Cristiano Ronaldo has triggered fresh speculation about his future with Al Nassr. The legendary footballer posted a cryptic message on Instagram after a heartbreaking 3-2 defeat to Al Fateh. In that game, Ronaldo scored the opening goal, but it wasn’t enough to secure a win. Al Nassr finished third in the 2024/25 Saudi Pro League, falling short of expectations.
After the match, Ronaldo shared a short message online:
“This chapter is over. The story? Still being written. Grateful to all.”
The post immediately went viral. Many fans and media outlets are now wondering if this signals the end of Cristiano Ronaldo’s time in Saudi Arabia.
His current contract with Al Nassr is set to expire on June 30. With that deadline approaching fast, the timing of this message has added more fuel to the exit rumors. Some followers believe the statement simply reflects the end of the football season. Others are convinced it’s a farewell message hinting at a major move.
The situation becomes more interesting with the upcoming Club World Cup. A special transfer window opens from June 1 to June 10, allowing clubs involved in the tournament to sign new players. Cristiano Ronaldo’s future participation in that competition is still unclear. However, discussions are ongoing.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino addressed the matter during a live conversation with famous YouTuber IShowSpeed.
“Cristiano Ronaldo might play in the Club World Cup,” Infantino said. “There are discussions with some clubs. So if anyone is interested, who knows? Still a few weeks left. It will be fun.”
Ronaldo has certainly left his mark at Al Nassr. Since joining the Saudi club, he has scored an astonishing 99 goals in just 111 appearances. He netted 25 goals this season alone, earning the title of top scorer in the Saudi Pro League for the second year in a row. Despite his personal success, the club failed to clinch the league title.
Now the big question is—what’s next for Cristiano Ronaldo? The Portuguese icon turns 40 soon, yet he remains in peak form. His future is the subject of intense speculation. Clubs around the world are likely keeping a close watch. Whether he stays in Riyadh, joins another team, or makes a surprise move for the Club World Cup, remains to be seen.
What’s clear is that Cristiano Ronaldo still has chapters to write in his extraordinary football journey.