Cristiano Ronaldo Extends Al Nassr Stay Until 2027

RIYADH — Cristiano Ronaldo has officially renewed his contract with Al Nassr, pledging his allegiance to the Saudi Pro League's leading club until 2027, the club confirmed on Thursday.

The announcement was made via a social media video ominously titled "The Story Continues," featuring the iconic five-time Ballon d’Or winner strolling along a beach, declaring, “Al Nassr forever.”

Soon after, Al Nassr released a second post affirming the contract extension, with Ronaldo emphatically stating: “A new chapter begins. Same passion, same dream. Let’s make history together.”

Ronaldo, now 40, joined Al Nassr in January 2023, rapidly becoming a pivotal force in the club’s transformation, both on the field and in terms of global recognition.

In his time there, spanning more than two and a half seasons, Ronaldo has netted 74 goals and provided 16 assists in just 77 league outings, breaking the single-season scoring record in the 2023–24 campaign, previously held by Abderrazak Hamdallah.

Amid earlier rumors about a possible move, sources close to the player assured Sky Sports that Ronaldo feels at ease in Saudi Arabia and is eager to continue performing at the pinnacle of football. His choice to remain underscores a growing belief in the league’s caliber and the club’s aspirations.

Ronaldo's stellar displays with Portugal, highlighted by strong showings in the UEFA Nations League, have bolstered his confidence that he retains peak physical form, as he eyes participation in a prospective sixth World Cup in 2026, at the age of 41.

Al Nassr’s renewal of Ronaldo’s contract is a bold declaration of intent, as the Portuguese legend aspires to achieve the milestone of 1,000 career goals, with his current tally at 938.

With numerous records within reach and the Roshn Saudi League steadily gaining global prominence, Ronaldo’s prolonged tenure signifies that his voyage in Saudi football is far from concluding.