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Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly on the verge of signing a stunning new contract extension with Al-Nassr, keeping him at the Saudi club for at least another two seasons. The 40-year-old forward, who continues to defy age with his performances, is set to pocket eye-watering sums over the next two years.

According to reports from Marca, negotiations for a contract extension began back in January and are now nearing completion. Ronaldo, currently one of the highest-paid athletes in the world, is expected to earn a colossal €400 million (£342.65 million) across the next two years. This deal would push his already substantial net worth to approximately $800 million (£602 million).

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi may be about to play together for the first time in their illustrious careers, according to a surprising new plan.

The two football legends, both widely considered the greatest players of all time, have spent years being compared to each other, especially during their time at Barcelona and Real Madrid, before Ronaldo moved to Juventus in 2018. Between them, they have amassed 13 Ballon d’Or trophies – Ronaldo with five and Messi with eight.

When it comes to their competitive record, Messi leads with 16 wins to Ronaldo’s 11, along with nine draws. Over the years, Messi has scored 22 goals against Ronaldo, while the Portuguese forward has netted 21.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s future has been the subject of intense speculation ever since he left Manchester United in a dramatic exit in late 2022.

His contract with Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr is set to expire at the end of the current season, and with reports suggesting he has agreed to extend his stay in the Middle East, his potential next move remains a topic of heated debate. However, one of the most shocking potential moves is a return to the Premier League—but not with his former club, Manchester United. Instead, a move to their bitter rivals, Manchester City, could be on the cards, with some pundits believing the 40-year-old forward would be open to such a high-profile switch.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s influence at Manchester United in the mid-2000s extended far beyond his on-field performances. One of the most remarkable examples of his impact came in 2007 when he personally helped secure the signings of Brazilian twins Rafael and Fabio da Silva, who were then considering their options after being scouted by United.

At just 21 years old, Ronaldo was already a key figure at Old Trafford, having firmly established himself as one of the Premier League’s most dynamic and talented players. His contributions to United's success in both the Premier League and Champions League were undeniable, and his role as a leader in the dressing room was growing. When the Da Silva twins were on the verge of making a decision about their next move, Ronaldo took it upon himself to directly intervene and convince them that Manchester United was the right choice.

Carlo Ancelotti has expressed his belief that Kylian Mbappe has the potential to have a similar impact at Real Madrid as Cristiano Ronaldo did during his illustrious nine-season tenure.

Since making his highly anticipated move to the Spanish capital last summer, Mbappe has made an immediate impression, scoring 22 goals in 27 La Liga appearances this season, along with seven goals in the Champions League, where he has helped propel the team into the quarter-finals.

Mbappe’s recent brace against Leganes, including the match-winning goal in a thrilling 3-2 comeback victory, further emphasized his growing influence at the club. The Frenchman’s efforts have kept Real Madrid within three points of league leaders Barcelona, with the team continuing to chase domestic and European glory.

The AFC Champions League Elite is reaching its exciting final stages this month, with Saudi Arabia hosting the quarter-finals, semi-finals, and the final. Among the eight teams vying for continental glory are three Saudi giants—Al Ahli, Al Hilal, and Al Nassr—all hoping to secure the prestigious title.

However, there’s also a secondary prize up for grabs for the tournament’s top scorer: the Golden Boot. Several star players are currently battling for this coveted individual accolade, including Al Nassr’s Cristiano Ronaldo, Al Hilal’s Salem al-Dawsari, and Al Ahli’s Riyad Mahrez. Let’s take a closer look at the contenders chasing this season’s Golden Boot in the ACL Elite.

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have been football’s greatest rivals for over a decade, but a sensational development could see them play on the same team later this year. The two icons, who defined an era with their battles in La Liga and beyond, might share the pitch not as opponents but as teammates for the first time in their illustrious careers.

Ronaldo’s contract with Al Nassr is set to expire this summer, leaving the door open for a potential move. While the expectation is that the Portuguese superstar will re-sign with the Saudi club, a temporary detour could see him join a Club World Cup team before returning to the Saudi Pro League. talkSPORT reports that such a scenario is being considered, which would put Ronaldo in the middle of the revamped tournament set to take place in the United States from June 15 to July 13.

For years, football fans have controlled Cristiano Ronaldo on virtual pitches, scoring goals and celebrating with his iconic "siu" in video game franchises like FIFA and eFootball.

But now, the five-time Ballon d'Or winner is stepping into an entirely different kind of virtual arena—one where kicks and strikes carry a much more literal impact.

Ronaldo has been announced as a playable character in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, an upcoming fighting game set for release next month. Instead of weaving past defenders and launching thunderous free-kicks, players will control him in one-on-one combat against seasoned fighters. It’s a major crossover for the Portuguese superstar, who now joins a franchise that has been a cornerstone of the fighting game genre since its debut in the early 1990s.

Al Nassr are reportedly preparing a stunning move for Arsenal's Gabriel Magalhaes this summer, with the Saudi giants already in contact with the Brazilian defender. The 25-year-old has been a key figure for the Gunners since his arrival, and despite his current contract running until 2027, Al Nassr are determined to lure him to the Saudi Pro League with a lucrative offer.

The Saudi club are said to be offering a salary of around €20 million (approximately £16.8m), which is three times the amount of his current deal at Arsenal. While Gabriel is fully focused on helping Arsenal pursue success this season, including the Champions League, he is open to the possibility of a move to Saudi Arabia in the future.

Diogo Dalot has expressed that every member of the Portugal national team is determined to help Cristiano Ronaldo achieve his dream of winning the World Cup before he retires.

The five-time Ballon d'Or winner will be 41 by the time next year's World Cup is held across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, making it likely to be his final chance at winning the prestigious tournament, which has eluded him in his previous five attempts.