Ronaldo, a five-time Ballon d'Or and five-time Champions League winner, has had a glittering career, winning league titles in England, Spain, Italy, and Saudi Arabia. He is also the all-time top goalscorer in men's international football. The Portugal captain has spent almost four years at Saudi Pro League champions Al-Nassr, where he has one year remaining on his contract, BBC Football reports.
Ronaldo's comments come after his long-time rival Lionel Messi, who has won the Ballon d'Or accolade eight times, also expressed uncertainty about his future in the sport. Messi led Argentina to the World Cup final last week, while Ronaldo's Portugal was eliminated in the round of 16. Ronaldo is 24 goals away from scoring 1,000 senior career goals.
The 41-year-old has a lot to look forward to, with his future mapped out and a range of activities to keep him busy. He plans to have more fun, travel more, watch and play padel, and continue to enjoy what he's earned. Ronaldo's comments suggest that he is ready to move on from football, but it remains to be seen whether he will ultimately decide to retire.
Ronaldo's next move is unclear, but it is likely that he will continue to be involved in the sport in some capacity.