Cristiano Ronaldo and his billion-dollar empire beyond the pitch

Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo is not just among the greatest players ever but also a unique model of business achievement.

Even at 40 years old, CR7 continues to perform impressively and has stated that he has been preparing for life after retirement since he was 25. With foresight, Ronaldo has built a “billion-dollar empire” spanning multiple sectors, making him the first footballer in history to become a billionaire according to Bloomberg.

In his latest interview with Piers Morgan posted on YouTube, Ronaldo spoke candidly: “I’m not obsessed with money, but when you reach a certain level, money is no longer an issue, although having more is always good. Numbers don’t lie; in football, my name is always at the top, and that’s true off the field as well.” He revealed that he communicates daily with his investment team to monitor his finances and said he will fully focus on his businesses after retirement.

The CR7 brand today is not only synonymous with goals and trophies but also a global business icon. Ronaldo owns the Pestana CR7 hotel chain in Lisbon, Madrid, New York, and the Bodrum resort (Turkey), attracting thousands of visitors annually.

He also runs his own fashion brand including clothing, footwear, and men’s accessories, along with a gym chain in partnership with the American fitness group called CR7 Fitness by Crunch. Beyond that, Ronaldo has heavily invested in technology, digital content companies, and notably in the fast-growing hair transplant industry in Europe. He is believed to want to combine beauty services and leisure travelto create an all-inclusive health and beauty care model for the elite.

When asked about life after “hanging up his boots,” Ronaldo admitted: “That day will be tough; I might even cry. Nothing compares to the feeling of scoring, but everything has a beginning and an end. I am ready for the future.”

The Portuguese star added that he wants to spend more time with family, enjoy personal hobbies like watching UFC, playing padel tennis with friends, and learning more about business management. “I’m enjoying this process – it’s a new challenge but also a joy at this stage of life,” Ronaldo shared.

From the pitch to the business world, Cristiano Ronaldo continues to prove why he is not only a football legend but also a symbol of comprehensive success, turning his name into a global brand worth far beyond sports.

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