Cristiano Ronaldo will commit his future to Al-Nassr by reportedly signing a new massive contract with one eye on the 2026 World Cup. According to Marca, the five-time Ballon d’Or winner has agreed to stay with the Saudi Pro League side for two more seasons, with the second year optional depending on performance and preference. This extension will keep him in Riyadh through to at least 2026 - perfectly timed to align with his ambitions of representing Portugal at the World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. While discussions had been ongoing for several months, and initial expectations pointed to a swift conclusion back in January, the official confirmation had been delayed due to the unique nature of the deal. Unlike a typical sports contract, this agreement encompasses broader commercial, ambassadorial, and developmental roles, making the process more complex than most. There were reports suggesting Ronaldo’s new contract would be worth up to €200 million (£171m/$228m) annually. But beyond the base salary, it’s the added value from brand endorsements, sponsorship activations, and business ventures linked with Saudi interests that have made his stay lucrative. There has even been speculation in recent weeks regarding potential Saudi investment in La Liga club Valencia, with Ronaldo’s name linked to the project in a potential ambassadorial or ownership-related role. Since arriving at Al-Nassr in late 2022, Ronaldo has fully immersed himself in the club’s project. More than just a marquee signing, he has been actively involved in shaping the team’s direction and ambitions. He has been promised a competitive squad, and the January signing of Jhon Duran from Aston Villa was a step in that direction. With Al-Nassr currently chasing both Saudi Pro League and AFC Champions League titles, the Portuguese icon has made it clear that he's in Saudi football not for a quiet ending to his career, but to compete and lead. Even at 40, Ronaldo continues to defy expectations. His dream of participating in the 2026 World Cup remains very much alive, and this new Al-Nassr contract will offer him the perfect platform to maintain his fitness, form, and focus. More intriguingly, the deal leaves the door open for a final season beyond 2026, which could serve as a launchpad toward achieving a staggering career milestone - scoring 1,000 professional goals. As it stands, Ronaldo is sitting on 934 goals, an astonishing tally that puts the dream within reach if his current scoring pace continues.
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Sempat Mengambang, Ronaldo Pastikan Tetap Bertahan di Al-Nassr

Rizal Saleh - April 16, 2025
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Vivagoal Berita Bola – Superstar Al-Nassr, Cristiano Ronaldo akan memastikan masa depannya bersama Al-Nassr. Pemain asal Portugal juga siap menatap Piala Dunia 2026 bersama Selecao das Quinas dengan bertahan di Riyadh.

Menurut laporan Marca, pemenang 5 Ballon d’Or itu sepakat akan bertahan di Saudi Pro League utnuk dua tahun ke depan dengan opsi perpanjangan kontrak lain tergantung dengan performanya. Kontrak ini setidaknya akan membuat sang pemain ada di klub hingga 2026. Ia juga masih berambisi mentas di ajang empat tahunan yang bakal dihelat di Amerika Serikat, Kanada dan Meksiko.

Diskusi soal kontrak baru CR7 sejatinya sudah digelar sejak Januari lalu. Negoisasi sempat ditunda untuk beberapa waktu lantaran keunikan dari kontraknya lantaran masa bakti Al-Nassr mencakup kesepakatan komersial, duta besar dan berbagai aspek lain yang membuatnya lebih kompleks dari kontrak pemain lain.

Sempat Mengambang, Ronaldo Pastikan Tetap Bertahan di Al-Nassr
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Ada kabar yang mengklaim kontrak baru Ronaldo berdurasi di angka 200 juta per tahun namun angka tersebut belum termasuk gaji pokok, nilai tambah dan aktivasi sponsor serta bisnis yang akan membuatnya semakin nyaman. Belakangan, Public Investment Fund siap berinvestasi kepada Valencia dan bakal melibatkan Ronaldo sebagai bagian dari pemilik atau ambassador.


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Sejak 2022, Ronaldo memang menjadi tulang punggung tim, tak hanya sebagai pemain. Ia juga terlibat dalam prospek dan ambisi Al-Nassr ketika ia bergabung. Kedatangan Jhon Duran ke klub juga merupakan bagian dari inisasinya meski prestasi klub di kancah domestik dan Asia sirna, namun ia tetap dipercaya memegang peranan tersebut.

Di usia yang sudah 40 tahun, Ronaldo masih menjaga ekspektasi besarnnya baik di level klub maupun internasioonal. Kontrak baru itu akan membuat kebugarannya, fokus dan performanya terus terjaga. Ia juga disebut siap memecahkan rekor 1.000 gol dalam karirnya. Sejauh ini, sang pemain sudah mengoreksi 934 gol bersama klub.

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