The Portuguese star’s contract is set to expire at the end of the season. Due to the club’s challenges, negotiations for a new deal were suspended, making Cristiano Ronaldo’s future at Al-Nassr appear increasingly uncertain.
After Al-Nassr’s 3-2 loss to Al-Ittihad in the Saudi Pro League midweek, just days after being eliminated from the AFC Champions League semi-finals by Kawasaki Frontale, Marca reports that talks for a contract extension were put on hold.
The source suggests that Ronaldo was hoping to sign a two-year extension, but these disappointing results have led the 40-year-old to reconsider his future at the club.
Since joining Al-Nassr from Manchester United in early 2023, Ronaldo has become the face of the Saudi Pro League. However, the fact that his team has yet to win a trophy may prompt the Portugal star to reassess his position.
Ronaldo’s frustration with the current situation has led Al-Nassr to explore their options regarding a renewal, with a move to another Saudi team also being considered.
With 934 goals in professional matches, Ronaldo has repeatedly stated that he aims to reach 1,000 goals before retiring from football.
Ronaldo’s Future at Al-Nassr in Question Amidst Struggles
According to Spanish daily Marca, Ronaldo, who hails from Madeira, has just two months remaining on his current contract in Saudi Arabia. Naturally, there are growing concerns about whether the club’s executives will extend his deal.
At 40 years old, Ronaldo was reportedly ready to sign a new two-year contract recently. However, negotiations have stalled as the team struggles to secure important victories and trophies.
Following Al-Nassr’s 3-2 loss to Al-Ittihad on Wednesday, the team’s chances of qualifying for the AFC Champions League are now slim.
Reports suggest that Ronaldo left the stadium without changing after the latest defeat, in which Al-Nassr squandered a two-goal lead in the 94th minute. He was reportedly furious about both the result and the team’s overall performance.
