- All-time great moved to Middle East in 2023
- Has a contract through to 2025
- Still breaking records at 39 years of age
WHAT HAPPENED?
The Portuguese superstar did sign a contract through to the summer of 2025 when completing his stunning move to the Middle East early in 2023 – following his dramatic release by Premier League giants Manchester United. There has been talk of that deal being extended.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
There have, however, also been rumours of Ronaldo taking on another challenge elsewhere in the latter stages of his remarkable career – with the five-time Ballon d’Or winner now 39 years of age. He did, however, show no sign of slowing down in 2023-24 as he registered 50 goals across all competitions.
WHAT CEO SAID
Ronaldo broke the single season goal record in the Saudi Pro League, with 35 efforts to his name, and has become the first man to claim Golden Boots in four different countries. With that pedigree in mind, Al-Nassr CEO Guido Fienga has told reporters when quizzed on the future of CR7: “Cristiano Ronaldo’s blood turned yellow. Of course he will continue at Al-Nassr next season.”
WHAT NEXT FOR RONALDO?
Ronaldo missed out on major silverware in the campaign just gone, as he finished the season in tears at the end of a gut-wrenching penalty shootout defeat to Al-Hilal in the Kings Cup of Champions final. It would, however, appear that he will be back for more in 2024-25.
