Portugal icon Cristiano Ronaldo has hinted that his time at Saudi club Al-Nassr might be ending.
On Monday, the 40-year-old superstar posted a cryptic message saying, “This chapter is over,” with a photo of himself in an Al-Nassr jersey. This came just hours after the Saudi Pro League wrapped up its season.
Ronaldo joined Al-Nassr in 2022 from Manchester United. His contract is set to expire this summer.
A special transfer window runs from June 1 to 10, allowing clubs involved in the upcoming Club World Cup to sign new players. Reports say Ronaldo is in talks with several clubs about a possible move before the tournament starts.
What does this mean for fans? Seeing Ronaldo leave Al-Nassr after just one season is a surprise.
But it also opens the door to a new chapter—maybe even a chance to see him and Lionel Messi face off at the Club World Cup, which will be held in June with a record 32 teams.
This chapter is over.
The story? Still being written.
Grateful to all. pic.twitter.com/Vuvl5siEB3— Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) May 26, 2025
Al-Nassr had a decent season but missed out on the Asian Champions League Elite after losing to Japan’s Kawasaki Frontale in the semi-finals.
They finished third in the Saudi Pro League, though Ronaldo still ended as the league’s top scorer with 24 goals. Just last year, Ronaldo hinted he might end his career in Saudi Arabia, but now things look uncertain.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino hinted that Ronaldo could feature for a different club in the Club World Cup. “There are discussions with some clubs, so if any club is interested in hiring Ronaldo for the Club World Cup… who knows?” Infantino said.
His comments sparked mixed reactions, but it seems there’s real movement behind the scenes.
The possibility of seeing both Ronaldo and Messi on the Club World Cup stage is exciting. It’s the first time the tournament will be played in summer, and with 32 teams participating, the stakes are higher than ever.
In short, Ronaldo’s message signals the end of his Saudi adventure—but the story is far from over. Whether he stays in the Middle East, returns to Europe, or joins another club for the Club World Cup, fans will be watching closely.
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