Cristiano Ronaldo: “I’m proud to have been transferred to Al Nassr”

Saudi Arabia’s Al Nassr team, which paired Portuguese soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo with its colours, held a signing ceremony.

Speaking at the signing ceremony held at the Mrsool Park stadium in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, Ronaldo, 37, said: “I am very proud to have made this decision. I fulfilled my dreams in Europe. I won everything. I played in the biggest clubs. Now I’m here for a new challenge. My family is also happy with my decision.” saying.

Expressing that he was very well received in Saudi Arabia, the soccer star said that he came to Saudi Arabia not only to play soccer, but to change the mindset of the new generations and develop women’s soccer.

“THE OPINION OF OTHERS DOESN’T INTEREST ME”

Stating that many clubs from Brazil, America, Portugal and Australia received transfer offers, Ronaldo said: “I made my decision and the opinions of others do not interest me. The league is very competitive. I’m ready to play if I have the chance tomorrow.” He said.

After meeting fans at the stadium after the signing ceremony, Ronaldo handed out the soccer balls he signed to fans in the stands.

END OF MANCHESTER’S CONTRACT

Ronaldo, 37, who grew up in the infrastructure of Sporting Lisbon, later wore the shirts of Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus. Returning to Manchester United in 2021, the Portuguese footballer’s contract was terminated last month following disagreements with manager Erik ten Hag.

A winner of the Ballon d’Or (Golden Ball) player of the year on 5 occasions, Ronaldo enjoyed more than 30 trophies, including 5 UEFA Champions League championships and 7 English, Spanish and Italian league championships.

Ronaldo, who is the only player to surpass 800 goals in his career and score in 5 World Cups, hit the net 118 times in 196 games with the Portuguese National Team. (AA)