Cristiano Ronaldo makes decision over future after Club World Cup talks

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to become a free agent this summer (Getty)

Cristiano Ronaldo has chosen to sign a new contract with Al-Nassr and will not play at the Club World Cup this summer, according to reports.

The 40-year-old has just finished his third season in the Saudi Pro League and ended up as the division’s top scorer for the second campaign in a row.

However, Al-Nassr endured a difficult season as they finished third in the Saudi Pro League and failed to qualify for the AFC Champions League.

After Al-Nassr’s final game of the season on Monday night which ended in a 3-2 defeat to Al-Fateh, Ronaldo indicated on his social media channels that he would be leaving the Saudi club.

‘This chapter is over,’ Ronaldo wrote alongside a picture of himself in an Al-Nassr shirt.

‘The story? Still being written. Grateful to all.’

Al-Hilal, who are due to play Real Madrid in their first group game at the Club World Cup on June 18, had held talks to sign Ronaldo on a free transfer, with his contract due to expire on June 30.

Moroccan side Wydad Athletic Club had also held exploratory talks to sign Ronaldo for their Club World Cup campaign this summer.

However, FootMercato reports that Al-Nassr have reached an agreement to extend Ronaldo’s contract.

The report claims that a deal has already been signed, and Ronaldo is expected to remain with the Saudi club for another two seasons.

Speaking on Thursday, Al-Nassr’s sporting director, Fernando Hierro, claimed that negotiations with Ronaldo over a contract extension were ongoing.

‘We are still in negotiations with Cristiano,’ Hierro said. ‘Hopefully we can find a solution on a renewal.

‘Cris is now with his national team, with a few days off. His contract runs until June 30. We’ll continue working so that all parties can reach an understanding.

‘Without a doubt, everyone is working to ensure he continues here. There is a strong push from the entire country for him to stay and that will also be very important for him.’

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