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The lowdown on Al Nassr as Cristiano Ronaldo closes in on a move to the Saudi Arabia club

Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly edging nearer to a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia outfit Al Nassr after agreeing terms on a £173million-per-year contract with the club.

After having his contract terminated at Manchester United earlier this month, it seemed the Portuguese forward was keen on moving to a Champions League club, but he now looks set to move to the Middle East.

So, who are Al Nassr?

Cristiano Ronaldo is closing in on a move to Saudi Arabia giants Al Nassr on a lucrative deal

The club were formed in 1955, and have become one of the most successful sides in Saudi Arabia ever since.