Jorge Jesus speaks ahead of Denmark vs Portugal in the Nations League and insists there is “no case” with Cristiano Ronaldo. The Portugal boss explains that he had already agreed with Ronaldo that he would sit out the opening two games, admits he sent him to warm up too early against Norway, and responds firmly when asked about promising players minutes: “I can promise what I want. I’m the coach.”
Jesus also confirms Ronaldo did not refuse to train, explains that he completed gym and strength work at the hotel, and says the situation was already settled before FPF president Pedro Proença spoke with them.
On Denmark vs Portugal team news, Jesus expects three or four changes. Bruno Fernandes should return if training goes well, João Félix is managing a heavy muscle load, Francisco Conceição is out, and Gonçalo Ramos is expected to start ahead of Ronaldo if everything goes normally.
Jorge Jesus also discusses player “status”, the roles of Bruno Fernandes and Félix as inside midfielders, and Portugal’s limited time to work on attacking set pieces before the game at the Parken Stadium.
