RUDI Garcia has managed a selection of big clubs across Europe, but his first foray outside the continent could be about to end prematurely.
Here, we look at the Frenchman's career and what has been said about him.
Who is Al Nassr manager Rudi Garcia?
Rudi Garcia is a French football manager who is currently with Saudi Arabian team Al-Nassr.
He took over the team from Miguel Angel Russo in June 2022.
Garcia managed a number of teams around Europe before this, including giants Marseille, Lyon and Roma.
His most notable achievement in football came when he won the 2010/11 Ligue 1 title with Lille.
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He also won the Coupe De France, with players such as Eden Hazard, Yohan Cabaye and Gervinho at his disposal.
Garcia led Marseille to the 2018 UEFA Europa League final, their first European final since 2004, however, they lost 3-0 to Atletico Madrid in the showpiece.
Garcia then led Lyon to the semi-finals of the Champions League in 2020, beating Manchester City on the way.
Could Rudi Garcia be sacked?
According to reports, Garcia's job could be at risk after a poor run of form in April 2023.
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The team drew 0-0 with Al Feiha to fall further behind in the Saudi Pro League title race.
Reports claim that he has a poor relationship with the players, and the owners are not satisfied with the progress made during the season.
He told the Saudi Arabian press after the game: “The result is definitely bad and we are not happy.
“I don’t feel satisfied with the players’ performance. I asked them to play at the same level as the last game (in a 5-0 victory against Al-Adalah on April 4, 2023), but this didn’t happen.
“There are seven games left, we will try to recover, and we realise that it’s not easy after we lost two points, but everything is possible.”
What has Ronaldo said about Rudi Garcia?
Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly was at the centre of a dressing room row with Garcia, after being unhappy with his tactical approach in the 0-0 draw.
The reports claim that Ronaldo doesn't believe that Garcia is getting the most out of the team.
Ronaldo was visibly furious following the game, arguing with opposition players and throwing his arms around.
He then removed his captain's armband and walked down the tunnel without shaking hands with any opposition players.
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