Cristiano Ronaldo has been making waves since his blockbuster transfer to Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr, with fans in the Gulf kingdom eager to catch a glimpse of their new superstar signing. Ronaldo recently gave them exactly what they were hoping for, when he posted photos and videos on social media of quality family time in his lavish villa pool.
The clips and images show Ronaldo frolicking in the pool and on a water slide with his young children at his palatial mansion in Riyadh. His long-time partner Georgina Rodriguez is also seen relaxing poolside as Ronaldo plays and bonds with his kids in the water.
The lush villa grounds feature palm trees, greenery, and ample space for swimming and aquatic activities. The large kidney-shaped pool is the centerpiece, allowing Ronaldo and his family to beat the heat and humidity of the Saudi capital.
Unsurprisingly, the Instagram and Twitter posts immediately went viral across the Middle East and were enthusiastically received by Saudis. Many responded with heart and crown emojis, conveying their love and respect for their prized soccer megastar.
“Quality family time in my new home,” Ronaldo captioned one of the posts, indicating his contentment and satisfaction with his high-priced move to the Saudi Pro League.
At 37 years old, Ronaldo is still in superb athletic shape, as evidenced by footage of him nimbly traversing the villa’s water slide with his children. His fitness and competitive spirit was also on display last week, when he made his Al Nassr debut and scored two goals to lift his new club to victory.
As Ronaldo settles into Saudi life off the pitch, it’s clear he relishes precious bonding moments with his family. His latest glimpse into that private joy and leisure elicited an ecstatic public reaction from adoring fans in his new Arabian home.