Former Al-Nassr coach Luis Castro has insisted that Cristiano Ronaldo has not indicated any plans to leave the Saudi Pro League club, despite recent speculation following a cryptic social media post by the Portuguese star.
Castro clarified that Ronaldo's post stating "this chapter is over" was referring to the conclusion of the season rather than signaling his departure from Al-Nassr.
"Every season that ends is like a cycle that closes. That is how I see it," Castro told the media, as reported by The Nassr Zone. "I don't see it or interpret it the way many do. A chapter has closed, a football season has ended. We are going to start a new one."
Speculation about Ronaldo's future intensified following Al-Nassr's 3-2 defeat against Al-Fateh in their final Saudi Pro League match of the season. After the game, Ronaldo's social media post suggested his time at the club might be "over," triggering widespread rumors about a potential transfer.
The five-time Ballon d'Or winner joined Al-Nassr after his contract with Manchester United was terminated by mutual consent. Since moving to Saudi Arabia, Ronaldo has been a key figure for the club, though they failed to secure the league title this season.
Castro's comments suggest that Ronaldo remains committed to Al-Nassr for the upcoming season, putting to rest rumors of an imminent departure from the Saudi club.
The clarification comes as welcome news for Al-Nassr fans who have embraced Ronaldo as the face of their club since his high-profile arrival in the Saudi Pro League.
