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Cristiano Ronaldo becomes the first billionaire footballer

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Cristiano Ronaldo becomes the first billionaire footballer

Cristiano Ronaldo’s fortune now exceeds one billion, making him the first footballer to reach this status. His income comes from his salary at Al Nassr, his long-term contract with Nike and his CR7 brand, according to P.M. News.

According to P.M. News, Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly become the first billionaire footballer in history. The outlet attributes his fortune to several sources: his salary at Al Nassr, the Saudi club he joined, his long-term contract with the sportswear company Nike and his personal brand CR7.

The 41-year-old forward played for Manchester United, Real Madrid and Juventus before joining Al Nassr. He has also invested in several businesses outside football, according to the same outlet.

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