Cristiano Ronaldo’s future at Al Nassr is currently one of the most talked-about topics in World football. As the Portuguese star approaches the final year of his contract, which ends on June 30,2025, Al Nassr has reportedly offered him a new deal – one that includes a significant pay cut of 52%. This development raises serious questions about whether Ronaldo will choose to stay or move on to a new challenge.
Ronaldo’s Performance at Al Nassr
Since joining Al Nassr in January 2023, Ronaldo has had an impressive individual run. He has netted 99 goals in 111 matches and emerged as the top scorer in the Saudi Pro League. Despite his efforts, the club has fallen short in terms of team success. Al Nassr finished third in the 2024-25 Saudi Pro League season and failed to qualify for the AFC Champions League, missing out on major trophies once again.
The New Contract Offer
Al Nassr has proposed a contract extension to Ronaldo that would lower his yearly salary from €200 million to €96 million, which is a reduction of 52% of his current contract with Al Nassr. However, to make the deal more appealing, the club is also offering:
- 5% ownership stake in Al Nassr.
- Investment opportunities within Saudi Arabia.
These additional benefits could potentially offer long-term financial rewards and a post-retirement role in Saudi football. After Al Nassr’s final game of the season, Ronaldo posted a cryptic message on social media. The statement has fueled speculation about a potential exit. According to various reports, Ronaldo is yet to respond publicly to the new contract offer.
Adding to the intrigue, Ronaldo has reportedly received a second serious offer from Saudi rivals Al Hilal, a club backed by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund. Unlike Al Nassr’s reduced deal, Al Hilal is believed to be in a position to offer a salary close to or equal to his current €200 million package.
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Potential Club World Cup Move
There are also rumours linking Ronaldo to a potential short-term move to a Brazilian Club participating in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, which kicks off in the United States on June 14. FIFA has introduced an exceptional transfer window from June 1- 10 to allow clubs to register players specifically for this tournament. This opens the door for Ronaldo to make a surprise appearance with another club at the global event.
What Happens Next?
As of now, Cristiano Ronaldo’s decision remains unknown. He faces three main options:
- Accept Al Nassr new contract, with reduced pay but long-term incentives.
- Join Al Hilal, where he might retain his current salary and remain in Saudi Arabia.
- Seek a new challenge elsewhere, potentially in the form of a short-term move for the Club World Cup or a longer contract in another league.
Whatever he chooses, Ronaldo’s next step will be closely watched around the World. At 40 years old, he continues to attract top-level interest and remains one of football’s biggest stars, both on and off the pitch.
Written by Kinjal Walantra
