It was very clear that Ronaldo headed to Saudi Arabia only because of the money. But apart from the money factor, Ronaldo seems to have been made an icon to run the mega project being worked on to popularize the Saudi Professional League. I see that something is not normal with what is happening at the moment in the Saudi Professional League and this is definitely a great project. Ronaldo's presence is clearly a magnet for other footballers to come to Saudi Arabia.
Yes, Ronaldo will still be a citizen of Portugal and surely he will love his country very much. Maybe after he retires he will still be a football ambassador and maybe if the Saudi League continues to grow then Ronaldo will still be in Arab lands.
Saudi is one the sudden growing league presently in football. This function can be traced back to when Al Nassr signed Cristiano Ronaldo from Manchester united. That was definitely the beginning of the steady signing of players from Europe. However Cristiano Ronaldo is here to win significant trophies, arrival in Saudi was a welcome idea from the supporters, his presence have increased the popularity of the league worldwide. It's just a matter of time before things finally sets good in Saudi. Some determined European players moving over because of the money, it's quite understandable.