Riyadh ∙ Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has signed a contract with Al-Nasr FC, a professional club in Saudi Arabia. The club itself has released information about signing a contract with Cristiano. Photos of the star wearing the club’s shirt have also been released. The club announced the signing of the contract with the certainty that Ronaldo’s arrival will benefit not only the club but the entire football sector in the country. The contract with the club and the 37-year-old superstar runs until 2025.
“History was born. The arrival of Cristiano Ronaldo will surely inspire not only the club, but also the Saudi league, the country, future generations and all young people to give their best to achieve great results. Welcome to the new home Cristiano…” – tweeted the club.
“This deal is more than writing a new story. This star is a role model for all sportsmen and youth around the world. With his arrival at Al Nasr, we will reap great benefits for the club, the Saudi sports sector and for generations to come ‘ – replied the president of Al Nasr Musali Al Muammar.
The club has acquired Cristiano Ronaldo for a record fee. International media report that the contract amount is over 200 million euros. That’s more than 1775 crore Indian rupees! Ronaldo’s income is $75 million a year. Cristiano was a free agent after leaving Manchester United.
Al-Nasr FC describes the new start as a decision that will inspire the next generation of the country. Ronaldo also replied that he is looking forward to the new football league.
“I have achieved everything I set out to do in European football. I think the time has come to leverage my experience in Asia. I look forward to joining new team members. And to take the team to new heights with them ‘- Ronaldo said in a statement.
∙ To Saudi Arabia with historic results
Ronaldo moves to the Asian club after achieving legendary results in club football. Ronaldo played for Spanish giants Real Madrid from 2009-18 and won two La Liga titles, two Spanish Cups, four Champions Leagues and three Club World Cups. He has registered 451 goals for Real. The player has scored more than 800 goals for club and country.
The star, who joined Italian club Juventus from Real Madrid, has won the Serie A title twice in three years. He has also won the Coppa Italia once. From there, the star returned to his first club, Manchester United. With United, Ronaldo won the Premier League three times, the FA Cup, the League Cup twice, the Champions League and the Club World Cup.
The player, who played for Portugal in the Qatar World Cup, became the first player to score in five different World Cups. The player accomplished this feat by scoring a penalty against Ghana in their first Group H match. Portugal were subsequently eliminated in the quarter-finals, losing to Morocco.
English summary: Al-Nassr confirms the signing of Cristiano Ronaldo on a free transfer after the exit of Man Utd
