Cristiano Ronaldo has officially signed a new deal with Al Nassr, ending months of speculation about his future in Saudi Arabia. The superstar forward, who first joined the club in 2022 after parting ways with Manchester United, will now stay through at least 2027, cementing his role as the face of the Saudi Pro League and continuing his high-stakes goal-scoring chase toward 1,000 career goals.
Ronaldo announced the news with a statement on social media: “A new chapter begins. Same passion, same dream. Let’s make history together.” The extension not only locks him in as Al Nassr’s marquee name but also signals a major victory for the league, which has been aggressively courting global talent since Ronaldo’s headline-making arrival two and a half years ago.
So far, the 40-year-old forward has racked up 93 goals in 105 appearances for Al Nassr across all competitions. Despite falling short of the SPL title for three consecutive seasons, finishing third in the most recent campaign, Ronaldo remains committed to the club’s long-term ambitions. Al Nassr’s sporting director, Fernando Hierro, had previously confirmed the team’s desire to extend the deal and revealed there were other clubs actively pursuing Ronaldo. The new contract shuts down any talk of a move elsewhere, at least for now.
Financially, Ronaldo remains at the top of his game. He’s been the world’s highest-paid athlete for three consecutive years, according to Forbes, with estimated total earnings now reaching $275 million. This new deal only reinforces his status as both a global icon and a commercial juggernaut for Saudi football.
Ronaldo’s continued presence also deepens the SPL’s international draw. His move initially triggered a wave of high-profile transfers, including former Real Madrid teammate Karim Benzema and several European stars who followed in his footsteps. While Al Nassr have yet to secure a league title since Ronaldo’s arrival, they did win the Arab Club Champions Cup, and his leadership on and off the pitch has been central to the club’s growing stature.
Beyond club football, Ronaldo remains a force for Portugal. He recently led the national team to a second UEFA Nations League title after defeating Spain in the final, showing no signs of slowing down. With 794 goals in club football and 138 for Portugal, he now sits at 932 total goals, just 68 away from reaching the unprecedented 1,000-goal milestone. This new contract gives him the runway he needs to chase that historic mark.
There were rumors earlier this summer that Ronaldo’s final match of the 2024–25 season might be his last for Al Nassr. Speculation mounted after he made comments that hinted at uncertainty. But with this contract extension, the narrative has flipped entirely. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner is not only staying, he’s doubling down.
What makes this move particularly significant is the timing. The Saudi Pro League is in a phase of strategic expansion, with increased investment in clubs, infrastructure, and international partnerships. Having Ronaldo as a flagship figure provides the league with legitimacy and media traction that money alone can’t buy. He’s not just a player, he’s the engine behind the league’s visibility.
In the coming seasons, fans can expect Ronaldo to continue pushing boundaries. Whether he leads Al Nassr to an elusive league title or reaches the fabled 1,000-goal mark, one thing is clear: Cristiano Ronaldo’s story in Saudi Arabia isn’t over. It’s just getting a dramatic new chapter.
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