‘His legacy will live on’ – Cristiano Ronaldo pays emotional tribute as scout who discovered him and Luis Figo dies

Published on April 08, 2025 at 01:41 PM

‘His legacy will live on’ – Cristiano Ronaldo pays emotional tribute as scout who discovered him and Luis Figo dies cover image

THE legendary scout who discovered Cristiano Ronaldo and Luis Figo has sadly passed away aged 77.

Aurélio Pereira, the former head of Sporting's recruitment department, died today, the Portuguese club have confirmed.

Cristiano Ronaldo with an older man.
Aurelio Pereira scouted a young Cristiano Ronaldo
Black and white photo of Aurelio Pereira (1947-2025).
Sporting Lisbon have confirmed his tragic death

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