Cristiano Ronaldo drops sensational return hint with Al-Nassr star determined to 'keep going' at age of 40

Cristiano Ronaldo, 40, has dropped a bombshell hint about a potential return to European football despite his current contract with Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr. The Portugal international, who joined Al-Nassr in 2023 for a reported €200 million deal, told reporters he's determined to 'keep going' and achieve his ambition of scoring 1,000 career goals. Ronaldo currently has 928 goals across club and international football. Speaking after Al-Nassr's 3-1 victory over Al-Okhdood on December 28, 2025, Ronaldo said: 'I'm not thinking about retirement. I feel good, I feel strong and I want to keep going.' The five-time Ballon d'Or winner has scored 118 goals in 140 appearances for Al-Nassr since his move from Manchester United. His comments come amid speculation about his future beyond his current contract, which expires in 2026.