Ronaldo: 'Now is the time to share experiences in Asia'
On the morning of December 31, Al Nassr announced a contract until June 2025 with Cristiano Ronaldo. Former Man Utd will receive the highest salary in the world $ 75 million per year. Besides, according to European media, if you add advertising and sponsorship, Ronaldo has an income of up to 200 million per year.
"I'm lucky to have won it all in Europe. I feel now is the right time to share my experience in Asia. I look forward to joining my new teammates and helping Al Nassr achieve great achievements. ", Ronaldo was quoted as saying in Al Nassr's statement about the contract.
Ronaldo is also excited to experience a new tournament in a new country. According to him, what Al Nassr is doing and the development of Saudi Arabia in both men's and women's football are inspirational stories. That was shown through the performance of Saudi Arabia at the 2022 World Cup. In the opening match of the World Cup, Saudi Arabia beat Argentina 2-1. This is also Argentina's only defeat on the way to the championship.
Al Nassr was founded in 1955. The club has won the national championship nine times, won the Asian Cup once and reached the final of the Asian Cup.
According to club president Musalli Almuammar, Ronaldo's influence extends beyond football. He expects the new signing to continue to score goals, win titles and bring joy to the fans.
"This isn't just history in the making. It's not just a signing that inspires Al Nassr, it's also inspires our league, our nation, future generations, guys. Boys and girls become the best version of themselves," Musalli Almuammar affirmed.
Ronaldo came to Al Nassr on a free transfer. On November 22, this striker terminated his contract with Man Utd. Before leaving Man Utd, Ronaldo shocked by publicly condemning the club and coach Ten Hag. The two sides then agreed to end the contract six months early.
With Man Utd, Ronaldo has three Premier Leagues and one Champions League. He won two more La Liga, four Champions League at Real and two Serie A at Juventus. With Portugal, Ronaldo won Euro 2016 and Nations League 2019. Personally, he has five Golden Balls.
