Overview

• He received numerous invitations from teams in the expanded 32-team tournament but decided not to join any for the Club World Cup.
• His contract with Saudi side Al-Nassr lapses on June 30, leaving his next club undecided.
• Ronaldo said short-term moves for a one-off appearance didn’t make sense as he considers his career beyond this summer.
• Al-Nassr sporting director Fernando Hierro expressed confidence that Ronaldo will remain with the club on a reported £167 million-per-year extension.
• The Portugal captain made his announcement during a press conference in Munich ahead of his UEFA Nations League final against Spain.