"It has been a longtime ambition of mine to contribute to football, beyond the pitch. The Al-Nassr and Portugal captain, who is now an active player and co-owner, said in a statement on Thursday morning, as per the Daily Mail."
"The five-time Ballon d'Or winner was back among the goals on Wednesday night, with his penalty breaking the deadlock in a 5-0 win over Al-Najma. As things stand, Ronaldo's side sit top of the table, two points clear of second-placed Al-Ahli after 23 matches, suggesting the former Real Madrid superstar still has some distance to go before retirement."
"However, as life after football edges nearer, where Ronaldo - and indeed his long-time adversary Lionel Messi - might be in five years' time remains a hot topic. Many would bet their bottom dollar on the former moving into management at some stage, though his latest endeavour suggests club ownership could also be firmly on the agenda."
Cristiano Ronaldo has purchased a 25 percent share in a Spanish second division club, marking a significant move into club ownership. The 41-year-old has reconciled with his Saudi Pro League employers at Al-Nassr after a brief strike in January over investment concerns. Ronaldo recently scored in a 5-0 victory, keeping Al-Nassr atop the league standings. As his playing career winds down, Ronaldo has expressed long-standing ambitions to contribute to football beyond the pitch. His ownership stake comes a year after the Spanish club was acquired by a Saudi investment group, with which Ronaldo maintains close relationships. This venture suggests club ownership may feature prominently in his post-playing career plans.
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