Ronaldo to earn eye-watering €400m from Al-Nassr transfer

Portuguese superstar, Cristiano Ronaldo, is expected to pick up €400m in total earnings after completing his move to Al-Nassr.

Ronaldo is set to earn over €200 million during his time at Al-Nassr after agreeing to take on a World Cup ambassadorial role

Saudi Arabia is expected to make a bid to host the 2030 World Cup and Ronaldo will play a role in the venture.

Ronaldo’s salary is also set at around €200 million, meaning the 37-year-old will pocket an eyewatering sum of money during his time with his new club.

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A source told AFP that, “Ronaldo will be paid more than €200 million for the deal.

“He will be an ambassador for the Saudi World Cup 2030 bid for another €200 million.”

Ronaldo has already been unveiled at Al-Nassr in front of thousands of fans at Mrsool Park and is now waiting to make his debut.

The ex-Man Utd star has already hit back at critics of his move after signing a lucractive contract that has ensured he’s become the highest-paid player in the history of the sport.

Al Nassr coach Rudi Garcia has confirmed the Portuguese superstar will make his debut in Saudi football in an exhibition match against Paris Saint-Germain on January 19.