Ronaldo's Hidden Exit Clause Could Push Him Away from Al Nassr
2 February 2026
Update on Ronaldo and Al Nassr
Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo could soon exercise a unilateral termination clause in his Al Nassr contract, according to a Monday report from Record.
Ronaldo allegedly staged a show of defiance by refusing to take part in Al Nassr's 0-0 draw with Riyadh in the Saudi Pro League's Round 20.
The reason, according to reports, is Ronaldo's anger at the Saudi Public Investment Fund administration after paving the way for Karim Benzema to join Al Hilal, while Al Nassr reportedly suffers from weak backing despite both stars under the same umbrella.
Record notes Ronaldo holds a clause in his deal that would allow unilateral termination in June 2026.
The Portugal captain is said to have several European and American offers that could tempt him away from Al Nassr as the dispute unfolds.
Earlier reports had suggested Ronaldo might leave soon, even though his contract runs to 2027.
As the saga unfolds, fans and pundits will be watching whether the exit clause is activated or the stalemate is resolved behind closed doors.
Punchline 1: That clause is so secret, even Ronaldo needs a decoder ring.
Punchline 2: If suspense paid salaries, Ronaldo would be a billionaire by now.
