When Ronaldo joined Al-Nassr within the Saudi Professional League in 2022 he reportedly turned the best-paid participant in soccer historical past with an annual wage of £177m.
His contract was as a result of finish in June 2025 however he signed a brand new two-year deal – reportedly value greater than $400m (£298m) – which can hold him on the membership past his forty second birthday.
Argentina and Inter Miami ahead Lionel Messi, who performed in opposition to Ronaldo for a few years throughout their time in Spain, has earned greater than $600m (£447m) in pre-tax wage throughout his profession, in line with Bloomberg.
That features $20m (£15m) in assured annual pay since 2023, which is about 10% of Ronaldo’s earnings throughout the identical interval.
When he retires, 38-year-old Messi is ready to get a stake in Inter Miami.
