In a staggering deal that redefines the standards of player contracts in world football, Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has penned a sensational new agreement with Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr, with details revealing an extraordinary package both on and off the pitch.
According to The SunSport, the 39-year-old will now earn a jaw-dropping £178 million annually, breaking down to £3.4 million per week, making it one of the most lucrative deals in the history of professional sports.
Beyond the base salary, Ronaldo’s new deal includes a 15% ownership stake in Al-Nassr, estimated to be worth around £33 million, signalling the club’s long-term vision to tie its identity to the global icon.
His contract also includes an eye-watering £24.5 million signing bonus, which could rise to £38 million should Ronaldo choose to activate the optional second year of his contract.
PERFORMANCE BONUSES FIT FOR A KING
Ronaldo will also be handsomely rewarded for his individual performances:
- £80,000 for every goal scored (20% increase in year two)
- £40,000 per assist (20% increase in year two)
- £4 million bonus if he wins the Saudi Pro League Golden Boot
- £8 million bonus if Al-Nassr lift the Saudi Pro League title
- £6.5 million bonus if Al-Nassr qualify for and win the Asian Champions League
LUXURY LIFESTYLE & SPONSORSHIP WINDFALL
Al-Nassr will also cover £4 million in private jet expenses, ensuring Ronaldo and his family travel in style across continents.
Additionally, the club has promised £60 million worth of sponsorship deals, particularly targeting emerging Saudi and Asian companies keen to align with the Ronaldo brand.
To maintain his elite lifestyle, Ronaldo will be supported by a 16-person entourage, including:
- 3 full-time drivers
- 4 housekeepers
- 2 personal chefs
- 3 gardeners
- 4 security personnel
GLOBAL IMPACT
This deal is another massive statement of intent from Saudi football, which continues to lure global stars with unmatched offers. For Ronaldo, who joined Al-Nassr in late 2022, the move cements not just his role as a football icon but also as a key figure in Saudi Arabia’s broader sports and commercial ambitions.
With goals, glory, and groundbreaking riches on the table, the Cristiano Ronaldo-Al-Nassr era shows no signs of slowing down.
