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Cristiano Ronaldo has been ranked the highest-paid footballer in the world in 2024, according to Forbes. The 39-year-old Al Nassr player made a total of $285 million this year. Most of his earnings, $220 million, came from playing football, while $65 million came from activities off the field. These include partnerships with big brands and his own businesses.
Below is the list of the top 10 highest-paid footballers in 2024, as reported by Forbes:
1. Cristiano Ronaldo – $285 million
2. Lionel Messi – $135 million
3. Neymar – $110 million
4. Karim Benzema – $104 million
5. Kylian Mbappé – $90 million
6. Erling Haaland – $60 million
7. Vinícius Jr – $55 million
8. Mohamed Salah – $53 million
9. Sadio Mané – $52 million
10. Kevin De Bruyne – $39 million
These football stars earn money both from playing and from deals with companies, advertisements, and other business ventures. Ronaldo continues to lead, while well-known players like Messi and Neymar also make large sums each year.
