Cristiano Ronaldo, a name synonym for football fans, is currently 40 years old.
The Portuguese superstar is currently using Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro Liga, a step that brought up the eyebrows in the football world when it was announced at the end of 2022.
But his decorated career at Real Madrid, Manchester United and Juventus will be one of the best of all time in history.
His current contract with astonishing 200 million euros per year runs until June 2025 – but the Sport icon will extend his stay in the Middle East.
This means that he will be 41 years old when his New Deal runs, a crucial moment in the career of an athlete, especially one that is decorated and checked as a Ronaldo.
He has not indicated that he will retire in 2026, especially with the World Cup in summer.
But nobody can play forever, and the question of the lips of everyone is: what next for one of the biggest players who ever adorn the beautiful game?
Cristiano Ronaldo will be 40 tomorrow – his statistics in his 30s are wild 🤯 pic.twitter.com/1nbfgiHec4
– B/R Football (@Brfootball) 4th February 2025
Retirement – a life of luxury and leisure
An option for Ronaldo in 2026 is simply retired. He has achieved almost everything that can imagine in football, won countless trophies, broken records that seemed unbreakable, and strengthened his place under the pantheon of the football gods.
His financial security is unequivocal. With an estimated net asset in hundreds of millions, Ronaldo could comfortably live a life in unprecedented luxury.
His annual revenue at Al-Nassr are astronomical and in the shadows of the salaries of most professional athletes.
This income current, combined with its numerous notes and business companies, offers him a financial pillow that could maintain several generations of his family.
Imagine the possibilities: private islands, super sports cars, collections of invaluable art and everything he could ever want.
Ronaldo was able to travel the world, pamper its passions and surround his days of family and friends without lifting a finger again.
He was able to become a full -time father who devoted his time to the upbringing of his children and enjoyed the fruits of his work.
The A-draw of stress-free existence is undoubtedly tempting, especially after the relentless pressure and the control of a career at the highest level of professional sport.
He could just go away, a king in his kingdom and leaves a legacy that is talked about over generations.
But the counter argument is – Ronaldo loves football too much to give up before he has to.
🚨 Cristiano Ronaldo: “I am the best player ever, I think that”.
“I’m fast, I’m strong (I score) with my header, with the left, nobody was ever more complete than me.” pic.twitter.com/oflfnwzzsz
– Fabrizio Romano (@fabrizioromano) 4th February 2025
Continue to play – the insatiable fire
The fire still seems to burn brightly in the Champions League, Laliga and the Premier League winner. He continues to train strictly and keeps the physique of a man who is much younger than his years.
He often spoke of his wish to play as long as possible and to cross the limits of what is possible for a footballer of his age.
The question is, how long can he compete realistically at a high level? While the Saudi Pro league grows in the stature, it is not the same level of competition as the best leagues in Europe.
The intensity, the pace and the overall quality of the game are different. Ronaldo’s move to Al-Nassr made it possible for him to continue regularly and achieve a significant income, but he also removed it from the European spotlight.
Could he return to European football before finally putting his boots? It is not beyond the area of
While moving to a first -class club could be unlikely, a stay in a somewhat less demanding club in a competitive league could be up to date.
A return to sports in Portugal or a change to the competing Lionel Messi in the MLS? This would enable him to test himself against high -quality opposition and possibly increase his already amazing goal list.
Ultimately, the decision at Ronaldo himself rests. Does he still have the wish and physical skills to compete at the highest level? Only he knows the answer.
Cristiano Ronaldo has scored 460 goals for 30 years. That is more than these players in their entire career:
Samuel Eto’o – 420
Thierry Henry – 411
Didier Drogba – 367
Wayne Rooney – 366
Ruud van Nistelrooy – 366
Robin van Persie – 322
Diego Forlan – 310He… pic.twitter.com/k8fs8j3axv
– Football on TNT Sports (@footballontnt) 4th February 2025
If Ronaldo finally decides to call time for his career as a player, a variety of options will undoubtedly offer.
His charisma, his knowledge of the game and his global attraction make him a coveted figure.
Could he go into the expert and offer his knowledge and analyzes on television? His presence would certainly attract the audience and his opinions would be weight.
Management is another way he could explore. While it requires a different skill than playing, Ronaldo’s experience and understanding of the game could make him a successful trainer.
He played among some of the largest managers in the world and learned from their tactics and leadership styles. It remains to be seen whether he has patience and temperament for management.
Perhaps a role as an ambassador for the game would be better. Ronaldo could travel to the world, promote football and inspire young players.
His influence and reach are immense and he could use his platform to have a positive impact on sport. He could also concentrate on its numerous business companies, expand its empire and consolidate his heir as a successful entrepreneur.
Whatever Ronaldo does after his retirement is certain – he will remain a prominent figure in the world of football.
Regardless of whether he is graceful at 40, enjoys the fruits of his work or continue to oppose expectations for the field, his next chapter is eagerly awaited by fans around the world.
🚨 Cristiano Ronaldo: “When I am finished with 920, 925 goals … it doesn’t matter to me at all. I am the best in history. Period”.
“When I scored 1,000 goals, great. If not, that’s okay. Numbers don’t lie, ”said Chiringuito. pic.twitter.com/6p2xvza4ik
– Fabrizio Romano (@fabrizioromano) 4th February 2025
