Cristiano Ronaldo has never failed to surprise both fans and commentators alike—on the pitch, as well as through his Twitter account. The soccer great recently stirred the sporting world with a mysterious post that seems to signal an end of an era for him on the pitch. But is it the end, or is this merely the start of another chapter?
In his latest post, Ronaldo wrote:
“The chapter is over, the story? Still being written. Grateful to all.”
The 40-year-old multi-award-winning striker triggered an immediate frenzy of speculations. Is it a suggestion in a quiet way that his Al Nassr chapter, during which he has been since December 2022, is soon to end? Or is he heading towards some completely new chapter of his business and personal life?
One phrase of the tweet that strikes me is Ronaldo’s gratitude: “Grateful to all.” It is such a thank-you to his fans, teammates, and clubs that have backed him over the years. Whether he is closing out his Al Nassr days or looking back on his whole career, this expression of gratitude seems intimate and sincere.
While we don’t yet know the entire picture, one thing is for sure: Cristiano Ronaldo is preparing for something big. Whether this is the close of his Saudi Arabian sojourn, returning to Europe, or a complete exit from football.
But this much is clear: The story of Cristiano Ronaldo is far from over.
