With a net worth of $450 million and 500 million social media followers, Ronaldo is one of the world’s richest and most followed athletes today. So how does one of the greatest players of all time spend his money? Let’s take a look at some of his most extravagant expenses.
Ronaldo’s car collection
From an $8.7 million Bugatti Centodieci to a $2.5 million Bugatti Chiron to a $300,000 Lamborghini Aventador and three Ferraris, the five-time Ballon d’Or winner owns a total of 19 cars worth over $ 4.9 million.
His other cars include a Bentley GT Speed ($220,000), a $200,000 Aston Martin DB9, and a few Audi and Mercedez-Benz sports cars. Given that Ronaldo is the most followed athlete globally, it’s no surprise that he receives some of his wheels in return for promotional purposes.
Ronaldo’s houses
Ronaldo paid $7.2 million for a mansion in La Finca, one of the wealthiest areas in Madrid. When he played for Manchester United, he bought a $6 million estate in the exclusive Cheshire Village (now on sale) with some of the deepest personal security one can get.
He also owns an $18.5 million 2,509 square Trump Tower condo in New York City that looks over Central Park and the Hudson River. In addition to his 2017 investment in the Cocobay Towers in Vietnam, one of the latest digs in Turin includes a double villa that’s only accessible via a private road.
Upon signing for Saudi Pro League’s Al Nassr for a whopping $215 million per season, Ronaldo paid $313,000 monthly to rent 17 rooms for his family, friends, and security in a high-end hotel. The legend himself stayed in a two-floor Kingdom Suite with panoramic views of Riyadh.
Ronaldo’s private jets
Worth $36 million, Ronaldo’s personal Gulfstream G200 jet cruises him around the world for quick getaways to sponsorship events. The plane holds up to ten people and two crew members. It also includes a bed and comfortable seating for his friends and family.
Ronaldo’s extravagant vacations
From yachts in Ibiza and Costa Navarino in Greece to boat rides in Miami to the chill beaches of St. Tropez, Ronaldo appears to relax as hard as he plays.
In April 2022, the superstar purchased a $6.8 million yacht for his girlfriend, Georgina Rodriguez, and the family. Cristiano’s luxurious 88-foot Azimut Grande boasts five spacious staterooms and six well-appointed bathrooms. A contemporary kitchen complements two serene lounging areas, while a vast living space and an elegant dining room create an exquisite maritime retreat.
Ronaldo’s investments in real estate and video games
Never afraid to try something new, Ronaldo built a hotel with his brand name, “Pestana CR7,” in his hometown of Madeira, Portugal. You can book a room for £184 per night. He has plans to open up more in New York, Madrid, and Lisbon.
In December 2023, Ronaldo announced a $40 million investment in video game startup UFL, making him the cover star of the first official release.
Ronaldo’s watch collection
Ronaldo owns a diamond-encrusted $2.3 million watch from high-end jeweler Jacob and Co. It looks like an art piece. He has an endorsement deal with the company so he might have a good discount or barter exchange.
Ronaldo wore an ultra-rare $1.5 million Franck Muller Cintree Curvex Tourbillon 0001 watch to the epic Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury fight in February 2023. He also showed off his elegant $700,000 Jacob & Co timepiece in May 2023.
Ronaldo’s clothing and bespoke suits
Ronaldo digs high-fashion products, which means he wears the finest Armani suits (he’s also a spokesperson), Off White, and bespoke Dsquared suits. Ronaldo also partnered with fashion designer Richard Chai to make an underwear line. Never forget that CR7 also takes his hairstyle seriously.
Ronaldo’s million-dollar wine parties
Ronaldo spent $2.5 million on wine for his daughter’s birthday party. On a separate occasion, he spent £27k on wine in a 15-minute bar visit to Mayfair restaurant in London. And he didn’t even finish the second bottle—good thing his football skills age like a fine wine.
CR7’s statues
Some say Ronaldo is a narcissist, but you be the judge. After seeing one of his wax statues at Madame Tussauds, he had one made for his home—price tag: $31,000.
Ronaldo’s cryotherapy machines
Not all of Ronald’s expenditures are fun and games. He also likes to hit up the £50,000 walk-in cryotherapy machine to expedite the recovery of his 34-year-old muscles. The icebox is also known to boost mental sharpness. He reportedly splashed £36k to build his own in his Madrid house.
Ronaldo’s charities
Yes, you read that right. Ronaldo is one of the most charitable athletes in the world. He donated $5 million in aid to Nepal after the disastrous earthquake in 2015, a million-dollar contribution to Save the Children for efforts in Syria. To top it off, he auctioned his 2013 Ballon d’Or trophy to raise money for the Make-A-Wish foundation.
