Cristiano Ronaldo Extends Al Nassr Contract Until 2027

Cristiano Ronaldo has signed a new deal with Al Nassr, extending his contract until 2027, with an additional one-year option, according to Ben Jacobs and Fabrizio Romano. His previous contract was set to expire in June 2025. This extension makes him the highest-earning footballer and athlete in the world, as he is expected to earn up to €200 million per year (base salary), excluding bonuses.

Additionally, his contract includes a 15% equity stake in Al Nassr, effectively making him one of the co-owners of the club and granting him influence over all club transfers. Beyond this, the Portuguese star is also set to earn additional money for goals scored, and even more if he wins the Golden Boot again.

While some have questioned the decision to extend Ronaldo’s contract—especially given the massive financial commitment to a 40-year-old—others argue that it reflects his continued value. Admittedly, Ronaldo, despite being considered the GOAT in his prime, is no longer what he once was—no offense, but that’s genetics, right? Still, that doesn’t mean he isn’t good anymore. Recently, Portugal won the 2025 Nations League after his equalizer against Spain forced the match into penalties.

That said, the old Ronaldo might have dragged Al Nassr to a title even with a squad of average players. Nevertheless, his impact on the Saudi Pro League cannot be overstated. His move there in 2023 sparked a boom that attracted many other players to the league. Al Nassr’s follower count on X (formerly Twitter) also surged, as Ronaldo is the most followed athlete in the world.

It was also rumored that the Saudi Pro League had offered Ronaldo a move to another club within the league if he didn’t renew with Al Nassr, though these claims remain unconfirmed.