The transfer of Cristiano Ronaldo to Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia in January 2023 surely turned plenty of heads. Now 39, the Portuguese had played in Asia after a whole career in Europe, many believe due to nearing the end of his playing days. Many variables contributed to Ronaldo joining Al Nassr, with mammoth offers presented by the club being among them. The deal with Saudi makes him one of the best-paid athletes in the world according to Forbes.
How much does Ronaldo make in Saudi Arabia?
Reports suggest that Ronaldo earns as much as $213 million (£173 million) a year at Al Nassr. There's every reason, though, to suspect most of that comes from image rights and commercial contracts rather than terms of playing performance. Indeed, reports suggest that Saudi Arabia is topping up the forward's wages to facilitate his appearance in a joint bid for the 2030 World Cup. For their part, Al Nassr denied those claims.
Ronaldo accounts for an astonishing earning:
- Month: $17.75 million
- Weekly: $4.43 mn.
- Daily:$633,928
- Hourly: $24,413
- Minits:$406.88
- Per second: $6.78
Ronaldo’s contract duration with Al Nassr
Ronaldo had joined Al Nassr in January 2023 on a two-and-a-half-year contract, which ends in mid-2025, when he will be turning 40. He has indeed hinted that this could actually be about retirement and playing, full stop. Of course, should Ronaldo take on an ambassadorial role for Saudi Arabia's 2030 World Cup bid, he could continue his association with the country beyond his playing career.
Is Ronaldo the Most Expensive Sportsman?
In terms of annual salary, Ronaldo's contract with Al Nassr is the highest in sports history. Although Lionel Messi’s prior contract with Paris Saint-Germain totaled more over time $674 million compared to Ronaldo’s $536 million Ronaldo's yearly earnings far exceed Messi’s. Behind them, NFL star Patrick Mahomes has the next most lucrative contract, valued at $503 million over 10 years.
Clauses present in Ronaldo's contract
It is, however, believed that several clauses were inserted into Ronaldo's contract, even if not confirmed. For example, one early rumor claimed Ronaldo could join Saudi-owned Newcastle United on loan should they qualify for the Champions League. That was a couple of weeks ago, immediately being shot down by a sturdy denial from Newcastle boss Eddie Howe, while Ronaldo himself has claimed he is finished with European football. Another was about another clause: he would be behind the Saudi Arabian bid to co-host the 2030 World Cup with Greece and Egypt. The speculations were debunked by Al Nassr immediately, which said, "Cristiano Ronaldo's contract with Al Nassr does not include commitments to any World Cup bids. His main focus is on Al Nassr and helping the club achieve success."
Cristiano Ronaldo Net Worth
Net Worth of Cristiano Ronaldo His net worth only continues to rise, with a lucrative contract setting him up for a very profitable twilight to his career. Estimates put him at around $500 million (£363 million) worth. He reportedly made $115 million (£93 million) alone in 2022 out of Forbes' calculations; a figure that will increase massively now through his deal at Al Nassr.
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