Lisbon, July 8 -- Portugal were left heartbroken after another premature FIFA World Cup exit, losing to Spain 1-0 in the round of 16 courtesy of a late winner from Mikel Merino, which also shattered the hopes of 41-year-old icon Cristiano Ronaldo, playing his last WC, to lift the trophy ever.

Following the World Cup exit, manager Roberto Martinez announced his exit after taking over the team in 2023, emphasising the need to have a "new voice, a new leader".

As per Reuters, it is being reported in Portugal's local media that Jorge Jesus, 71, who coached Cristiano at Al Nassr last season during the Saudi Pro League, is set to be the new manager.

Jesus is one of the most influential figures in Portuguese football, with managing stints at ...