Cristiano Ronaldo tops Forbes list of highest paid athletes in 2024
Date
6/26/2024 7:30:33 AM
(MENAFN) Cristiano Ronaldo, the Portuguese star and leader of Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, has topped Forbes magazine's list of the highest-paid athletes in the world for the fourth time in his career. With an estimated total income of USD260 million, ronaldo has set a new record for the highest wage ever received by a football player. His on-field earnings amount to USD200 million, while his off-field earnings from sponsorship deals and endorsements reach USD60 million, bolstered by his massive following of 629 million on Instagram.
Ronaldo's move to Al-Nassr significantly boosted his earnings, positioning him as the highest-paid athlete globally. His remarkable income surpasses other top athletes, highlighting the financial impact of his brand and marketability.
Spanish golfer Jon Rahm secured the second position on the list following his high-profile move to the LIV Golf Championship in December. This major deal, reportedly worth at least USD300 million, shook the sports world and contributed to Rahm's total earnings of USD218 million, making him and Ronaldo the only athletes to earn over USD200 million this year.
Lionel Messi, an eight-time Ballon d'Or winner, ranked third after his transfer to Inter Miami in the American League. This lucrative deal has helped the Argentine World Cup winner amass USD135 million in total earnings, with USD65 million from his playing income and USD70 million from endorsements with major sponsors like Adidas and Apple.
French player of Algerian descent, Karim Benzema, rounded out the top five with an income of USD100 million on the field and an additional USD6 million from off-field activities. Meanwhile, Mohamed Salah, another prominent footballer, ranked seventh in terms of football earnings and 38th in the overall global sports ranking.
These rankings underscore the significant financial rewards associated with top-tier athletes, reflecting their influence both on and off the field.
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