Luxury Lifestyle of Top Footballers

It has been a long-standing fact that some of the world’s best footballers fall among the highest earners across the globe. Despite already earning millions, in the 21st century, we witnessed an upsurge in the salaries of some of the top football stars. In today’s world, a footballer needs to be more than an athlete, they need to be an investor, an entertainer, and a businessman all rolled into one individual. Today iconic players like Ronaldo and Messi are earning more heftily off the pitch. These out-of-field opportunities have allowed them to splurge on houses, cars, and designer attire. The wealth that they have amassed over the years by being masters of all arts cannot be fathomed by the minds of mundane individuals.

Today, being a successful football player does not translate to scoring goals and winning matches. In fact, the crown of success nowadays sits atop the head of those who can swing their feet on the field and flaunt their build on the ramp. Footballers of today have signed lucrative brand deals with the titans of sports attire like Nike and Adidas. The earnings from such deals are so immense that they eclipse their club earnings. And when one earns such a fortune, it’s no surprise that one might covet the finer things in life. Let’s take at some of the biggest names in the realm of football and see what they love to splurge on.

The Most Luxurious Footballers

Cristiano Ronaldo

It comes as no surprise that we are starting our list with the doyen of football, El Bico, CR7, the reigning champion of the field, and the king of our hearts, Cristiano Ronaldo. The 39-year-old footballer has about 900 career goals to his name and has amassed a net worth of about 650 million. Known for his humble beginnings, demure disposition, and confident demeanor, Ronaldo has been able to bewitch the world with his exceptional skills on the field and million-dollar smile off-field. Starting as a football prodigy from Madeira, Ronaldo is a symbol of tenaciousness and resilience. He is the living, breathing proof that through hard work and determination one can touch the stars.

Now Renaldo lives in extravagant, sprawling accommodations, drives sleek cars, and indulges in all the lavish bounties life has to offer. Prior to his move to Saudia Arabia, Ronaldo and his family enjoyed an extravagant lifestyle in their $36 million Cheshire home. Apart from his magnificent Cheshire home, Ronaldo also harbors an enviable real estate empire that stretches all the way from Lisbon to Madrid. In other words, Ronaldo is not a mere collection or real estate, he is a curator of all things fine.

When it comes to cars, Ronaldo makes sure that he is the most enviable of the bunch. As of 2024 Ronaldo allegedly has a total of 20 luxury cars to his among which the one that steals the show is his beloved Bugatti Centodieci. The Bugatti Centodieci is a limited-edition car, worth $8.88 million. Only ten of these cars were made and each of them is owned by some of the richest of the rich individuals that occupy our modest planet. The Bugatti Centodieci is a beauty in its own right. The magnificent beast is a mid-engine sports car that pays homage to the Bugatti EB 110. Revealed to the world on 16th August 2019, the Bugatti Centodieci is 20 kg lighter than its sister the Bugatti Chiron and supports an 8,000 cc quad-turbocharged W16 engine. The car is beautiful inside out, especially the inside which represents the height of craftsmanship. The interior of the car is adorned with high-quality quilted leather that is accurately hand-stitched to mimic luxury in its finest form. This kind of leather also requires much attention and care, and Mr. Ronaldo has the right people for the job that clean and condition it with the highest quality products.

Lionel Messi

One of the most valuable, celebrated, and highly sought-after footballers in the world is Lionel Messie, the La Pluga. With a net worth of $135 million, Messi is one of the highest-paid athletes the world has ever seen. Starting his career at the tender age of 13, Messi grew up to be a football champion who has millions of devoted fans around the world. His hard work and dedication to the sport paid off well, making him one of the most coveted football stars on the entire planet. Now Messi enjoys a life of opulence and luxury, earning big bucks both on and off the field. His fat bank account and overflowing wallet allow him to indulge in the grandest things like real estate, cars, and attire.

Among his trove of sprawling real estate, one that leaves people blunging-eyed and gapping-mouthed is his $7 million mansion that resides on the outskirts of Barcelona. La Pluga is also the proud owner of an eco-home in his hometown Rosario, Argentina, and the entire floor of a $7.3 million condominium in Saint Isles Beach, Florida. Furthermore, he also claims ownership over the hotel chain MiM Hotels which has resorts located in Barcelona, Ibiza, and Majorca.

When it comes to transportation, Messi knows how to do it in style. The football star takes to the skies in his luxurious $15 million private jet that can accommodate about 16 passengers and has onboard two kitchens and bathrooms. Talk about extravagance! Coming to cars, our sporty boy is a real curator of cars, owning about 15 luxury vehicles that are a symbol of opulence and luxury. One of his most beloved cars is the 1957 Ferrari 335 Sport Spider Scahlietti which cost him about $37 million. The car can reach a top speed of about 300kmph and is powered by a 4.0L naturally aspirated V12 engine. Also, a part of his mesmerizing car collection is a Pagani Zonda Tricolore, a Maserati Gran Turismo, and a Dodge Charger SRT8.

Conclusion

Football is a world that goes beyond the sweat and strain and toes the boundary of glitz and glamorous. Ronaldo and Messi are the two names in the football industry that are worshiped for their talent and efforts. Both men belong to modest backgrounds and have made a name for themselves through persistent effort and dedication. Today the two enjoy a life of luxury and rightfully so. The two football stars are not afraid to flaunt their wealth and spend it on the things they love.