Cristiano Ronaldo (40) has signed a massive contract extension with Al Nassr (Saudi Arabia). However, there are claims that this contract could lead to a series of departures of team colleagues.
British 'Sports Bible' pointed out on the 3rd (Korea time) that Ronaldo, whose contract was set to expire on the 30th of last month, has recently signed a two-year contract extension with Al Nassr, which is expected to have a direct impact on the status of existing foreign players on the team.
Previously, according to British 'Telegraph', Ronaldo signed a contract worth about £340 million (approximately 634.5 billion won) with Al Nassr. Ronaldo is expected to continue his playing career until the age of 42 and plans to maintain influence in Saudi Arabia after retirement.
In particular, it is reported that this contract includes a private jet worth £4 million (approximately 7.5 billion won), substantial bonuses, 16 dedicated staff members, and a brand ambassador role.
After signing the contract, Ronaldo noted, "I believed in winning in the Saudi League, so I extended my contract" and stated, "I would like to contribute to the growth of not only football but also this country for my whole life."
However, this contract extension by Ronaldo is expected to impact the futures of existing foreign players on the team. Reports have emerged that forward John Duran (22, Colombia), who came from Aston Villa, is set to leave Al Nassr just six months after joining.
Duran donned the Al Nassr jersey for £65 million. He recorded 12 goals (8 goals in 13 league matches) over 18 games in his debut season. Although Duran earns a weekly wage of £320,000 (approximately 600 million won), it is reported that he will head to Fenerbahce, managed by taxes Mourinho.
Sadio Mane has also been in the news about potentially leaving the team this summer. Mane joined Al Nassr in 2023 and has recorded 37 goals (25 assists) in 93 games. British 'Guardian' explained, "Both Mane and Duran have been overshadowed by Ronaldo. This may lead to them leaving the team in the summer."
Ultimately, Ronaldo is set to continue being the symbol of Al Nassr for another two years, but there are projections that this may act as a signal for significant restructuring of the team.
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