Cristiano Ronaldo: Will He Stay at Al Nassr Until 2027?

Synopsis
Key Takeaways
- Ronaldo's contract extended until 2027.
- 93 goals in 105 appearances for Al Nassr.
- Significant impact on Saudi Pro League's global profile.
- Rumors about FIFA Club World Cup participation addressed.
- Commitment to football growth in Saudi Arabia.
New Delhi, June 26 (NationPress) Cristiano Ronaldo has put an end to the swirling rumors surrounding his club future by officially extending his contract with Al Nassr, ensuring his presence at the Saudi Arabian team until 2027.
The Portuguese superstar made this announcement on Thursday via the social media platform X, stating, “A new chapter begins. Same passion, same dream. Let’s make history together.” Shortly after, Al Nassr confirmed, “Cristiano Ronaldo is staying at @AlNassrFC until 2027.”
Since joining Al Nassr in late 2022 after parting ways with Manchester United, Ronaldo has demonstrated remarkable prowess, netting 93 goals in 105 matches across various competitions.
His transfer to Saudi Arabia represented a pivotal moment in global football, attracting significant attention to the Saudi Pro League and paving the way for a surge of international stars to the region.
This contract extension follows weeks of speculation about a possible exit, as Ronaldo's previous contract was set to expire this summer. His enigmatic post after Al Nassr’s last game of the 2024–25 season—“This chapter is over. The story? Still being written. Grateful to all.”—stirred rumors about his future.
Speculation escalated after Al Nassr finished third in the league, falling short of qualifying for the Asian Champions League Elite, even as Ronaldo achieved the milestone of 800 club goals.
Additional uncertainty emerged last month when FIFA President Gianni Infantino discussed potential participation for Ronaldo in the expanded 2025 Club World Cup, saying, “There are discussions with some clubs, so if any club is watching and is interested in hiring Ronaldo for the Club World Cup…who knows, who knows.”
However, Ronaldo quelled those rumors during a pre-match press conference before Portugal’s UEFA Nations League final against Spain. “It’s almost decided that I will not take part in the FIFA Club World Cup, despite receiving many invitations and proposals. There have been talks, contacts…but you have to think about short, medium and long-term.”