Portuguese football icon Cristiano Ronaldo, who now plays for Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, recently stirred public interest during a discussion with journalist Pierce Morgan. The conversation touched upon Ronaldo's financial status and his recognition as a “billionaire footballer.”
The journalist inquired, “- Cristiano, is it true that you officially became a billionaire in the last week?”
With a smile, Ronaldo replied:
“No, that's not news. I became a billionaire a long time ago – a few years ago.”
Surprised, the journalist asked again:
“Really?”
Ronaldo elaborated, “Of course, I reached this milestone at 39. I know my financial situation well, I follow every step. This is my life, the money earned by my labor. That's why every detail about him is important to me.”
According to Ronaldo, he surrounds himself with a team of seasoned experts who communicate frequently with his financial advisor to discuss investments and new prospects.
He shared, “I was very happy when I felt that I had reached a billion. It felt like winning the Ballon d'Or. Every person has their own purpose in life. Some dream of building a house, others of buying a new car. My dream was to reach that number,” continued the renowned athlete.
The journalist then asked:
“- So, your main goal was to reach a billion?”
Ronaldo stated:
“Yes, it was my personal motive. But I'm not a money-hungry person. Finance is important, but there comes a time in a person's life when spirituality takes precedence over these things. We are human – we are never fully satisfied with what we have.”
In recent years, Ronaldo has not only achieved remarkable feats on the football field but also excelled in his business ventures. His global brand, hotel chain, and revenue from investment projects only enhance his stature as one of the wealthiest athletes in the world.
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