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Ronaldo Signs Record £492 Million Al-Nassr Extension

The extension cements his role in Saudi Arabia’s plan to elevate its domestic league.

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Overview

  • Ronaldo agreed to a two-year extension at Al-Nassr worth £492 million, making him the highest-paid athlete in world sport.
  • The contract ensures he will play in the Saudi Pro League beyond his 42nd birthday.
  • The deal underscores Saudi Arabia’s strategy of attracting global superstars to raise the league’s profile.
  • Former international Emmanuel Petit said the move signaled that Ronaldo has left football’s highest competitive level.
  • Ronaldo pledged to chase further goal milestones and to captain Portugal at the next World Cup.