Cristiano Ronaldo Confirms Stay at Al Nassr Through 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed he will continue his career with Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr, dispelling rumors of a transfer despite his contract expiring in June 2025. The 40-year-old Portugal captain, fresh from leading his country to the UEFA Nations League title, emphasized that "nothing will change" regarding his club future. Ronaldo's decision follows speculation fueled by a cryptic social media post and FIFA President Gianni Infantino's hints about a possible short-term move to a Club World Cup participant. Since joining Al-Nassr in December 2022 on a lucrative deal, Ronaldo has scored 99 goals in 105 matches and won the 2023 Arab Club Champions Cup, though the team missed out on qualifying for the AFC Champions League. He expressed strong support for Portugal's head coach Roberto Martinez, highlighting the coach's positive impact despite criticism. Ronaldo's commitment is seen as vital to Al-Nassr's ambitions to raise Saudi football's global profile.