As Cristiano Ronaldo Decides to Retire at Al Nassr, Lionel Messi Ditches Inter Miami to Retire at 119YO Club: Reports

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are approaching the end of their emphatic careers. Both soccer legends scored over 800 goals and shattered numerous records throughout the years. While Ronaldo has expressed his desire to play his final game in Al Nassr colors, Lionel Messi, as per reports, intends to return to his boyhood club after his departure from Inter Miami.

The Barcelona legend’s contract ends with the Herons in 2025. Messi has already left a mark on the South Beach side, with 10 goals in 11 games, and also guided them to their first piece of silverware in the Leagues Cup.

Which club will Lionel Messi finally hang on his boots?

La Pulga has joined Inter Miami for two and a half seasons in a deal worth $50 to $60 million per year, including sponsorship agreements with Apple and Adidas. However, Messi has chosen to conclude his career where it began. Reportedly, he is not in favor of extending his contract with the Herons. Forbes reported that the Argentine will join his boyhood club, Newell’s Old Boys, after the year 2025.

Messi departed from Newell’s academy at 13 years of age and underwent a successful trial with FC Barcelona. The Argentine broke countless records with the Blaugrana, before a short stop in Paris and then seamlessly adapting to life in the States.

In contrast, Cristiano Ronaldo has made a distinct decision regarding his retirement. CR7 has put a pause on all speculations, after opting to conclude his career at the Riyadh-based club whenever that happens.

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Ronaldo desires to retire at Al Nassr

Cristiano Ronaldo signed for Al Nassr in the previous transfer window following an unsuccessful second spell with Manchester United. The Portuguese has showcased his goal-scoring expertise and is currently the top-scorer in the league. Furthermore, reports claim that Ronnie has decided to conclude his illustrious career in Riyadh.

Al Alami will serve as the concluding chapter in Ronaldo’s exhilarating career, having played for four different clubs across continents. Many soccer enthusiasts speculated Ronnie might end his domestic career at his boyhood club Sporting CP. However, Ronaldo has no intentions to play his last matches with any European sides. Perhaps, Al Nassr’s plans align with the 5x Ballon d’Or winner, who has evidently formed a strong connection with the club already.

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