February 18, 2025 | 05:16 pm
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - Football megastar Cristiano Ronaldo (CR7) will depart for Kupang on a private jet tomorrow, Wednesday, February 19, 2025, after resting for a day in Jakarta.
“There’s been a change in schedule for Ronaldo’s arrival in Kupang. He will land in Jakarta tomorrow (Tuesday) and fly to Kupang on Wednesday,” said the Acting Governor of Kupang, Andriko Noto Susanto, on Monday, as quoted from Antara.
The Portuguese star player, who currently plays for the Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr, has drawn public attention. Living a lavish lifestyle, where does Ronaldo’s wealth come from?
A glimpse into Cristiano Ronaldo’s empire of businesses
According to Forbes, Ronaldo is the highest-paid football player and the highest-paid athlete in the world in 2024. Previously contracted by clubs like Juventus, Real Madrid, and Manchester United (MU), his net worth amounted to US$285 million per October 17, 2024.
Apart from his on-field contracts, Cristiano Ronaldo also has a lifetime partnership with Nike. He also earns wealth from clothing sales, accessories, hotels, and CR7-branded fitness centers.
CelebrityNetWorth (CNW) reported on Saturday, February 15, 2025, that Ronaldo’s net worth is estimated to reach US$ 800 million or around Rp12 trillion. Here are some of his business ventures:
1. The Al Nassr Contract
Cristiano Ronaldo signed a US$600 million contract with the Saudi club on December 5, 2022. The 2.5-year contract is considered the biggest deal in the history of sports based on per-season earnings.
2. Social Media Endorsements
In February 2021, Ronaldo became the first person to reach 500 million followers across Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (now X), amassing 923 million followers by October 2024.
According to the social media marketing platform Hopper HQ, Cristiano Ronaldo is estimated to be the highest-paid influencer on Instagram. He is estimated to earn an average income of US$3.4 million for one sponsored content in 2024.
3. Brand Ambassador
As reported by GeeksforGeeks, Ronaldo has also signed endorsement deals with various brands. Some sponsors and the estimated contract values include Nike (US$ 20 million - US$ 25 million), Herbalife (US$ 20 million - US$ 25 million), DAZN (US$ 15 million), Altice (US$ 10 million), Clear Hair (US$ 8 million), TAG Heuer (US$ 11 million), and Emirates (US$ 7 million).
4. Video Games
As a popular figure in the world of football, Ronaldo is well-known in the FIFA video game series by EA Sports. His popularity is shown through CR7's image appearing on the game cover.
5. Hospitality
Cristiano Ronaldo also ventures into the hospitality industry. In collaboration with the Pestana Hotel Group, he has created Pestana CR7 Lifestyle Hotels, which combines luxury accommodation and a football-themed experience, with an income of around US$200 million.
The partnership between CR7 and the Pestana Hotel Group started in 2016. Pestana CR7 Lifestyle Hotels are built to highlight Ronaldo's style and character, offering fans the opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of the football legend.
6. CR7 Brand
Ronaldo has also built his business empire under the CR7 name, ranging from clothing to perfume. The brand, established in 2006, has an estimated revenue of up to US$ 849 million.
7. Properties
Furthermore, Cristiano Ronaldo has invested in property development. Some luxury buildings owned by the man engaged to Georgina Rodriguez include a luxury mansion in Cascais (Portugal), a villa in Marbella (Spain), an apartment in Lisbon (Portugal), a villa in Quinta do Lago (Portugal), an apartment in Porto (Portugal), and various other properties spread across the UK, Spain, and the United States.
Faisal Javier contributed to the writing of this article.
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