Al Nassr is about to be sold, making Ronaldo a major beneficiary

Superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, who currently holds shares in Al Nassr, is likely to pocket millions more if the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) proceeds with selling its stake in the club.

Cristiano Ronaldo joined Al Nassr at the end of 2022 after finishing his second stint at Manchester United. Since then, he has quickly become the biggest icon in the Saudi Pro League, scoring 99 goals in 112 appearances and helping the Middle Eastern league gain global attention. Earlier this year, Ronaldo extended his contract by two years in what has been called the “most lucrative deal in football history,” earning at least £492 million over 24 months.

Notably, this agreement includes not only salary and bonuses but also grants Ronaldo 15% ownership of Al Nassr. This makes him a co-owner of the club—a rare status for a football star. This detail opens new financial opportunities for Ronaldo, as journalist Ahmed Al-Ajlan reports, PIF is currently planning to sell the majority stake in Al Nassr as well as in three other top clubs: Al Ittihad, Al Ahli, and Al Hilal.

PIF holds up to 75% ownership of these four major clubs, while the remaining 25% belongs to the National Sports Authority. If the sale goes through, the new investors will have to consider Ronaldo’s shares, allowing the Portuguese superstar to benefit directly. This could represent a “massive profit” addition to his already vast fortune.

Ronaldo’s career spans several prestigious clubs. Rising through Sporting Lisbon, he exploded at Manchester United with three Premier League titles and one Champions League. He then reached his prime at Real Madrid, winning four Champions Leagues and two La Liga titles, before moving to Juventus where he secured two Serie A championships. Returning to Manchester United in 2021, his departure was marred by a controversial interview, after which he began a new chapter in the Middle East.

Beyond club success, Ronaldo is an international football legend with 138 goals in 221 matches for Portugal, leading the team to victory in Euro 2016 and the 2019 Nations League.

The prospect of Ronaldo profiting from the sale of Al Nassr highlights his influence beyond the pitch. Transitioning from player to commercial icon and now co-owner, if the deal completes, Ronaldo could become one of the first football stars to earn millions from the value of the club shares he holds while still playing.

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