Cristiano Ronaldo could make his Portugal return as early as November after Jorge Jesus confirmed he can be called up again if he wants to come back.

Ronaldo’s Possible Portugal Return Date Revealed After Jorge Jesus Opens the Door

Cristiano Ronaldo could return to the Portugal national team as early as November after Jorge Jesus publicly opened the door for his comeback.

Ronaldo’s international future has been uncertain since he dramatically left the Portugal camp following growing tension around his role in the team.

But Jesus has now given the clearest indication yet that the legendary forward could be involved again very soon.

The Portugal coach confirmed Ronaldo could be considered for the next squad if he is still playing regularly for Al Nassr and wants to return.

Jesus opens door for Ronaldo comeback

Speaking after Portugal’s latest Nations League match, Jesus was asked directly about Ronaldo’s future.

The coach made clear that the door remains open.

He said:

“For me, Cris, in the next call-up, if he’s playing at Al-Nassr, he’ll be a player who can be called up.”

Jesus then added:

“If he wants to, he’ll return to the national team.”

Those comments suggest Ronaldo could be back in the squad at the very next international break.

November becomes the key date

Portugal’s next international matches are scheduled for November.

They will face Denmark before travelling to play Wales in the Nations League.

That means Ronaldo’s earliest realistic return could come during that international window.

If selected, he could make his comeback against Denmark or Wales.

However, nothing has been officially confirmed yet.

Final decision belongs to Ronaldo

Jesus made one point very clear.

The decision does not depend only on the coach.

Ronaldo himself must decide whether he wants to return.

Jesus said the Portugal captain should be allowed to finish his international career in the way he chooses.

The coach also repeated that he still values Ronaldo’s presence around the squad.

Jesus still believes Portugal need Ronaldo

Despite the recent controversy, Jesus has continued to speak positively about Ronaldo’s importance.

He revealed that when he first took charge of Portugal, one of his messages to the striker was simple:

“I need you.”

Jesus believes Ronaldo can still have an important role even if he is not guaranteed to start every match.

That appears to be one of the main issues both sides will need to resolve before a comeback can happen.

FPF also wants to repair relationship

The Portuguese Football Federation has also moved to calm the situation.

FPF president Pedro Proença described the recent crisis as a misunderstanding.

He has made clear that Ronaldo remains an important player for Portugal.

The federation appears determined to rebuild the relationship between Ronaldo and Jesus before the next squad is announced.

Ronaldo has not retired from international football

One important fact remains unchanged.

Ronaldo has not officially announced his retirement from Portugal.

After leaving the squad, he promised that supporters would eventually hear the “truth” about what happened.

But he has not said that his international career is over.

That leaves the possibility of a return completely open.

Portugal have continued winning without Ronaldo

Portugal have produced strong results since Ronaldo left the camp.

They beat Denmark 4-2 and continued their positive Nations League campaign.

The team’s performances have created debate about whether Jesus should continue building without Ronaldo.

But the coach’s latest comments show that he is not ready to close the door on the country’s record goalscorer.

Could Ronaldo return in November?

At the moment, November is the most realistic date.

Portugal’s matches against Denmark and Wales provide the first opportunity for Ronaldo to return to the squad.

Before that happens, Jesus has suggested there could be another private conversation between the two men.

That meeting could play a major role in deciding whether Ronaldo returns immediately or stays away for longer.

A second possibility: Ronaldo returns in 2027

There is also another scenario being discussed.

Some Portuguese journalists believe Ronaldo could stay away until 2027 before returning for a final chapter with the national team.

That possibility has been linked to his desire to reach 1,000 career goals and potentially enjoy a proper farewell with Portugal.

However, this remains speculation and has not been confirmed by Ronaldo, Jesus or the FPF.

Ronaldo’s 1,000-goal target could influence decision

Ronaldo is also still chasing one of the biggest milestones of his career.

He is currently closing in on 1,000 official goals.

The legendary forward has previously admitted it would be special if goal number 1,000 came while wearing the Portugal shirt.

That gives him another major reason to consider returning to the national team.

All eyes on the next Portugal squad

For now, nothing is official.

Ronaldo has not confirmed his comeback and Jesus has not guaranteed his place.

But the situation has changed significantly compared with only a few days ago.

The Portugal coach and federation are both publicly leaving the door open, and the next international break in November now looks like the first realistic opportunity for Ronaldo to return.

The biggest question is no longer whether Portugal would accept Ronaldo back.

It is whether Ronaldo himself wants to walk through the open door.