Cristiano Ronaldo's ambitions for his future with the national team have come into stark relief after Portugal's quarterfinal defeat in Euro 2024, even if he still dazzles fans with his exploits for Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr. The five-time Ballon d'Or winner has appeared for his country in men's football on more occasions than any other player, with 212 caps since his debut in 2003. He has also scored an incredible 130 goals.
Ronaldo's future with the national team is still up in the air, despite his legendary reputation. There are rumours that the 39-year-old may be thinking of ending his remarkable career abroad. Ronaldo has clarified, nevertheless, that he has no intention of leaving his Portugal team just yet and is entirely focused on the next UEFA Nations League games.
“I don't know if it [retirement] will happen soon. Two or three years. I don't know, maybe I will retire with Al-Nassr. I am in good shape in Saudi Arabia and in this league. Most likely I will retire here. I am very happy to play in the Saudi League and I want to continue,” as per Sportskeeda Cristiano Ronaldo spoke on his retirement plan during an interview with NOW.
"In my mind, at the moment, it is not about being a first-team coach, or a coach of any team. I don't see my future being that way. I see myself doing other things outside of football, but only God knows what the future holds."
Cristiano Ronaldo joined Al Nassr in 2022
While Cristiano Ronaldo makes it to Asia with a huge deal after ending his stint in Europe. Cristiano Ronaldo stated that joining the Saudi Pro League was one of the best decisions in his life and he likes the idea of the Saudi Pro League getting recognized and is getting bigger and raising its standard compared to other football leagues in the world
Cristiano Ronaldo signed a two-and-a-half-year contract with Al-Nassr on December 30, 2022, after becoming a free agent. With an annual salary of €200 million, the Portugal star is presently the most-paid football player in the world. In 67 games across tournaments, he has scored 61 goals and provided 16 assists, demonstrating his remarkable individual growth.
Even though Ronaldo's contract expires in the summer, it seems likely that he will sign a new agreement with Al-Nassr rather than go back to Europe to finish off his career. In 1,228 games across all competitions for club and nation, he has 892 goals and 284 assists.
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