Ronaldo has broken his silence on his decision to dump Europe for the Middle East.
Ahead of the release of the upcoming Netflix documentary about the Saudi Pro League, Cristiano Ronaldo addressed a long-standing rumour about his mega-money move to Saudi Arabia.
The 39-year-old Portuguese legend joined Al Nassr in January 2023 following a tumultuous exit from Manchester United-in a mouth-watering deal that saw him become the world's highest-paid footballer.
"People say Cristiano is here just for the money," Ronaldo admitted in a trailer for the upcoming series series.
"But I still have the passion, and I'm here to win."
This candid statement underscores his continued dedication to football, even as one of the richest footballers in the world.
Despite his age, Ronaldo has proven critics wrong, delivering exceptional performances in the Middle East.
This season alone, he has already found the net six times and provided two assists in nine matches, propelling Al Nassr to third place in the league, six points shy of the top spot.
Netflix to unveil deep dive docuseries on Saudi Pro League
Premiering on November 21, Netflix is set to release a six-part docuseries exploring Saudi Arabia's historic football season, focusing on its ambitious push to redefine global perceptions of the Saudi Pro League.
Produced by Whisper, the series follows five elite teams-Al Nassr, Al Hilal, Al Ittihad, Al Ahli, and Al Etiffaq-through a season marked by intense rivalries and groundbreaking changes.
The documentary delves into key questions about Saudi Arabia's monumental investments in football in a bid to elevate its global stature as well as how its international stars like Ronaldo and Neymar are adapting to the cultural shift.
The documentary also explored how Saudi players are navigating the influx of foreign talent in the league.
For fans of Ronaldo, the series offers an unparalleled look at his leadership and drive, while also spotlighting other big names like Neymar, whose move to Al Hilal has further amplified Saudi football's ambitions.
With the 2034 FIFA World Cup in sight, the stakes have never been higher.
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