FULL LIST: Ronaldo, Messi top 2024 world’s highest-paid footballers.
According to Forbes, Cristiano Ronaldo will be the world’s highest-paid footballer in 2024, earning a total of $285 million. According to a Forbes story published on Thursday, the 39-year-old Al Nassr star earns $220 million on the pitch and $65 million off the pitch, including brand collaborations and his own enterprises. Ronaldo’s global appeal is clear, with a social media following of over 900 million across Instagram, Facebook, and X.
His latest excursion into YouTube has also been a hit, with over 1 million followers and 544 million views. Lionel Messi is second with $135 million in earnings, including $60 million from Inter Miami and $75 million from endorsements. The 37-year-old Argentine, who recently led his country to another Copa América triumph, is critical to Inter Miami’s success, helping the club reach an MLS-best 71 points heading of the playoffs. He is under contract with the club until 2025, with an option for 2026.
PUNCH Online ranks the top ten highest-paid footballers for 2024. Cristiano Ronaldo, $285 million Age: 39 Club: Al Nassr. Earnings on the field totalled $220 million, while off-field earnings were $65 million. Highlights: Ronaldo remains the world’s most popular athlete, with over 900 million social media followers. He just started a YouTube channel, which topped 1 million subscribers in 90 minutes and received over 544 million views. Lionel
Messi earned $135 million.
Age: 37
Club: Inter Miami
On-Field Earnings: $60 million
Off-Field Earnings: $75 million
Highlights: After leading Argentina to another Copa América title, Messi has played a crucial role in Inter Miami’s success. His contracts extend through 2025, with an option for 2026.
Age: 32
Club: Al Hilal
On-Field Earnings: $80 million
Off-Field Earnings: $30 million
Highlights: Despite injury setbacks, Neymar remains a marketing powerhouse, promoting brands like Puma to his 225 million Instagram followers.
Karim Benzema – $104 million
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