Cristiano Ronaldo is set to renew his contract with Saudi Pro League club Al-Nassr.
The football icon will continue playing for the Riyadh-based team until June 2026, adding a further year to his current deal.
By then, Ronaldo will have celebrated his 41st birthday, making this one of the longest contracts signed by a footballer of his age.
His extension is another testament to his longevity but also proves he is still at a level where he can compete as one of the league’s very best.
Ronaldo was already earning a fortune following his move to Saudi in 2023, but how much will he be earning after signing his new deal, and who could he buy with his earnings?
Read on to discover all the details.
BREAKING: Al Nassr are in talks to extend Cristiano Ronaldo’s contract 🚨 pic.twitter.com/znIZdR7lao
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) January 14, 2025
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Breaking down the numbers
Ronaldo’s new deal cements his position as the highest-earning athlete in the world.
The agreement reportedly includes an annual salary exceeding €200 million, alongside an additional €60 million from image rights.
Crunching the numbers reveals that the Portuguese icon will pocket over €500,000 every day and nearly €400 per minute!
Below is a full breakdown of what Ronaldo will earn from his extension:
- Per Year: €200 million
- Per Month: Approximately €16.7 million
- Per Week: €3.8 million
- Per Day: Over €547,000
- Per Hour: Around €22,800
- Per Minute: Roughly €380
With this renewal, Ronaldo not only remains the highest-paid player in Saudi Arabia but also globally.
He surpasses rivals such as Lionel Messi, who reportedly earns approximately €130 million annually at Inter Miami, and Kylian Mbappe, whose Real Madrid earnings hover around €83 million per year.
Cristiano Ronaldo is set to renew his contract with Al Nassr until June 2026.
He will earn €200m annually with the Saudi club.
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This works out to €550,000 per day or €22,800 per hour! 😅 pic.twitter.com/NRrX7ECLUs
— Footy Accumulators (@FootyAccums) January 14, 2025
What could Ronaldo buy with his earnings?
Ronaldo’s total contract value, exceeding €600 million over three years, puts his purchasing power into perspective:
Ronaldo could buy 60 Bugatti Centodieci hypercars, priced at €10 million each. He could also purchase 15 Gulfstream G650 private jets, valued at €40 million per jet. Ronaldo could own multiple high-end properties in locations like Beverly Hills, Dubai, and the French Riviera – realistically he could purchase any property he wanted anywhere in the world.
If he wanted to, the Al-Nassr star could fork out on any number of yachts or even a private island or two and it would still likely not even make a dent in his wealth.
While the former Real Madrid forward has waxed lyrical about the standard and quality of football in the SPL, he will be secretly delighted with the financial gain he has had in the Middle East.
Continued success at Al-Nassr
Since arriving at Al-Nassr, Ronaldo has proved his worth as a goalscoring machine.
In 84 appearances for the club, he has scored 75 goals and provided 18 assists – a phenomenal return with his 40th birthday around the corner.
His efforts helped Al-Nassr secure the 2023 Arab Club Championship, the only title the club has won during his tenure so far.
While his individual brilliance has been evident, Al-Nassr are yet to translate Ronaldo’s contributions into more significant domestic or continental success.
However, his presence has elevated the club’s profile on the global stage, attracting more attention to the Saudi Pro League and inspiring a new generation of football fans in the region.
With his contract extended until 2026, Ronaldo’s immediate focus will likely be on leading Al-Nassr to further titles.
The deal also aligns with his aspirations to remain competitive ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which will be hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
