Cristiano Ronaldo has once again claimed the crown as the world’s highest-paid athlete, according to Forbes’ 2024 rankings.
This marks the third consecutive year and fifth overall that the football legend has secured the top spot.
At 40, Ronaldo continues to defy expectations both on and off the field with massive earnings and unmatched global influence.
The Portuguese striker reportedly earned an incredible £206.6 million (\$275 million) in the past year alone.
This figure represents an increase of £11.2 million from his 2023 earnings, reflecting his growing income streams.
The majority of his income comes from his playing contract with Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr, where he is said to earn £177 million a year.
In addition to his football salary, Ronaldo benefits from numerous brand endorsements and a massive fanbase.
His social media following, which exceeds 939 million across platforms, contributes greatly to his off-pitch influence and sponsorship deals.
Ronaldo’s consistent efforts have made him not only a football legend but a global business force.
The five-time Ballon d’Or winner has been out-earned by only one athlete in sports history.
TOP 10 HIGHEST-PAID ATHLETES – FORBES 2024
- Cristiano Ronaldo – £206.6m (\$275m)
- Stephen Curry – £117.1m (\$156m)
- Tyson Fury – £109.5m (\$146m)
- Dak Prescott – £102.8m (\$137m)
- Lionel Messi – £101.4m (\$135m)
- LeBron James – £100.4m (\$133.8m)
- Juan Soto – £85.5m (\$114m)
- Karim Benzema – £78.2m (\$104m)
- Shohei Ohtani – £76.9m (\$102.5m)
- Kevin Durant – £76.1m (\$101.4m)
He is a brand himself. Applaudise