Ronaldo Commits Future to Al-Nassr

Ronaldo shuts down exit talk

Cristiano Ronaldo has ended speculation about his future by declaring:

“I belong to Saudi Arabia.”

The 41-year-old forward had missed three recent matches amid reports of frustration over how Al-Nassr were being run by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF).

But he returned in style, scoring twice in a 4-0 victory over Al-Hazem — a result that lifted Al-Nassr one point clear at the top of the Saudi Pro League.

Speaking to Saudi broadcaster Thmanyah, Ronaldo made his position clear:

“I’m very happy. As I say so many times, I belong to Saudi Arabia.

It’s a country that has welcomed me very well, and my family and my friends.

I’m happy here, I want to continue here.”

Title race heating up

The emphatic win over Al-Hazem put Al-Nassr:

• One point ahead of Al-Hilal

• Firmly in the Saudi Pro League title race

• Into the AFC Asian Cup quarter-finals

Ronaldo stressed that the focus remains on silverware:

“The most important thing is we keep pushing. We are there at the top. We do our job, we win, make pressure — let’s see at the end of the season.”

Legacy in Saudi Arabia

Since joining Al-Nassr in December 2022 following his Manchester United exit, Ronaldo became the highest-paid player in football history, reportedly earning £177m per year.

However, team success has been limited:

• 2023 Arab Club Champions Cup

• No Saudi Pro League title yet

Now, with Al-Nassr leading the standings, Ronaldo appears determined to add a major domestic trophy to his Saudi chapter.

Verdict

Despite transfer rumours and internal doubts, Ronaldo’s message was emphatic:

He’s committed.

He’s scoring.

And he’s chasing another league title.

At 41, the five-time Ballon d’Or winner is still central to Al-Nassr’s ambitions — and the Saudi Pro League title race looks set for a dramatic finish.