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Cristiano Ronaldo Jr., the son of legendary footballer Cristiano Ronaldo, is already making headlines across Europe after his impressive debut for Portugal’s U-15 national team. The 14-year-old forward recently featured in a 4-1 victory over Japan during the Vlatko Markovic tournament in Croatia, marking a significant milestone in his budding career. His performance, wearing the iconic No. 7 shirt like his father, reportedly caught the attention of scouts from several top European clubs. Manchester United, where Ronaldo Jr. previously spent time in their academy, sent representatives to monitor his progress closely.
Interest in the young talent doesn’t stop there. According to reports, scouts from Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur, as well as Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, and RB Leipzig, were also in attendance. Italian powerhouse Juventus, another of Cristiano Ronaldo’s former clubs, are believed to be monitoring the youngster as well. Clubs appear eager to secure the next big star, as the teenager continues to impress both at international and club level.
Ronaldo’s mother Maria Dolores watches her grandson proudly from stands during U-15 debut
Ronaldo Jr.’s strong debut for Portugal U-15s follows a string of standout performances for Al-Nassr’s youth academy, where he currently plays. Earlier this year, he made headlines by scoring 10 goals in a single game against Al-Ittihad and another 7-goal performance in a 7-0 rout over Al-Hilal. Over the course of the 2024–25 season, he has recorded an incredible 56 goals and 15 assists in just 27 appearances, underlining his natural scoring instinct and ability to influence matches.
Cristiano Ronaldo himself expressed pride in his son’s debut for Portugal, taking to social media to celebrate the moment. His mother, Maria Dolores, was also present at the match, adding to the emotional significance of the occasion. Ronaldo Jr.'s development has clearly been influenced by the high standards set in the Ronaldo household, and his recent performances suggest, he may be capable of building his own legacy.
