Soccer icon Cristiano Ronaldo recently spoke openly about his immense wealth. The Al-Nassr megastar discussed his finances and revealed the most expensive item he has ever acquired.

The revelation came during a new interview with Piers Morgan. The Portuguese forward, known as ‘CR7’, is currently the highest-paid soccer player worldwide.

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A Record-Breaking Athlete

At 40 years old, Ronaldo is still dominating the sport’s financial landscape. He reportedly earns $280 million a year at his Saudi Arabian club, Al Nassr.

This follows a lucrative contract extension he signed in the summer. Under this new deal, the footballer now earns a reported £178 million a year in wages.

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In October 2025, a U.S. publication reported that Ronaldo's net worth had climbed to approximately $1.4 billion (£1.04bn/€1.2bn).

This achievement made him the first footballer globally to reach billionaire status. He compared this milestone to winning a top football award.

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The Biggest Purchase Unveiled

Ronaldo revealed that his most expensive purchase to date was a customised private jet. This acquisition set him back a substantial sum.

The jet is a Gulfstream model. Sources indicate the cost was approximately $75 million, or around Ksh 9.69 billion.

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Ronaldo confirmed the model is a Bombardier Global Express 6500. He mentioned he had owned a plane since age 30, but he changed it one year ago, leading to the expensive purchase.

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Necessity Over Luxury

The Al-Nassr captain explained that he bought the plane out of necessity, not simply as a luxury purchase. He suggested that his unique reputation limits his ability to move freely.

Ronaldo stated that when he reaches a high level, money does not matter anymore. However, he admitted it is always good to have more money because humans are never fully content.

The Famous Car Collection

Beyond his private jet, Ronaldo is also known for his extensive collection of supercars. He confessed in the interview that he has lost count of the total number of vehicles he owns.

When pressed for an estimate, he guessed he might own between 41, 42, 50, or 60 cars.

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He recently added an ultra-rare Ferrari Daytona SP3 to his garage. A brand-new Bugatti Tourbillon was also added to his collection this week.

Ronaldo noted that most of his cars are now treated as trophies. They are viewed as investments, like buying a piece of art or a frame. He stated that he is not going to drive these collected cars.

He added that he rarely drives in Saudi Arabia. He mentioned he recently drove home in a new BMW, given by Al-Nassr to its players, but stated he had not driven for approximately six months prior to that.