Cristiano Ronaldo ‘will not be at the Club World Cup’ with future still unclear

The 40-year-old said a decision on his future is “almost final”.
CLUB WORLD CUP: Cristiano Ronaldo scored the winner in a 2-1 victory against Germany on Wednesday to book Portugal’s spot in the Nations League final. Pic: Bradley Collyer/PA

CLUB WORLD CUP: Cristiano Ronaldo scored the winner in a 2-1 victory against Germany on Wednesday to book Portugal’s spot in the Nations League final. Pic: Bradley Collyer/PA

Cristiano Ronaldo has said he will not play at the upcoming Club World Cup after turning down offers from participating teams.

The 40-year-old’s contract with Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr, who have not qualified for the tournament in the United States, expires at the end of June.

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