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'Al Nassr forever': Cristiano Ronaldo set to earn more than half-a-million dollars a day after signing two-year extension with club
After shutting down discussions on parting ways with the club and joining one of the teams playing in the FIFA Club World Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo has decided to extend his stay at Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Nassr by another two years. Here's more on his contract extension. read more Cristiano Ronaldo has decided to continue with Al-Nassr, the Saudi Pro League club he had signed with as a free agent in January 2023. Image credit: Al Nassr FC There had been a lot of speculation over Cristiano Ronaldo's future at Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr, especially due to the lack of trophies since he joined the club as a free agent in January 2023. Ronaldo had himself thrown hints at parting with Al-Nassr after they failed to qualify for the Club World Cup, a tournament FIFA president Gianni Infantino hoped he would be part of alongside long-time arch-rival Lionel Messi. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Not only did before the 32-team tournament got underway in the United States on 14 June, he has now extended his contract with the club until 2027. More from Football 'A new chapter begins. Same passion, same dream. Let's make history together,' the iconic forward, who had recently , wrote in a post on X confirming his extended stay at the club. A new chapter begins. Same passion, same dream. Let's make history together. 🟡🔵 — Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) June 26, 2025 The five-time Ballon d'Or winner was seen holding a jersey with the words 'Ronaldo 2027' alongside Al-Nassr president Abdullah Al-Majid in a picture accompanying the post. And before the announcement, the club's official social media accounts had posted a video of the 40-year-old walking on a beach and saying the words, 'Al Nassr forever'. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD How much will Cristiano Ronaldo earn in the next two years at Al Nassr? According to The Sun, Ronaldo will be earning nearly half-a-billion pounds (£492 million or US$677 million) after extending his contract by two years. 'CR7', who has topped the goal-scoring chart in each of his two full seasons with Al-Nassr, will thus be earning a whopping half-a-million pounds (£488,000 or US$671,898) per day until the age of 42. Additionally, Ronaldo will be receiving a signing bonus of £24.5 million, which will go up to £38 million should he trigger the second year of his contract. The British publication added that Ronaldo has also been given a 15 per cent ownership stake in the club, worth £33 million (US$45 million) along with bonuses of £4 million and £8 million for winning the golden boot and helping the club win the Saudi Pro League. Ronaldo's status as the world's highest-paid athlete thus is more than likely to remain unchallenged for another two years at least. And a year-year extension with a club at the age of 40 certainly makes Al-Awwal Park, Al-Nassr's home ground, the likely venue for Ronaldo's swansong. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
The Star
3 hours ago
- Health
- The Star
Soccer-Spain's Bonmati hospitalised with viral meningitis days before Euro 2025
Soccer Football - Women's Nations League - League A - Portugal v Spain - Estadio Capital do Movel, Pacos de Ferreira, Portugal - April 4, 2025 Spain's Aitana Bonmati during the warm up before the match REUTERS/Miguel Vidal (Reuters) -Midfielder Aitana Bonmati, Ballon d'Or winner for the last two years, has been hospitalised with viral meningitis less than a week before Spain begin their Women's Euro 2025 campaign, coach Montse Tome said. The 27-year-old missed Friday's 3-1 win over Japan in a friendly as Spain continued building up to their first Group B match against Portugal on July 3. Bonmati shared a picture of herself watching the match from a hospital bed in an Instagram story. "The doctors say that it is controlled. Talking about meningitis can be scary but it is controlled," Tome told reporters after the win in Leganes. "Aitana will be admitted and there are no deadlines yet to know for how long (she will be absent).' Barcelona's Bonmati, who also won the FIFA Women's Player of the Year award for 2023 and 2024, has scored 30 goals for Spain in 78 appearances, playing a key role as they won the Women's World Cup in 2023 and the Women's Nations League last year. "Aitana, for us, is a very important player. We'll wait for her as long as we can," Tome added. Spain, who also have Belgium and Italy in their group, have never made it to the final of the continental championship, reaching the semi-finals only once in 1997. (Reporting by Chiranjit Ojha in Bengaluru; Editing by Sam Holmes)
The Hindu
4 hours ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
Spain's Bonmati hospitalised with viral meningitis days before Women's Euro 2025
Midfielder Aitana Bonmati, Ballon d'Or winner for the last two years, has been hospitalised with viral meningitis less than a week before Spain begins its Women's Euro 2025 campaign, coach Montse Tome said. The 27-year-old missed Friday's 3-1 win over Japan in a friendly as Spain continued building up to its first Group B match against Portugal on July 3. Bonmati shared a picture of herself watching the match from a hospital bed in an Instagram story. 'The doctors say that it is controlled. Talking about meningitis can be scary but it is controlled,' Tome told reporters after the win in Leganes. 'Aitana will be admitted and there are no deadlines yet to know for how long (she will be absent).' Barcelona's Bonmati, who also won the FIFA Women's Player of the Year award for 2023 and 2024, has scored 30 goals for Spain in 78 appearances, playing a key role as it won the Women's World Cup in 2023 and the Women's Nations League last year. 'Aitana, for us, is a very important player. We'll wait for her as long as we can,' Tome added. Spain, which also has Belgium and Italy in its group, has never made it to the final of the continental championship, reaching the semifinals only once in 1997.
Straits Times
4 hours ago
- Sport
- Straits Times
Spain's Bonmati hospitalised with viral meningitis days before Euro 2025
Soccer Football - Women's Nations League - League A - Portugal v Spain - Estadio Capital do Movel, Pacos de Ferreira, Portugal - April 4, 2025 Spain's Aitana Bonmati during the warm up before the match REUTERS/Miguel Vidal Midfielder Aitana Bonmati, Ballon d'Or winner for the last two years, has been hospitalised with viral meningitis less than a week before Spain begin their Women's Euro 2025 campaign, coach Montse Tome said. The 27-year-old missed Friday's 3-1 win over Japan in a friendly as Spain continued building up to their first Group B match against Portugal on July 3. Bonmati shared a picture of herself watching the match from a hospital bed in an Instagram story. "The doctors say that it is controlled. Talking about meningitis can be scary but it is controlled," Tome told reporters after the win in Leganes. "Aitana will be admitted and there are no deadlines yet to know for how long (she will be absent).' Barcelona's Bonmati, who also won the FIFA Women's Player of the Year award for 2023 and 2024, has scored 30 goals for Spain in 78 appearances, playing a key role as they won the Women's World Cup in 2023 and the Women's Nations League last year. "Aitana, for us, is a very important player. We'll wait for her as long as we can," Tome added. Spain, who also have Belgium and Italy in their group, have never made it to the final of the continental championship, reaching the semi-finals only once in 1997. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Time of India
21 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
From Cristiano Ronaldo to Lionel Messi! 10 biggest contracts in football history
Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi (AP Photos) In modern football, elite players are commanding record-breaking salaries, driven by global demand, commercial influence, and the rise of high-paying leagues like Saudi Arabia's Pro League. Cristiano Ronaldo has officially extended his stay with Al Nassr until 2027, ending widespread speculation about his future. The five-time Ballon d'Or winner, who joined the Saudi Arabian club in late 2022 after leaving Manchester United, has quickly become the face of the Saudi Pro League revolution. With 93 goals in 105 appearances, his impact on and off the pitch has been immense. Ronaldo announced the news via social media, vowing to "make history together," while Al Nassr confirmed the deal shortly after. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! His new contract reinforces his position as one of the highest-paid footballers in the world. Here are the ten most lucrative contracts ever signed: 10. Lionel Messi – Inter Miami (2023–2025) Weekly wage: £750,000 Annual salary: £15.6 million 9. Erling Haaland – Manchester City (2022–2027) Weekly wage: £850,000 (with bonuses) Annual salary: £44.2 million 8. Riyad Mahrez – Al-Ahli (2023–2027) Weekly wage: £854,985 Annual salary: £44.5 million 7. Neymar – PSG (2021–2025) Weekly wage: £923,112 Annual salary: £48 million 6. Cristiano Ronaldo – Juventus (2018–2022) Weekly wage: £940,320 Annual salary: £48.9 million 5. Lionel Messi – Barcelona (2017–2021) Weekly wage: £1,162,911 Annual salary: £60.5 million 4. Kylian Mbappé – PSG (2022–2025) Weekly wage: £1,179,290 Annual salary: £61.3 million 3. Neymar – Al Hilal (2023–2025) Weekly wage: £1,637,903 Annual salary: £85.2 million 2. Karim Benzema – Al-Ittihad (2023–2026) Weekly wage: £1,637,903 Annual salary: £85.2 million 1. Cristiano Ronaldo – Al-Nassr (2023–2025) Weekly wage: £3,275,806 Annual salary: £170.3 million Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
