European club football midseason transfer window is abuzz yet Cristiano Ronaldo now in his 40s, remains a headline-maker—not for seeking new pastures but for his remarkable performances.
While Portuguese legend no longer a contender for accolades like the Ballon d’Or or FIFA Best, he has cemented his dominance in the Middle East. Last month Ronaldo named the Best Middle Eastern Player at the Globe Soccer Awards underscoring his enduring impact.
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Despite his age, Ronaldo’s fitness and form mirror those of a player in his mid-20s. He continues to score prolifically inching closer to the historic 1,000-goal milestone.
Given his stellar performances, transfer market speculation around him is inevitable. However, Ronaldo has made his stance clear: he is content in Saudi Arabia and has no intention of leaving.
“I am happy here—not just me but my family and children as well. We’ve started a new life in Saudi Arabia, and it’s a great experience both on and off the pitch. I see no reason to leave,” Ronaldo shared.
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Though he has dazzled Saudi fans with his individual brilliance, Ronaldo admits his club, Al-Nassr, has room for improvement. The team has struggled to compete consistently against dominant sides like Al-Hilal and
Al-Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League. Nonetheless, Ronaldo remains optimistic expressing his desire to win AFC Champions League with Al-Nassr.
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“Facing teams like Al-Hilal and Al-Ittihad is challenging, but we are not giving up. Football is about ups and downs. You need to stay professional and keep pushing forward. Success will come eventually. I dream of gifting Al-Nassr the AFC Champions League title,” he stated.
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Ronaldo joined Al-Nassr in early 2023 on a record-breaking annual salary of $220 million. His contract is set to expire at the end of the upcoming summer leaving fans eager to see if he can guide his team to silverware before then.