Cristiano Ronaldo and daughter Bella.Photo: Georgina Rodríguez/Instagram

Cristiano Ronaldo Cuddles Daughter Bella

On Sunday, the 38-year-old soccer star’s longtime girlfriend shared a photo of their 9-month-old daughterBella Esmeraldaas she cuddled with the athlete for some weekend snuggles.

In the photo, thenewly signed Al-Nassr FC starwas dressed casually in a T-shirt and shorts, while Bella glammed up the proceedings with a white lace-collared top, adorable cardigan and leggings.

“That look, so strong and delicate, that God has given you. Love them,” Rodríguez, 29, captioned the shot, in whichBella sat on her dad’s lap.

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The family downtime comes as the superstar striker and his crew are making the adjustment to his new Saudi Arabian team.

Last month, Ronaldo shared photos on Instagram of himself, Rodríguez and four of their kidsexploring the city of Riyadh.

The athlete’s carousel postincluded a snap of the groupsmiling in front of beautiful, water-side structures as well as a picture of Rodríguez and Ronaldo at an aquarium-like performance venue.

“Quality time with my loves ❤️,” he captioned the post.

In addition to Bella, the couple share 5-year-old daughterAlana Martina. Ronaldo is also father to sonCristiano Jr., 12, and 5½-year-old twins: daughterEva Mariaand sonMateo.

Cristiano Ronaldo and family.Cristiano Ronaldo Instagram

Cristiano Ronaldo, Georgina Rodriguez, and family

Last fall, Ronaldo opened up in an interview withPiers Morganabout the moment he told his older children that while the couple’s daughter Bella was born healthy, hertwin brother had died.

WhenBella arrived home from the hospital, the parents posted their thanks to those who supported the family amid the tragic loss.

source: people.com