Trusted media sources reported on Sunday that Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has officially become, for the first time in football history, a player with a net worth exceeding one billion dollars.
According to Celebrity Net Worth, Ronaldo surpassed the billion-dollar mark after signing a massive two-year contract worth $620 million. The deal included a base annual salary estimated at around $224 million, a signing bonus starting at about $31 million, and a 15% ownership stake in the club valued at $42 million.
The same site noted that Ronaldo also enjoys luxurious perks, including a private jet service, a dedicated staff, and high-performance bonuses. Without deducting taxes and daily expenses, this figure is a strong indicator of his billionaire status.
Meanwhile, the Times of India and Investopedia reported that Ronaldo is considered the richest football player in 2025, with an annual income of around $275 million—split between his salary at Saudi club Al-Nassr ($220 million) and commercial endorsements and other contracts ($55 million).
Other reports noted that wealth estimates vary by source. Before the new contract, Ronaldo’s net worth was estimated at around $800 million, still shy of a billion. However, the new deal he signed in June 2025 tipped the scales and made him officially a billionaire.