Cristiano Ronaldo and three Premier League players have left the Portugal camp ahead of their clash against Croatia.
Portugal, the 2016 Euro champions, secured the top spot in their UEFA Nations League group with an emphatic 5-1 win over Poland on Friday. Ronaldo scored twice, with Bruno Fernandes also adding his name to the scoresheet.
With Monday’s match now a dead rubber, manager Roberto Martinez has opted to release four key players: Ronaldo, Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, and Pedro Neto. Martinez explained the decision as an opportunity to test new players and provide valuable exposure to younger talents.
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This news will come as a boost for their club sides — Manchester City, Chelsea, Manchester United, and Al-Nassr — who will welcome their star performers back earlier than expected.