Cristiano Ronaldo has made history as the world’s first footballer-billionaire. The 40-year-old player’s net worth is estimated at $1.4 billion.
Source: Bukvy
The main boost came from his contract with the Saudi club Al-Nassr, signed in 2023. Its value exceeds $400 million and provides the athlete with the highest average annual salary in global sports.
Additionally, income in Saudi Arabia is tax-free, and the deal includes extra perks — a stake in the club’s capital and access to a private jet.
Over more than two decades, Ronaldo has played for top European clubs — Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus — and earned from endorsement deals with brands such as Nike and Armani.