Portugal Captain Ronaldo Confirms Absence from Club World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed he will not participate in this month's FIFA Club World Cup, despite receiving multiple offers from participating teams following Al-Nassr's failure to qualify. The Portugal captain, whose contract with Al-Nassr expires at the end of June, stated that while he had been contacted by several clubs, he was not interested in making a short-term move solely for the tournament. Speculation about his involvement increased after FIFA president Gianni Infantino suggested the possibility, but Ronaldo clarified that his decision is 'almost final' and he is considering his future carefully. He emphasized that not every opportunity makes sense, and that he cannot 'catch every ball,' signaling a thoughtful approach to the next phase of his career. This announcement comes amid ongoing uncertainty about where Ronaldo will play next season.