38 YO Cristiano Ronaldo Not Ready for Retirement, Al Nassr & Portugal Compatriot Otavio Reveals

Cristiano Ronaldo is a symbol of vintage glory still being relevant in the soccer world. The Portuguese superstar defies the conventional notions of age and retirement, running through the soccer longevity marathon with resolute determination. Joining the chorus of voices urging CR7 to continue playing the beautiful game is Otavio, CR7’s peer at Al Nassr and the Portuguese national team claiming, ‘you can never choose the day you stop‘.

While Cristiano Ronaldo is adamant about achieving glory with his domestic side, eyes are on the prize surrounding his international career as well, most likely on the upcoming 2024 Euros.

Otavio claims Cristiano Ronaldo ‘is not thinking’ about retirement 

Al Nassr’s star midfielder, Otavio, recently opened up about Cristiano Ronaldo’s retirement plans when asked if the Portugal squad thinks that Euro 2024 could be the last great event for Ronaldo and Pepe. Interestingly, he replied, “Cris always jokes that it’s time to relax, but I’ve already told him you’re going to have a great European Championship and you’re already thinking about the World Cup. In football, you can never choose the day you stop or the day we move here or there.”

Otavio insists that if Cristiano Ronaldo continues to play at the same level, where he’s scoring 50 goals each year, then the veteran ‘will want to continue’ even at 45, ‘if his body can handle it.’ The former Porto man added, “He is not thinking about this matter. Cristiano is thinking about ending the season in a great way with Al Nassr to reach the European Championship well, present a wonderful event, and, God willing, win the title.” Optimism surrounds even Ronaldo’s teammate, as Otavio boldly claims the 38-year-old is still there for the long haul. Notably, the president of the Portugal national team also earlier hinted at CR7’s international future.

Fernando Gomez claims CR7 will stay until his term ends!

President Fernando Gomez has recently provided a huge insight into Cristiano Ronaldo’s career plan. He said, “The only thing I have for sure at the moment is that Cristiano will not leave Portugal until after I leave office. In fact, if he continues with the strength and ambition he has shown, I imagine he will continue for many more years.” 

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His term will expire on June 30, 2024, and the dates of the UEFA competition are set for June 14, 2024, to July 14, 2024. This makes it evident that Ronaldo will play for Os Navegadores through the European Championship at the very least. Subsequently, he may publicly clarify his future after the Euros. Even the tournament’s overall consequences could also influence his ultimate decision.

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