(Football news) Cristiano Ronaldo recently signed for Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr and will earn an estimated 200m euros (£177m) annually which includes sponsorship commitments. Reports had emerged that the deal also included Ronaldo’s contract included commitments towards Saudi Arabia’s bid for the 2030 World Cup. However, the club have denied any such clause in the 37 year old’s contract, saying that his “does not entail commitments to any World Cup bids”.

“Al-Nassr FC would like to clarify that contrary to news reports, Cristiano Ronaldo’s contract with Al-Nassr does not entail commitments to any World Cup bids. His main focus is on Al-Nassr and to work with his teammates to help the club achieve success.”

Al Nassr said in a statement

Ronaldo is expected to make his debut for the club on 22 January against Ettifaq but could potentially make his first appearance for the club in an exhibition match against Paris Saint-Germain. This means that he could potentially face his adversary Lionel Messi once again in what could be the final clash between two of the greatest footballers, not just of their generation but of all time.

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