“We Signed a Contract.. Not Only as a Player” – Amid Saudi Arabia Tourism Boost, Al Nassr Boss Details Cristiano Ronaldo’s Contract

Although there are various rumors of Cristiano Ronaldo wanting to leave Al Nassr, he stays put at the club. The Portuguese sensation is vital for the club’s chances of winning matches. He shocked the world in January by leaving Manchester United and signing for the Saudi Arabian soccer club.

Imagine you get a contract of $250 million for two years. As you near the end of your career, it’s natural to consider the possibilities. Thus, this made him sign for the club. According to Al Nassr’s president, Musalli Al Muammar, the enormous salary isn’t the only reason he signed.

In a recent interview, Al Muammar revealed the other finer details in the contract that have helped the country to boost its tourism. The tourism industry in Saudi Arabia is booming, and Ronaldo assisted the country with his presence. 

Al Nassr president details finer contract details of Cristiano Ronaldo

The president talked about the benefits of signing Ronaldo and the vice-versa effect it had on the country’s tourism industry. Al Muammar mentioned, “We signed a contract with Cristiano Ronaldo not only as a player but also got his own commercial rights, which will be activated after the end of the current season and will have an impact on the tourism side and others.” The commercial revenue by using only the player’s brand value is staggering. Therefore, Ronaldo’s playing career is far from over.  

Effect of Ronaldo has seen the soccer fans rush into the stands and regularly fill the stadiums. However, the performances in the league are not up to the mark. The club currently lies second in the table with 60 points. Al-Ittihad leads the table with 63 points. And Al Nassr has three more games to go and will be hopeful of lifting the title. 

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As for Ronaldo, he scored 13 goals in the league. Considering he came in mid-season, the sensational superstar scored several crucial goals. The influence he has is astonishing. In the recent tourism ratings, the country ranks high. 

Is Ronaldo boosting Saudi tourism?

According to CISION, the UNWTO Tourism Barometer noted +121% pre-pandemic recovery sector growth. They also reported a +60% global tourism sector pre-pandemic recovery and the country’s tourism industry is on the rise. Saudi was one of the first countries to reopen its gates to tourism after the pandemic. Ronaldo’s arrival in Saudi Arabia would be crucial for the country’s tourism boost. 

Considering Lionel Messi is about to leave PSG, his arrival in Saudi Arabia would be remarkable. The country can boost its tourism industry and will be the hotspot for soccer fans to witness one last dance. Do you think it will happen?

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