Cristiano Ronaldo has completed a move to Saudi Arabian side, Al-Nassr despite initially denying that he is set to join the club.
Recall that during the just concluded Qatar World Cup, the former Manchester United star had denied speculations he was set to join Al-Nassr.
Though he confirmed that the club did make an offer, Ronaldo rubbished reports claiming that he had agreed to join Al-Nassr after they reportedly offered him £300 million for three years.
“No, that is not true — not true,” said Ronaldo after Portugal registered a 6-1 win in the FIFA World Cup round of 16 clash against Switzerland and advanced to the quarterfinals.
Ronald whose last contract with Manchester United was mutually terminated in November 2022, after an explosive and unsanctioned interview with Piers Morgan, in which he criticised manager Erik ten Hag and club owners the Glazers while claiming that he was “betrayed” by the club, joined Al-Nassr where he is expected to earn around £173 million per year.
A statement from the club on Friday night, December 30 read: “This is more than history in the making.
“This is a signing that will not only inspire our club to achieve even greater success but inspire our league, our nation and future generations, boys and girls to be the best version of themselves. Welcome, Cristiano, to your new home.”
Ronaldo added: “Al Nassr’s vision is very inspiring and impressive. I look forward to a different league experience in a different country. I am excited to join my team-mates as soon as possible.”
Al-Nassr are currently the league leaders of the Saudi Pro League, having won seven of their opening 10 matches.
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