Talisca responds to Al-Nassr's president and reveals the shocking reasons for his departure

In a significant development within Al-Nassr, Brazilian star Anderson Talisca broke his silence to strongly respond to recent statements made by the club's president, Abdullah Al-Majed. This public exchange revealed a major rift between the player and the management, shedding light on the behind-the-scenes events of the Brazilian striker's recent time with the club.

The spark of the crisis: statements made on the "Thamania" podcast

The story began when Abdullah Al-Majed, president of Al-Nassr FC, appeared as a guest on the "Thamania" podcast a few days ago. During the interview, Al-Majed didn't hesitate to level clear technical criticism at Talisca, pointing out that the player, despite his considerable talent, was plagued by frequent injuries. The criticism wasn't limited to the medical aspect; it extended to the tactical side as well. Al-Majed asserted that Talisca's playing style no longer served the team's overall system, criticizing his weak defensive contributions and lack of pressure on the opponent, which created tactical gaps and problems for the team in crucial matches.

Talisca responds: "The club has become commercial."

The Brazilian maestro was quick to respond, using his official Instagram account to refute these accusations. Talisca launched a scathing attack on the club's new structure, describing it as having become more focused on the "commercial side" than the sporting side, and expressing his alienation by saying: "Honestly, I no longer belong here.".

Talisca pointed out that the management ignored his long history with the club, saying, "The numbers speak for themselves, and my relationship with the club is an integral part of its history. I am the fifth-highest scorer in Al-Nassr's history." He added bitterly that his high goal tally was the reason he was forced to leave because, as he sarcastically put it, it "was an obstacle for them," emphasizing that he was forced to request to leave and it was not a personal choice stemming from a desire to abandon the team.

The context of the transformation in Al-Nassr and Saudi football

To understand the depth of this crisis, one must consider the broader context of Al-Nassr's current situation. Talisca was among the first international stars to join the team during the transitional phase preceding its major transformation and the acquisition of names like Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mane. Talisca experienced the club's complete transformation firsthand and was a key player in its attack for several seasons.

With the significant development of the Saudi Professional League and the rise in technical and physical standards, the pressure has increased on clubs to balance star power with rigorous tactical performance. Talisca seems to have felt that the recognition he deserved as one of the "veterans" who carried the team through difficult times has faded in the face of the new administrative and commercial vision.

A digital legacy that cannot be ignored

Despite the bitter dispute, Talisca leaves behind a remarkable statistical legacy with Al-Nassr, having directly contributed to winning the King Salman Cup for Arab Clubs (Arab Cup). The numbers speak volumes about his impressive career:

• Number of goals: 77 goals.
• Direct contribution to the goals: 93 contributions (registration and production).
• Achievements: Winning the Arab Cup title.

These figures already place Talisca among the club's all-time top scorers, justifying his anger at what he described as "ingratitude" from the current management.