Cristiano Ronaldo's Future Plans Unveiled Amid Exit Talks from Al Nassr: Retirement Decision Revealed

There are few players in football history who have had a career as remarkable as Cristiano Ronaldo's. His journey, which began on the streets of Madeira, is set to come to a close in Saudi Arabia with Al-Nassr, where the striker has confirmed he will be hanging up his boots. Ronaldo has left his mark on the world by scoring goals in every corner of the globe. Following successful spells in Spain, Italy, and England, Ronaldo made the move to Al-Nassr in January 2023 and has since scored an impressive 61 goals in just 67 games, as well as providing 16 assists.

"I don't know if I will retire soon, in two or three years but probably I will retire at Al Nassr. I'm very happy at this club, and I feel good in this country too, I love playing in Saudi Arabia. I want to continue,” said Ronaldo to Portuguese TV channel NOW

The 39-year-old Portuguese star's most successful time came for Real Madrid where he attained the status of all-time great. In 438 games, Ronaldo smashed the ball to the back of the net an astonishing 450 times. He is also the all-time leading top scorer internationally.

The Portugal captain was insistent that, despite being one of the best players in football history, he does not want a farewell tour with the national team and it will be a 'very spontaneous decision'.

"When I leave the national team, I won't tell anyone beforehand and it will be a very spontaneous decision on my part, but also a well-thought-out one. Right now, what I want most is to help the national team in its upcoming matches. We have the Nations League coming up soon and I would really like to play there," he added.

In the past, many top players transitioned into coaches, with perhaps the best example being Pep Guardiola, who played for FC Barcelona and went on to become one of the greatest coaches in the game.

In current days, the trend has increased significantly, with Xabi Alonso and Mikel Arteta the prime examples. However, Ronaldo dismissed any talk of him taking a managerial role after retirement.

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"In my mind, at the moment, it is not about being a first team coach, or a coach of any team. I don't see my future being that way. I see myself doing other things outside of football, but only god knows what the future holds," concluded Ronaldo.

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