Saudi Arabia. Football star Cristiano Ronaldo has set another phenomenal record. The player, nicknamed CR7, officially holds the status of the first billionaire in football history, a milestone confirmed by a recent Bloomberg report on Wednesday (October 8, 2025).
Ronaldo’s net worth is now estimated at around US$1.4 billion (equivalent to Rp23.2 trillion at an exchange rate of Rp16,000/US$). This extraordinary achievement not only solidifies his dominance in the world of sport but also in the global financial arena.
The significant surge in Ronaldo’s wealth was mainly driven by his fantastic contract with Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr.
The two-year contract is worth over US$400 million (approximately Rp6.4 trillion), meaning the superstar will earn an annual income of around US$200 million. This astronomical salary puts him far ahead of his eternal rival, Lionel Messi, in terms of overall earnings from club contracts.
With his earnings from Al-Nassr, Ronaldo firmly leads the financial competition among leading athletes. This mega-high contract is a clear demonstration of the unrivaled commercial value of the Portugal national team captain.
Despite his massive club salaries, Ronaldo’s wealth extends beyond his on-field exploits. Much of his wealth also comes from his extensive business portfolio and sponsorship deals.
Ronaldo has legendary partnerships with leading global brands like Nike and Armani. The 40-year-old manages significant property investments in strategic locations across Europe and the Middle East.
Another CR7 Business Line, he has built his personal brand into a business empire, including a clothing brand, a hotel chain, and a fitness center all using the iconic CR7 name.
Ronaldo’s success as football’s first billionaire is a combination of his undeniable talent on the pitch and his aggressive business acumen off it. He is now not only a top goalscorer but also a successful businessman.
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