‘Unique’ Cristiano Ronaldo says he wants to break records in Saudi stint | Football News

RIYADH: Cristiano Ronaldo described himself as a ‘unique player’ and insisted his career was not over when he arrived at his new club Al-Nasr Tuesday in Saudi Arabia.
The Portuguese striker, 37, has signed a huge contract estimated at 200 million euros ($211 million) after glittering spells at Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus.

“I’m a unique player. It’s good to come here, I broke all the records there (in Europe) and I want to break some records here,” Ronaldo told the media at Al Nassr. Mrsool Park Stadium.
“I come here to win, to play, to enjoy, to be part of the success of the country and the culture of the country,” he added.

Ronaldo said he had turned down a series of offers from Europe and elsewhere to join the deep-pocketed Saudis.
“In Europe, my job is done,” he said, adding, “I’ve had many offers in Europe, many in Brazil, Australia, the United States, even in Portugal.
“Many clubs tried to sign me but I gave my word to this club, for the opportunity to not only have football but (to be) part of this amazing country. And for me that was a challenge.”