As the years go by, the question of the departure of Cristiano Ronaldo takes an increasing place in the public debate. However, at the edge of a restless new summer, CR7 continues to trace its road with amazing energy. If he may play his last weeks in the al-Nassr jersey, his name already circulates on the side of Al-Hilal or Wydad Casablanca, all committed to the next club. And with the Portugal armband still on the arm, he leaves doubt about his intentions for the Euro and even the 2026 World Cup.
Asked about his future, Ronaldo wanted to cut short all speculation. The former Ballon d'Or assured that no one had the right to dictate the end of his career. “I will have to decide to stop myself. Neither a club, nor a selection, nor a coach can do it for me ”he hammered, thus taking up the words of Alan Shearer who believes that PortugaiS “will have to withdraw itself because Portugal will never put it outside”. A clear reminder that at 40, the man with a thousand records has still not said his last word.
Retirement ? Ronaldo traces his own road
And the facts prove him right. Despite age, Cristiano Ronaldo continues to provide services to the Seleção. Present in the last list for the League of Nations, he is even expected to compete in Euro 2024, and why not the World Cup in a year and a half. “What he does at 40 is incredible”, Surprise Shearer. “He still scores with Portugal. No matter the level, playing at that age is already a feat. »» A longevity that forces respect, including in his former opponents.
World of clubs, euro or retirement? Ronaldo maintains the suspense
It remains to be seen where the fivefold Ballon d'Or will deposit its suitcases for next season. His contract with Al-Nassr matters, and even if an extension is still possible, the temptation of a new international challenge remains strong. Participating in a last club World Cup, why not with another team than its current, could offer a last setting to its legend.
Basically, this declaration strengthens an obvious truth: Cristiano Ronaldo has always dictated his own tempo. From his beginnings in Lisbon to Riyadh's projectors, he has constantly challenged career logics. And if the time of retirement is approaching, it will only come to its own way, according to its own calendar. As always.
