Cristiano Ronaldo is on the verge of finalizing a new contract with Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr, according to reports. The 40-year-old captain of the Portugal national team was initially set to see his contract expire at the end of June, but indications suggest that a two-year extension is near completion.
Speculation about Ronaldo’s future arose when he posted on social media that “the chapter is over” following Al-Nassr’s last match of the Saudi Pro League season. However, FIFA president Gianni Infantino hinted at the possibility of him joining a team participating in the upcoming Club World Cup. Ronaldo revealed that he declined offers from teams involved in that competition.
Having recently helped Portugal secure victory in the UEFA Nations League, Ronaldo appears to have made the decision to stay in Saudi Arabia and is contemplating sports investments within the country. The star striker joined Al-Nassr in 2023 after leaving Manchester United, where he quickly made an impact by scoring 99 goals in 111 appearances, including 35 goals in his last season with the club, earning him the Golden Boot award for the league’s top scorer.
In a related development, Al-Nassr has parted ways with Italian manager Stefano Pioli after a brief tenure of less than a year. Pioli guided the team to a third-place finish in the Saudi Pro League, falling short of the title by 13 points to rivals Al-Ittihad. Following this announcement, Ronaldo expressed gratitude on social media for Pioli’s contributions.
This ongoing chapter in Ronaldo’s career not only reflects his personal achievements but also highlights the growing competitiveness of clubs in the Saudi Pro League. As he remains a pivotal figure in the league, fans can look forward to seeing what new milestones he will achieve in the seasons to come. With the potential for both his continued playing career and involvement in sports investments, there lies a promising future for the footballing icon in Saudi Arabia.
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