Cristiano Ronaldo has left Portugal's national team training camp ahead of Thursday's UEFA Nations League match against Denmark in Copenhagen. The 41-year-old captain confirmed his departure on social media, saying he would explain the reasons "when the time is right."
The move came shortly after coach Jorge Jesus said Ronaldo would not be in Portugal's starting eleven for the match. Reports have raised questions about the forward's future with the national team, with some suggesting he may be considering retirement.
Ronaldo's Portugal departure follows team selection decision
Ronaldo's departure came after Jesus said he would not start against Denmark. Portugal are due to face Denmark in Copenhagen on Thursday in the UEFA Nations League.
The forward has not yet publicly explained why he left camp. In his social media message, he said he would reveal the reason at a later time.
Questions over Ronaldo's international future
Ronaldo's decision has prompted speculation about whether he will continue playing for Portugal. Some media reports have suggested he may be considering retirement, but no decision on his future has been confirmed in the information available.
