Cristiano Ronaldo has officially become the first footballer to reach billionaire status, according to the latest Bloomberg Billionaires Index. The 40-year-old Portugal striker now boasts an estimated net worth of $1.4 billion, a milestone that underscores both his financial acumen and unparalleled career longevity. This landmark comes in the wake of his record-breaking contract with Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr, cementing his position not only as one of the greatest footballers of all time but also as a trailblazer in sports earnings.
Ronaldo’s financial rise is the result of more than two decades of professional football, spanning top European clubs such as Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus, before moving to Al-Nassr in 2023. His contract with the Saudi club, reportedly worth