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June 4, 2025
With Al Nassr out of the upcoming Club World Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo’s future has taken an unexpected twist. A surprise transfer could still see him feature in the tournament — and rumors are flying. Here’s what we know so far, and why the next few days could be crucial.
Cristiano Ronaldo may have wrapped up another season with a handful of goals and signature celebrations in Saudi Arabia — but the football world is buzzing for a different reason. As the 2025 Club World Cup draws closer, fans are asking a question that just a few months ago would've seemed far-fetched: could Ronaldo still end up playing in the tournament, even though Al Nassr won’t be there? That question has gained serious traction in recent days, and not without reason. Even crypto experts from Toshi.bet have raised their eyebrows when they heard about the possibility of seeing Ronaldo participating in the tournament!
Cristiano Ronaldo - Club Word Cup?
After Al Nassr’s final match of the season, Ronaldo took to X (formerly Twitter) and posted a message that sent shockwaves across social media.
This chapter is over.
— Cristiano Ronaldo (@Cristiano) May 26, 2025
The story? Still being written.
Grateful to all. pic.twitter.com/Vuvl5siEB3
The post didn’t name names, but it didn’t need to. The timing — right after the club missed out on both the league title and Club World Cup qualification — raised eyebrows everywhere.
While the message could be about the end of the season, it also leaves the door wide open for speculation about his future. Could he really be on the move again?
For those wondering why this is even a discussion: Al Nassr didn’t make the cut for the Club World Cup. Their domestic performance wasn’t enough, and with Saudi Arabia already sending Al Hilal to the competition, there’s no room left for Ronaldo’s current team.
That alone would typically rule a player out. But FIFA, perhaps sensing the opportunity to spice things up, opened a special transfer window for the tournament — running from June 1 to June 10. Any of the qualified clubs can still add players. Yes, even big names.
And yes, Ronaldo is very much available.
Here’s where things get even more interesting. A number of clubs have reportedly made contact or expressed interest in recent weeks — some more surprising than others.
• Al Hilal: Staying in Saudi but jumping ship? Not impossible. Al Hilal are in the tournament and have the money — and ambition — to make a splash.
• Inter Miami: A reunion with Messi? If we’re talking drama and headlines, this one would blow the roof off. And with Miami playing in the Club World Cup, it’s not just a fantasy.
• LAFC: They just qualified and could use a star boost to lead the line. U.S. market, international appeal — Ronaldo fits the bill.
• Chelsea: Yes, even Chelsea have been floated as a possibility. While this feels more speculative, short-term deals aren’t unheard of in Club World Cup prep.
• Wydad Casablanca & Monterrey: Both qualified. Both ambitious. And both reportedly in the mix.
• Botafogo: A move to Brazil would be wild, but the club has publicly flirted with the idea.
Whether it’s for brand value, ticket sales, or sporting ambition, any team that signs Ronaldo brings more than a striker — they get a marketing machine. And with the Club World Cup expanding and global attention growing, his presence could be game-changing.
One thing’s clear: as the June 10 transfer deadline approaches, anything is possible. Ronaldo has defied expectations throughout his career — don’t be shocked if he does it again.
Cristiano Ronaldo next game for Portugal is on June 4, against Germany, for the UEFA Nations League. You can watch Germany vs Portugal, Chile vs Argentina, Spain vs France, Andorra vs England, Norway vs Italy and Ecuador vs Brazil, all matches provided from our live football streaming game pages.
Portugal next game:
Germany vs Portugal kick-off time (04-06-2025):
Beijing (China) | UTC/GMT+7: 03:00
India (New Delhi) | UTC/GMT+4.30: 00:30
Saudi Arabia (Riyadh) | UTC/GMT+2: 22:00
Spain (Madrid) | UTC/GMT+1: 21:00
Portugal and England (Lisbon/London) | UTC/GMT+0: 20:00
Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) | UTC/GMT-3: 17:00
New York (United States) | UTC/GMT-4: 16:00
Los Angeles (United States) | UTC/GMT-7: 13:00
Sources: ronaldo7.net / aljazeera.com / skysports.com
