Cristiano Ronaldo-led Al-Nassr could potentially be dealt a massive blow as Sadio Mane could leave the club in the summer transfer window. Turkish giants Besiktas have reportedly submitted an official offer to sign the Senegal international and are aiming to finalize the deal in the coming weeks.

Mane chose to leave Bayern Munich and sign for the Knights of Najd in the summer of 2023 on a three-year deal. The 33-year-old has established a lethal connection with Cristiano Ronaldo and his other teammates up front, consistently featuring on the scoresheet.

However, Al-Nassr are now facing a future without the former Liverpool superstar, as Besiktas are allegedly keen on signing Mane to bolster their status in Europe. Following two unsuccessful attempts to sign him over the past year, Turkish news outlet Sporx stated (via World Soccer Talk):

“Besiktas has made an official offer to sign Senegalese forward Sadio Mane from Al-Nassr during the summer transfer window, and the club is looking to negotiate with the player to finalise the deal in the coming period.”

Mane has excelled for the Saudi Pro League giants over the past three seasons, scoring 47 goals and providing 32 assists in 119 appearances across all competitions.

“I’ve never seen another player like him” – When Sadio Mane hailed Cristiano Ronaldo’s impact at Al-Nassr

Al-Nassr winger Sadio Mane once waxed lyrical about Cristiano Ronaldo’s impact at the club, crediting the Portugal ace for his fitness, work ethic, impact, and mentality. Mane also stated that he has yet to see any other footballer match Ronaldo’s professionalism, with the latter still going strong despite being at the age of 41.

After playing alongside Cristiano Ronaldo for over two years, Mane spoke with Manchester United icon Rio Ferdinand in November 2025 and said (via beIN Sports):

“He’s an example for any footballer. I’ve never seen another player like him. He works hard every single day, he wants to win always, even at 40. He’s a complete athlete. His impact is exceptional. His mentality and passion for football have no comparison.”

Cristiano Ronaldo has shown no signs of slowing down at Al-Nassr and has bagged 22 goals and four assists in 26 appearances across all competitions this season. He is currently sidelined due to a hamstring injury, but will be aiming to return for their upcoming fixture against Al-Najma on April 3.