Few players in the history of football have had a career quite like Cristiano Ronaldo. His journey, which began on the streets of Madeira, may soon conclude in Saudi Arabia, as the Al-Nassr striker recently confirmed.
Ronaldo’s remarkable career has seen him score goals across the globe. After successful stints in Spain, Italy, and England, Ronaldo joined Al-Nassr in January 2023. Since then, he has netted 61 goals in 67 games and provided 16 assists.
Speaking to Portuguese TV channel NOW, Ronaldo shared his thoughts on his future: “I don’t know if I will retire soon, in two or three years, but probably I will retire at Al-Nassr. I’m very happy at this club, and I feel good in this country too. I love playing in Saudi Arabia. I want to continue.”
At 39, the Portuguese star has enjoyed an illustrious career, with his most successful period at Real Madrid, where he solidified his status as an all-time great. During his time with the club, he scored an astonishing 450 goals in 438 appearances. Ronaldo also holds the record as the all-time leading goal scorer in international football.
Despite his legendary status, Ronaldo is clear that he does not want a grand farewell with the national team, stating that his retirement from international football will be a “very spontaneous decision.”
“When I leave the national team, I won’t tell anyone beforehand; it will be a very spontaneous decision on my part, but also a well-thought-out one. Right now, what I want most is to help the national team in its upcoming matches. We have the Nations League coming up soon, and I would really like to play there,” he explained.
Unlike many top players who transition into coaching roles after retirement—such as Pep Guardiola, Xabi Alonso, and Mikel Arteta—Ronaldo has dismissed the idea of becoming a coach.
“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,” Ronaldo concluded.
As he continues to play at a high level in Saudi Arabia, Ronaldo remains focused on his current performances and the immediate future, leaving his long-term plans open-ended.
