Portuguese Football Federation president breaks silence on misunderstanding between Cristiano Ronaldo and Jorge Jesus

Portuguese Federation president Pedro Proença has made his first comment since Cristiano Ronaldo left the Portugal national team camp last week. He claims a misunderstanding between the captain and coach Jorge Jesus led to the situation.

He confirmed that the 41-year-old still has a key role to play in the squad, and will be welcomed back when he is ready. He said: "Cristiano Ronaldo is the best player in history.

He has dedicated more than two decades to Portuguese football and is the ultimate symbol of Portuguese identity. His presence with the national team is well-deserved thanks to his exceptional sporting abilities, and this is undeniable.

He will always remain part of this group whenever he is fit and ready." Talking about the situation last week, Proença insisted that it was a misunderstanding, and he wants to resolve it soon. He added that they will do everything possible to ensure that the national team captain is back for the November matches against Denmark and Wales, and said: "What happened between him and Jorge Jesus was simply a misunderstanding that needs to be resolved internally.

Cristiano is part of the national team; he is our icon, and he captained the team in the first of the four matches. Cristiano Ronaldo is a Portuguese icon and an exceptional player.

He could have ended his career at the World Cup, but he didn't because of his love for his national team."

"I can attest to the bond he shares with the Portuguese people and our national team.

Now that the four matches are over, we have the time and calm to sit down together and resolve the misunderstanding. Cristiano is part of our legacy, and he will always be here whenever the coach wants him." Portugal won all their opening four matches of theUEFA Nations League this season, three without Ronaldo on the pitch - two of which were without him in the squad.

What happened between Cristiano Ronaldo and the Portugal coach? Cristiano Ronaldo played over an hour in the win over Wales, while he was named on the bench in the game against Norway.