Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly agreed an extension to his contract at Al-Nassr, with the Portuguese remaining the “highest-paid player in history”.

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• Moved to Saudi Pro League in 2023
• Fresh terms will avoid free agency being hit
• Closing in on 100 goals for Al-Nassr

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  The five-time Ballon d’Or winner added that title to the many others that he already owns when agreeing a move to the Middle East in 2023. Ronaldo is working on terms in the Saudi Pro League that are said to be worth £173 million ($211m) per season.

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• THE BIGGER PICTURE

  Ronaldo’s current deal is due to expire in the summer, but and are reporting that CR7 has agreed to prolong his association with Al-Nassr. He had been linked with several other clubs around the world, including Al-Hilal – where Brazilian superstar Neymar is currently plying his trade.

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  DID YOU KNOW?

  It is, however, being claimed that Ronaldo wants to compete with them, rather than represent them, and has sought assurances that big money will be spent in the summer transfer window as Al-Nassr take aim at the grandest of trophies.

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• WHAT NEXT FOR RONALDO?

  Ronaldo has registered 81 goals through 90 appearances for Al-Nassr, with remarkable individual standards being maintained at 39 years of age. He has already become a centurion in the goal department at previous clubs Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus.

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