The famous person striker instructed the Portuguese channel that he’s “very joyful” to hitch Saudi Arabian Soccer Membership in 2023 for a document switch price.
Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed that he plans to complete his profession at present membership Al Nasr, however it might not be for an additional two or three years.
The Portuguese famous person confirmed he plans to remain in Saudi Arabia till his retirement, dashing hopes of a return to his first membership Sporting Lisbon.
“I do not know if I’ll retire quickly, in two or three years, however I’ll most likely retire at Al Nasr,” Ronaldo instructed Portuguese channel NOW.
“I am joyful at this membership and I really feel good on this nation. I am joyful to play in Saudi Arabia and I need to proceed.
Ronaldo moved to the Saudi Arabian Skilled League in December 2022 after an acrimonious exit from Manchester United. He performed 48 video games for the membership and scored 50 targets.
The massive-money transfer is but to carry any trophies for Al Nasr, who completed second behind Al Hilal within the Saudi Skilled League final season and can lose out to Riyadh within the 2023-24 King’s Cup opponent.
In accordance with media estimates, his contract is value greater than $220 million.
The 39-year-old began each match for Portugal at Euro 2024, the place they reached the quarter-finals however misplaced on penalties to France.
He intends to proceed enjoying for his nation, not less than for now, and hopes to function in upcoming Nations League video games in opposition to Croatia and Poland.
“After I go away the nationwide staff, I will not inform anybody upfront, it is a very spontaneous resolution for me, but additionally a well-thought-out resolution,” the previous Actual Madrid striker added.
“What I need now could be to have the ability to assist the nationwide staff within the subsequent video games.
“We have now the Nationwide League forward of us and I actually need to play.”
Ronaldo, who at present has 898 profession targets, additionally revealed that he has no intention of getting into administration when he lastly hangs up his scoring boots.
“For the time being, I am not fascinated by turning into a coach of the primary staff or any staff,” he stated.
“I by no means thought of it, I by no means thought of it. I did not suppose I might expertise one thing like this in my future. I see myself doing different issues outdoors of soccer, however solely God is aware of what the longer term holds.