After lifting yet another trophy on Sunday, Cristiano Ronaldo confirmed his next career move following rumours he could be leaving current club Al-Nassr.
Ronaldo scored his 138th international goal during Portugal’s victory on penalties against defending champions Spain in the Nations League.
The 40-year-old broke down in tears after winning the trophy, as his career seemingly winds down during his spell in Saudi Arabia with Al-Nassr.
Ronaldo had been the subject of significant rumours in recent weeks, after posting a cryptic Instagram post saying the “chapter is over”.
This chapter is over.
— Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) May 26, 2025
The story? Still being written.
Grateful to all. pic.twitter.com/Vuvl5siEB3
His current contract at Al-Nassr is due to expire this month.
Boyhood club Sporting Lisbon, River Plate, based in Lionel Messi’s native Argentina, along with a host of MLS clubs and other Saudi Arabian clubs, had reportedly registered interest in the Portuguese legend.
However, after his emotional triumph on Sunday, marking his third international trophy, Ronaldo confirmed his plans to remain at Al-Nassr and sign a new contract at the club.
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Cristiano Ronaldo won his third international trophy on Sunday, scoring the equaliser
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“My future? Basically, nothing is gonna change,” he said.
“Staying at Al Nassr? Yes.”
Despite their struggles to win any major trophies since his arrival, Ronaldo looks set to extend his contract at the club for a further two years, taking him to 2027 and 42 years of age.
Crucially, it would keep Ronaldo in the reckoning for Portugal's 2026 World Cup squad.
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This year, Al-Nassr missed out on AFC Champions League qualification after finishing third in the league.
Speaking in a press conference recently, Al-Nassr sporting director Fernando Hierro had already outlined his optimism to keep Ronaldo at the club.
Hierro said: “I have to be positive. I don't think Ronaldo will leave Al-Nassr.
“In any case, we are working hard on all aspects. Ronaldo's contract with Al-Nassr runs until June 30.
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Cristiano Ronaldo has 93 goals in 105 games for Al-Nassr
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“We will work to renew his contract so he can continue with us, and there are many clubs interested in signing him.
“He is a huge phenomenon in the history of football and has helped the league grow.
“We are in contact to renew his contract and hope he continues with us.”
The club are very keen to keep the superstar, who has scored 35 club goals this season.
Since his arrival in 2023, the Portuguese has scored 93 goals in 105 games in Saudi Arabia.
He will be looking to achieve a feat never achieved in men’s senior football: 1,000 career goals.
He would be the first player to reach the significant milestone, with Pele, despite claiming over 1,200 goals, including friendlies and post-retirement exhibition matches, having 757 goals recognised by Fifa.
Ronaldo scored his 938th career goal in Sunday’s final, and his 138th for Portugal, which are both record highs.
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