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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Speaking to Portuguese TV channel NOW, Ronaldo shared his thoughts on his future: “I don\u2019t 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.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“When I leave the national team, I won\u2019t 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Unlike many top players who transition into coaching roles after retirement\u2014such as Pep Guardiola, Xabi Alonso, and Mikel Arteta\u2014Ronaldo has dismissed the idea of becoming a coach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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