Cristiano Ronaldo has ignited widespread speculation about his future at Saudi club Al Nassr with a cryptic message posted on X.
“This chapter is over. The story? Still being written. Grateful to all,” he posted late Monday night.
This statement comes as Ronaldo’s contract with Saudi club Al-Nassr approaches its end this summer.
The 40-year-old Portuguese forward joined Al Nassr in 2022 from Manchester United and his contract with the Saudi club ends this summer.
A special transfer window runs from June 1-10 to allow the 32 clubs involved in the Club World Cup to sign players.
Al-Nassr aren’t at the Club World Cup unlike fellow Saudi side Al Hilal.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino last week said “there are discussions” over the former United, Real Madrid, Juventus and Sporting Lisbon star playing at the enlarged tournament in the United States starting on June 14.
Al Nassr lost in the semi-finals of the Asian Champions League last month to Japan’s Kawasaki Frontale and finished third in the Saudi Pro League.
Ronaldo was the league’s top goal scorer on 24.
Last year, the five-time Ballon d’Or winner said he could end his career with Al Nassr.
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The timing of his message has fueled rumors about a potential departure from the club.
Ronaldo’s illustrious career includes stints at Sporting CP, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Juventus, and Al-Nassr, as well as a record-breaking international tenure with Portugal.
His recent achievements, such as reaching 900 career goals and playing his 1,200th professional match, underscore his enduring impact on the sport.
While Ronaldo has previously used similar language to signal transitions in his career, the current message leaves fans and analysts eager to see where his journey will lead next.
Whether it’s a return to European football, participation in the upcoming Club World Cup, or another venture, the football world awaits his next move with anticipation.
As Ronaldo himself puts it, “The story? Still being written.”
Meanwhile, Ronaldo and Al Nassr have yet to release an official statement of the duo’s relationship and future.