What's Ronaldo's new salary? Details of record-breaking deal revealed
New Al Nassr contract will make Ronaldo richer by over half a billion dollars in two years
Cristiano Ronaldo has signed a new two-year contract with Saudi Arabian football club Al Nassr, and it's being called the most lucrative sports deal in history.
The Al Nassr contract isn't just about football. It’s a staggering mix of elite athlete salary, ambassador roles, club ownership, and luxury perks. That will potentially make him over $687 million richer by the time he turns 42, according to a report in the Sun.
What are Ronaldo’s earnings according to the new contract?
Total base pay: $676 million over 2 years
Daily salary: Around $670,000
Signing bonus: $33.68 million, increasing to $52 million if he stays the full term
Golden boot & league win bonuses: Extra payments for performance could push his earnings even higher
$110,000 bonus per goal (increases by 20% in second year)
$75,000 bonus per assist (increases by 20% in second year)
$11m bonus if Al-Nassr win the Saudi Pro League title
$5.5m bonus if he wins the Saudi Pro League Golden Boot
$8.93m bonus if Al Nassr qualify for the Asian Champions League and win it
What are the other perks in Ronaldo’s contract?
"Dream Ambassador" role: A public-facing promotional role for Saudi Arabia, potentially bringing his total earnings to over $687 million
15% ownership stake in Al Nassr: Valued at $45 million
What are the luxury lifestyles included in the contract?
Private jet access: Worth $5.5 million
Household staff of 16, paid for by the club: 3 drivers, 4 housekeepers, 2 chefs, 3 gardeners, 4 security personnel. Estimated cost: $1.9 million
What are the other deals?
Extra sponsorship deals could generate an additional $82.48 million through partnerships with Saudi companies.
What has been Ronaldo’s performance in the Saudi Pro League?
Ronaldo scored 35 goals in 41 games last season
He’s been the top scorer in the Saudi Pro League for two consecutive years
Total goals at Al Nassr: 99 in 111 matches
What’s Ronaldo’s career goal count?
938 — inching toward his dream of scoring 1,000 career goals
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