Riyadh ∙ Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo signed a contract with Al-Nasr FC, a pro-league club in Saudi Arabia. The club itself released the information regarding the signing of the contract with Cristiano. Pictures of the star wearing the club’s jersey were also released. The club announced the signing of the contract with the confidence that Ronaldo’s arrival will benefit not only the club, but the entire football sector of the country. The contract with the club and the 37-year-old superstar is until 2025.
“History is born. The arrival of Cristiano Ronaldo is sure to inspire not only the club but the Saudi league, the country, the coming generations and all the young men to be the best they can be to achieve great results. Welcome to the new home Cristiano…” – the club tweeted.
“This agreement is more than writing a new history. This star is a role model for all the sportsmen and youth of 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’ – Al Nasr Chairman Musali Al Muammar responded.
The club acquired Cristiano Ronaldo for a record fee. International media reports that the contract amount is more than 200 million euros. That is more than 1775 crore Indian rupees! Ronaldo’s income is 75 million dollars per year. Cristiano was a free agent following leaving Manchester United.
Al-Nasr FC describes the new beginning as a decision that will inspire the future generation of the country. Ronaldo also responded that he is looking forward to the new football league.
“I have achieved everything I set out to do in European football. I think it is time to use my experience in Asia. Eagerly waiting to join new team members. And to lead the team to new heights with them’ – Ronaldo said in a statement.
∙ To Saudi with historic achievements
Ronaldo is moving to the Asian club following making legendary achievements 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. Recorded 451 goals for Real. The player scored more than 800 goals for club and country.
The star, who joined the Italian club Juventus from Real Madrid, won the Serie A title twice in three years. He also won the Coppa Italia once. From there, the star went back to his early club, Manchester United. With United, Ronaldo has won the Premier League title 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 achieved this feat by scoring a penalty once morest Ghana in the first match of Group H. Portugal were later eliminated in the quarter-finals, losing to Morocco.
English Summary: Al-Nassr confirm signing of Cristiano Ronaldo on free transfer following Man Utd exit
