Cristiano Ronaldo has signed a new contract with the Saudi Arabian football club Al-Nassr, putting an end to recent rumors about his departure.
Ronaldo has agreed to continue playing for the team for an extended period. Here is a simple breakdown of everything necessary in his new deal.
How Long Will He Stay?
Ronaldo has extended his stay with Al-Nassr until the summer of 2027. This means he will be playing for the club for two more years. Since he is currently 40 years old, this new deal will see him playing professional football until he is at least 42.
What’s the Big Money Involved?
The most discussed aspect of this new contract is the substantial amount of money Ronaldo will be earning.
- Huge Salary: He will be paid an incredible amount, reportedly around ₹2000 Crore (£178 million) per year. This makes him one of the highest-paid athletes in the world.
- Signing Bonus: As a sign of appreciation for signing the new contract, Ronaldo will receive a substantial one-time payment. This is reportedly around £24.5 million for the first year, and it could increase to £38 million if he stays for the second year of the contract.
Bonuses for Winning and Scoring
Besides his regular salary, Ronaldo can earn even more money if he and the team perform well.
- Winning the League: If Al-Nassr wins the Saudi Pro League, Ronaldo will get a bonus of about £8 million.
- Winning the Asian Champions League: If his team becomes the champion of Asia, he will get another bonus of around £6.5 million.
- Top Scorer Bonus: If he scores the most goals in the league (wins the Golden Boot), he will receive an additional £4 million.
- Goal and Assist Bonuses: He will also get a bonus for every goal he scores (around £80,000) and for every time he helps a teammate score (an assist, around £40,000).
More Than Just a Player: Special Perks
This new deal gives Ronaldo more than just a salary and bonuses. He is now a very important figure at the club in other ways, too.
- Part-Owner of the Club: In a very unique move, Ronaldo has been given a 15% ownership stake in Al-Nassr. This means he now owns a part of the club he plays for.
- Private Jet: The club will cover the expenses for his private jet, up to a value of about £4 million.
- Sponsorship Deals: The contract also promises him around £60 million in sponsorship deals, which are separate from his club salary.
In short, Cristiano Ronaldo’s new contract with Al-Nassr is not just a regular player’s deal. It’s a massive financial package that makes him a central part of the club’s future, both on and off the football pitch. He will continue to be the face of Saudi Arabian football for the next couple of years.
