudi Arabia.

Ronaldo moved to the Middle East after his second stint with Manchester United ended in disarray.


In January, Ronaldo confirmed his big-money move to Saudi Professional League side Al Nassr.

Last week, Ronaldo attended Jacob & Co.’s new launch in Riyadh, which celebrates iconic moments from the five-time Ballon d’Or winner’s illustrious career.

Ronaldo was gifted a custom-made watch worth an eye-watering £92,000.

The ‘Heart of CR7 Baguette’ is one of four new models, and the design includes Ronaldo’s famous ‘siu’ celebration on the back. It’s also covered with 26 baguette-cut diamonds on the frame.

Within the new collection, the "Flight of CR7 Baguette" is priced at £115,000 and includes Ronaldo’s iconic header for Real Madrid against United in the 2013 Champions League.


The other two watches in the collection are priced at £44,000 and £22,000, respectively.

Jacob & Co launched the new collection to celebrate the opening of their first boutique in Saudi Arabia.

Ronaldo was present at the opening as he is an ambassador of the brand.

Jacob & Co. founder, Jacob Arabo, said: "We are thrilled to open our flagship boutique in KSA and to bring our unique products and designs to the wonderful people of Saudi Arabia.

"We have always been inspired by the warmth, creativity and innovation of Saudi Arabia and are excited to be entering the Kingdom now and grow to become a part of, and contribute to, the kingdom's development.

"The Saudi people have a discerning eye for luxury and quality and as we open the doors to our first boutique in Riyadh, we are ready to deliver beyond expectations."

Ronaldo and Al Nassr will be back in Saudi Professional League action next Tuesday as they take on Al Taee.


Varane opens up on reasons behind his transfer from Real Madrid to Man United


Manchester United defender Raphael Varane has opened up on the reasoning behind his transfer from Real Madrid in the summer of 2021.

The four-time Champions League winner joined the Reds back in August 2021 and has been an integral part of Erik ten Hag's squad so far this season.

Prior to suffering his recent ankle injury, our no.19 spoke to the BT Sport cameras at Carrington for a special episode of their 'What I Wore' series.

When talking through the standout shirts from his illustrious career so far, the centre-back opens up about the reasoning behind his move to United.

“It was a great moment,” said Rapha, when asked about his move to M16.

“It's a huge club with some of the best fans in the world and the history of the club is something special.

“Everything [about the club], the spirit, the philosophy, the passion around the club, it is something very special and different.”

Rapha has impressed throughout his 30 appearances under Ten Hag this season and contributed to our defence keeping 15 clean sheets in the Premier League.

Speaking further on the honour he feels whilst representing the Reds, the Frenchman explains how he feels when wearing our current home shirt.

“I like this one because it's a bit old school! I like the collar,” replied Rapha, when quizzed which of the United shirts he has worn was his favourite.

“When I wear it, I feel I have to give 100 per cent of myself and everything on the pitch. I can't give up and when I wear the shirt I feel that mentality.”

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