Cristiano Ronaldo shifted his allegiance to Al Nassr in the 2022 winter transfer window. Since then, Ronaldo has been prolific for the Saudi club, cementing his world-class status with an AFC Champions League winners medal in his first season. However, When the club proposed a contract extension, it was rejected by the Portuguese. Now, a popular journalist has shed light on what Ronaldo plans to do in the future.
The striker’s global status has attracted millions of fans to the club. A club we’ve rarely heard of before has now turned into a favorite for many, all because of Ronaldo’s influence. However, as of now, the Saudi club has failed to extend its journey with the soccer star.
Cristiano Ronaldo has plans of his own
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It will be a huge blow to the Knights of Najd if Ronaldo decides to run down his contract. The soccer star’s current deal runs until 2026 and there’s still time to pursue the Al Nassr captain to extend his stay in Riyadh.
A journalist took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to share the news about Ronaldo’s possible future. In the post, the reporter said, “Cristiano Ronaldo wants to continue with the Saudi club even after his retirement from football. Cristiano believes that victory (Al Nassr) changed his life and became his home, his family, his residence, and an integral part of his life, and it is difficult to leave this club.”
مؤكد جداً :
كريستيانو رونالدو يُريد أن يستمر مع نادي #النصر السعودي حتى بعد اعتزاله لكُرة القدم "كريستيانو يرى بأن النصر غير حياته وأصبح بيته وعائلته ومسكنه وجزء لا يتجزأ من حياته ومن الصعب مُغادرة هذا النادي" pic.twitter.com/e0KTjYEvYv
— علي الحربي (@alharbi_44) October 30, 2023
Cristiano Ronaldo has largely been appreciated by fans of the SPL. He was recently announced as the ambassador for the Riyadh Season, an honor not given to many. He also made his presence at the opening of the Riyadh Season as he watched his friend, Franck Ngannou take on Tyson Fury. On the international front, however, Ronaldo plans to have one last shot at the World Cup glory. A dream he has been nurturing since the early days of his career. 38 already, how viable are his plans?
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Ronaldo eyes World Cup glory
Ronaldo’s adaptability and tactical intelligence have evolved over the years. His playing style has changed, relying less on athleticism and more on intellect. By 2027, Cristiano Ronaldo will be close to 42. The upcoming edition of the tournament presents his final shot at World Cup glory, adding more pressure to perform and be at his best fitness levels.
With Portugal boasting a wealth of attacking talent, including players like Bernardo Silva and Bruno Fernandes, the competition for a place in the starting lineup has intensified. Portugal’s preferred attack lineup includes Ronaldo, Rafael Leao, and Goncalo Ramos, potentially necessitating Ronaldo to embrace a wing or second striker role. Additionally, the good form of Diogo Jota and Joao Felix further complicates his path to securing a spot in the squad’s starting 11.
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