Cristiano Ronaldo hints at retirement in 2020... or play beyond his 40th birthday

Cristiano Ronaldo has claimed that he could call time on his career as early as next summer... or play into his 40s.

Ronaldo, who turned 34 years old in February, is one year into a four-year contract with Juventus and recently helped Portugal win the Uefa Nations League.

The five-time Ballon d'Or winner has previously stated that he wants to play beyond his 40th birthday but has now opened the door to a much earlier retirement.

"I don't think about that," Ronaldo told TVI. "Maybe I can finish my career next year... but I can also play up to 40 or 41.

"I don't know. What I always say is to enjoy the moment. The gift is excellent and I have to continue to enjoy it."

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Ronaldo continues to be motivated by trophies and making history as he this season aims to help Juventus win the Champions League for the first time in 24 years.

Should the Old Lady be crowned European champions, it should be Ronaldo's sixth success to match former Real Madrid captain Francisco Gento.

He added: "Are there any football players who have more records than me?"

"I don't think there are any footballers who have more records than me."

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