Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly makes final decision on future with Al Nassr for next season

Cristiano Ronaldo, widely regarded as one of the greatest soccer players of all time, is reportedly poised to extend his tenure with Al Nassr. Speculation surrounding his potential retirement has been put to rest, as the iconic forward is anticipated to continue his professional career.

Ronaldo, who turned 40 in 2025, has once again proven his enduring excellence on the field. The Portuguese superstar recently added another accolade to his storied career, helping Portugal clinch the UEFA Nations League title in a thrilling victory over Spain, where he found the back of the net.However, one significant achievement still eludes him: capturing a championship title with Al Nassr, whether in the league or the AFC Champions League.

In light of this quest, speculation has been rife concerning his future with the team. Despite whispers of retirement swirling around him, recent reports indicate that all conjecture has been laid to rest. Ronaldo is poised to extend his commitment to Al Nassr by signing a new contract, affirming his dedication to pursuing further triumphs with the club.

According to renowned sports journalist Fabrizio Romano, Ronaldo is reportedly on the brink of signing a new contract with Al Nassr for the upcoming season. Romano stated on his social media platform, “BREAKING: Cristiano Ronaldo set to sign new deal at Al Nassr as formal documents are being checked.” This development promises to captivate fans eager to see more of Ronaldo’s legendary performances on the field.

Cristiano Ronaldo of Al Nassr.

For how long Cristiano is set to sign his new deal?

Despite swirling rumors of Ronaldo’s departure due to Al Nassr’s underwhelming season performance, credible sources indicate that the superstar is likely staying with the Saudi Arabian club. The primary focus of these ongoing discussions, as reported by Romano, is the duration of Ronaldo’s new contract.

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“Final detail being discussed: one- or two-year deal, with a concrete possibility to extend until June 2027 if Cristiano desires. A massive move for the SPL to retain Cristiano,” Romano tweeted, highlighting the critical decision point in the negotiations.

Ronaldo’s impressive stats with Al Nassr

Ronaldo has completed two full seasons with Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League, having joined them in late December 2022. Here’s a summary of his stats across all competitions with Al Nassr (Saudi Pro League, King’s Cup, AFC Champions League, Arab Club Champions Cup, Saudi Super Cup):

• Overall stats with Al Nassr
  • Total matches played: 105 matches across all competitions.
  • Total goals scored: 93 goals.
  • Total assists: 19 assists.