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Ronaldo Becomes Highest-Paid Player As He Extends Contract with Al Nassr
Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly reached an agreement to extend his contract with Al Nassr, solidifying his position as the highest-paid player in football history.
The new deal, which is said to be worth £173 million per year, will keep the five-time Ballon d’Or winner with the Saudi Arabian club for the foreseeable future.
Ronaldo’s current contract, which was set to expire in the summer, had brought rumors about his future, with clubs like Al-Hilal, where Brazilian star Neymar Jr. currently plays, showing interest.
Despite these links, Ronaldo seems determined to continue his journey with Al Nassr, while showing a desire to stay competitive in the Saudi Pro League.
In fact, reports suggest Ronaldo is not just staying with Al Nassr, but he wants the club to strengthen its squad for next season, ensuring they can compete with top-tier clubs in the region and beyond.
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has spoken about the club’s signing of Enzo Fernández from Chelsea and why he is excited about the move.
Fernández completed his move to Manchester City from Chelsea on deadline day, with the midfielder joining the club for a British record-equalling £125 million.
Maresca said “Enzo Fernández… we’ve signed a winner. Enzo has a winning mentality, he knows how to win – World Cup, Club World Cup. And the main thing is that he’s a winner.”
“I can promise you in the last four or five days, four or five players were asking if he’s coming or not, because they wanted him with us!”
PSG manager Luis Enrique has shared his thoughts on who should win the 2026 Ballon d’Or, saying he believes the award should go to one of his players.
He said, “The Ballon d’Or should go to a PSG player, We have players who have won the Champions League. We have Fabián, who won the World Cup as well. We have Ousmane, who won the Ballon d’Or last season. That’s my opinion, but I’m not interested in individual awards.”
The 2026 Ballon d’Or ceremony is scheduled to take place in London on October 26, with the shortlist set to be revealed on September 8.
British broadcaster Piers Morgan speaks on the Ronaldo vs. Messi debate and shares who the actual GOAT (Greatest Of All Time) is.
He determined the GOAT by the number of goals they have scored for their countries after retirement.
“Lionel Messi quits international football, having scored 125 goals for Argentina, the second-highest number in football history.
“@Cristiano Ronaldo has scored 146 goals for Portugal, the highest in football history. This settles the (GOAT) debate.”
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