Why Cristiano Ronaldo still not the wealthiest footballer in the world?

Despite Cristiano Ronaldo becoming the highest-paid footballer on the World by some distance following his move to Al-Nassr, he is still not the wealthiest footballer in the world.

Chonburi Football Clubs striker Faiq Bolkiah is by far the richest footballer on the planet with a personal wealth of around €18 billion.

The 24-year-old is far from a household name in world football but still eclipses the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and other high-earning players in terms of total wealth.

Bolkiah is the son of Jefri Bolkiah, the Prince of Brunei, and the grandson of Hassanal Bolkiah, the Sultan of Brunei.

The 24-year-old captains the Brunei national team and has represented clubs such as Southampton. Chelsea and Leicester City at the youth level.

However, he failed to make a name for himself in English football and is currently plying his trade in the Thai Premier League with Chonburi.

Ronaldo, meanwhile, is by far the highest-earning footballer in the world right now with an annual wage of €200 million.

His deal with Al-Nassr sees him earn a basic salary of €75 million per season which becomes €200 million once bonuses, benefits, and image and likeness rights are added until 2025.