Portugal have confirmed that Cristiano Ronaldo is suffering from tendinosis as they continue their preparations for the World Cup. The Real Madrid forward has been struggling with a muscle problem over the past fortnight and missed the 0-0 friendly draw with Greece at the weekend.
However a statement from the Portuguese FA on Wednesday revealed that the 29-year-old has also picked up “left-leg patellar tendinosis” and has been training separately to his team-mates in a bid to recuperate.
Ronaldo’s former Manchester United team-mate Nani has downplayed the concerns and is confident that the Ballon d’Or winner will be fit for Brazil.
“I don’t believe the situation with Ronaldo is worrying,” he said.
“He’s going well, and he is relaxed about it. Things are going the right way. We hope that Cristiano is in good enough shape to play and to help the team.”
Portugal face Mexico in their next warm-up match on Saturday and play Germany in their opening match in Group G on 16 June.
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Ronaldo’s former Manchester United team-mate Nani has downplayed the concerns and is confident that the Ballon d’Or winner will be fit for Brazil.
“I don’t believe the situation with Ronaldo is worrying,” he said.
“He’s going well, and he is relaxed about it. Things are going the right way. We hope that Cristiano is in good enough shape to play and to help the team.”
Portugal face Mexico in their next warm-up match on Saturday and play Germany in their opening match in Group G on 16 June.
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