Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly agreed an extension to his contract at Al-Nassr, with the Portuguese remaining the “highest-paid player in history”.
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The five-time Ballon d’Or winner added that title to the many others that he already owns when agreeing a move to the Middle East in 2023. Ronaldo is working on terms in the Saudi Pro League that are said to be worth £173 million ($211m) per season.
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Ronaldo’s current deal is due to expire in the summer, but and are reporting that CR7 has agreed to prolong his association with Al-Nassr. He had been linked with several other clubs around the world, including Al-Hilal – where Brazilian superstar Neymar is currently plying his trade.
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It is, however, being claimed that Ronaldo wants to compete with them, rather than represent them, and has sought assurances that big money will be spent in the summer transfer window as Al-Nassr take aim at the grandest of trophies.
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Ronaldo has registered 81 goals through 90 appearances for Al-Nassr, with remarkable individual standards being maintained at 39 years of age. He has already become a centurion in the goal department at previous clubs Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus.