Staying in Saudi

What started as a rumor became noise. Then that noise turned into near-certainty. All that was missing was the signature — and now it’s done. Cristiano Ronaldo has officially renewed his contract with Al-Nassr, the club he joined in late 2022. After weeks of speculation and a cryptic post that sent the football world spinning, the Portuguese superstar has made it clear: he’s staying in Riyadh until 2027.

The confirmation came just after lifting another trophy with Portugal in the UEFA Nations League. Celebrations aside, CR7 addressed the press and said it plainly: “Nothing is going to change.” And when Cristiano speaks...

The post that sparked chaos

The drama began when Ronaldo posted a photo in his Al-Nassr kit with the caption:
“This chapter has ended. The story? Still being written. Grateful to all.”

Cue the firestorm. Was he leaving? Was it goodbye? A return to Europe? Nobody knew. But after a week of swirling rumors, Al-Nassr’s leadership made their move and convinced him to stay — on his terms.

A renewal built around him

This Thursday, both Cristiano and Al-Nassr made the deal official via social media. The financial details remain undisclosed, but it’s widely assumed to be one of the most lucrative contracts in world football. And it came with conditions.

Ronaldo demanded a full team overhaul — and got it. The club sacked its CEO, parted ways with head coach Stefano Pioli, and began reshaping the squad to suit its biggest star.

The one obsession: a title

Since arriving in Saudi Arabia, Cristiano has been a global attraction… but he hasn’t won a single trophy. Two runner-up finishes in the Saudi Pro League, a third-place finish, and underwhelming performances in the AFC Champions League have left a sour taste.

Ronaldo isn’t ready to leave without winning. This new contract is his final push to flip the narrative — and prove, once again, that wherever he goes, silverware follows.

Will this be the year it finally happens?