Cristiano Ronaldo becomes the first billionaire in football: how he made his fortune.

Cristiano Ronaldo becomes the first billionaire in football

According to The Sun: Cristiano Ronaldo, the Portuguese superstar, became the first footballer in the world whose fortune exceeds one billion dollars by signing a two-year contract worth £298 million.

According to the new deal, his salary will be £12.5 million per month at Al-Nassr club in Saudi Arabia. This allowed him to become the first football billionaire according to Bloomberg experts, as the assessment is based on his earnings from 2002 to 2023, as well as income from sponsorship contracts.

Ronaldo is expected to continue his career on the field, playing for Portugal at the 2026 World Cup in the USA, even at 42 years old.

‘I make short-term plans’

At an event in his hometown, Ronaldo refused to comment on questions about his retirement, saying:

“You cannot make long-term plans. I make short-term plans, because that gives me more energy — more desire to live.”

Also in Ronaldo's contract, there are two chefs, three gardeners, four bodyguards, a private jet, and three drivers.

He recalls his modest childhood, sharing a room with siblings in Madeira and at 12 years old asking for leftover food at McDonald's. However, there was no shortage of significant expenses; he spent around £4 million on an engagement ring for his fiancée, Georgina Rodriguez, as tradition dictates that a groom should spend a month's salary on this ornament.

Billionaire Class Lifestyle

Ronaldo recently purchased a supercar for £8.5 million and enjoys a luxury yacht worth £5.5 million. He also earns through his CR7 brand, which includes underwear, perfumes, and shoes. His collaboration with many brands, such as Herbalife, significantly boosts his budget.

Throughout his career, Ronaldo has played in 450 matches for Real Madrid from 2009 to 2018, winning five Ballon d'Or awards. He has become a symbol of perseverance and training, thanks to which he has achieved success on the football field, working on himself every day, leaving other players behind in training.

Ronaldo will continue to play elite football; however, he is unlikely to expect a wedding event until after the World Cup. Meanwhile, his fiancée shares her thoughts on the wedding in her reality show, emphasizing that there should be no pressure on them.

Cristiano Ronaldo has become a symbol of not only football success but also financial excellence in sports. His achievements amaze, and he continues to influence the world of football, confirming his status not just as an outstanding player but also as a businessman. This marks a new stage in his career that promises many exciting moments in the near future.