Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has officially extended his stay with Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr, committing to the team until June 2027.
The renewal ends recent speculation about a possible departure and reaffirms Ronaldo’s intent to finish his career at the Saudi Pro League side.
The announcement was made on Thursday, June 26, 2026, through coordinated posts on both Ronaldo’s and Al Nassr’s official social media accounts.
“Al Nassr Club Company officially signed a contract extension with Cristiano Ronaldo. The Al Nassr captain’s contract will be valid until 2027,” the club shared via X.
Shortly after, Ronaldo took to Instagram to echo the news, writing:
“A new chapter begins. Same passion, same dream. Let’s make history together.”
A new chapter begins. Same passion, same dream. Let’s make history together. 🟡🔵 pic.twitter.com/JRwwjEcSZR
— Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) June 26, 2025
Four Key Highlights from Ronaldo’s New Deal:
- Extended Commitment
Ronaldo’s new contract adds two more years, keeping him at Al Nassr until age 42. The agreement reportedly includes an option for a further year. - Unmatched Earnings
The deal is believed to maintain Ronaldo’s current earnings of approximately €200 million annually, including image rights—translating to over €550,000 per day—cementing his status as the highest-paid athlete in the world. - Pushing for Trophies
With the contract extension, Al Nassr hopes to convert Ronaldo’s individual brilliance into team success after falling short of domestic and continental silverware last season. - Eyeing 1000 Career Goals
Ronaldo, who has scored 99 goals in 111 appearances for the club since his arrival in December 2022, now has a strong opportunity to reach the 1000-goal milestone, an unprecedented feat in modern football.
Ronaldo joined Al Nassr after a highly publicized exit from Manchester United, triggered by an explosive interview where he criticized the club and then-manager Erik ten Hag. Since arriving in Saudi Arabia, he has become the face of the league’s global ambitions, winning the Saudi Pro League Golden Boot last season with 35 goals.
With this latest move, Ronaldo reaffirms his commitment not just to Al Nassr but to the evolution of football in the Middle East, as he continues to shape the latter stages of his legendary career.
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