Ronaldo becomes first footballer to achieve billionaire status

Ronaldo becomes first footballer to achieve billionaire status

Abdullateef Fowewe

Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo has made history by becoming the first professional footballer to reach billionaire status, with his net worth reportedly reaching $1.4 billion.

As reported by Bloomberg, Ronaldo’s wealth is largely attributed to his groundbreaking $400 million contract with Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr, along with extensive endorsement deals and business ventures that have strengthened his global brand.

The 40-year-old star’s transfer to Saudi Arabia has greatly increased his earnings, surpassing long-time rival Lionel Messi in lifetime wealth accumulation.

Football transfer news outlet Deadline Day Live, via X, announced, “Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first football billionaire with his net worth climbing to $1.4 billion. He is the first footballer identified by Bloomberg to achieve billionaire status.”