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Cristiano Ronaldo Signals Al-Nassr Exit as Saudi Club Fights to Keep Him

Al-Nassr is seeking a contract renewal, with a special June transfer window offering him a path into the United States-hosted FIFA Club World Cup.

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Cristiano Ronaldo's Decision Can Be Expected Soon
Soccer Football - Saudi Pro League - Al Nassr v Al Khaleej - Al-Awwal Park, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - May 21, 2025 Al Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo scores their second goal from the penalty spot. REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed/File Photo

Overview

  • Ronaldo’s cryptic social media post—“This chapter is over. The story? Still being written.”—underscored his intention to leave when his contract expires on June 30, 2025.
  • Sporting Director Fernando Hierro confirmed ongoing negotiations to extend Ronaldo’s deal, noting interest from around 30 clubs.
  • A Public Investment Fund source described talks as “difficult,” with Al-Hilal cited as a leading option that could secure Ronaldo a spot in the expanded Club World Cup.
  • FIFA President Gianni Infantino said there are active discussions for Ronaldo to join one of the 32 participants in the US-hosted tournament under the June 1–10 special transfer window.
  • Despite scoring 99 goals in 111 appearances, Ronaldo has won no Saudi Pro League title, prompting suitors from Botafogo and MLS to European clubs eyeing short-term deals.