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Cristiano Ronaldo Becomes First Footballer on Bloomberg Billionaires Index at About $1.4 Billion

Bloomberg links the valuation to a 2025 Al‑Nassr extension reportedly granting equity alongside record tax‑free pay.

Overview

  • Bloomberg added Ronaldo to its Billionaires Index on Oct. 8, citing club earnings, endorsements, investments and social‑media monetization.
  • His June 26 extension with Al‑Nassr is reported at over $400 million through 2027 and includes a 15% stake in the club.
  • Reports describe tax‑free pay of roughly $200 million per season plus a $30 million signing bonus and additional performance incentives.
  • Bloomberg estimates he earned more than $550 million in salaries from 2002 to 2023 and secured major deals including a 10‑year Nike pact near $18 million annually.
  • The 40‑year‑old says he plans to keep playing a few more years and could pursue a record sixth World Cup if Portugal qualifies and he is selected.