Ronaldinho Net Worth (Money & Salary)

What is Ronaldinho’s net worth and salary?

With a net worth of $90 million, Ronaldinho is a retired Brazilian soccer player who was once regarded as the best in the world. He earned the title of World Player of the Year twice (2004 and 2005) and was a key player on the 2002 World Cup championship squad alongside rivals Ronaldo and Rivaldo.

Rising to fame in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Ronaldinho began his career at Grêmio before relocating to Europe to join Paris Saint-Germain. His most notable years were spent at Barcelona (2003-2008), where he secured two La Liga titles and the UEFA Champions League, demonstrating exceptional dribbling, creativity, and a playful style of play.

He was awarded the FIFA World Player of the Year on two occasions (2004, 2005) and won the Ballon d’Or in 2005. He also contributed to Brazil’s triumph in the 2002 FIFA World Cup and secured the 2005 Confederations Cup with the national team.

After his time at Barcelona, Ronaldinho joined AC Milan, clinching Serie A in 2011. He returned to Brazil, playing for Flamengo and Atlético Mineiro (where he won the Copa Libertadores), and briefly for Querétaro in Mexico before retiring in 2015.

Biography

Born Ronaldo de Assis Moreira in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, Ronaldinho played as an attacking midfielder and forward, starting his youth career at Gremio. Known for his extraordinary athleticism and ability to score multiple goals, he donned the number 10 jersey. By the age of 17 in 1997, he made the Brazil 1st team, quickly becoming known as “Brazil’s best young hope.” He played for Gremio’s senior team from 1998 to 2001, netting 21 goals in 52 appearances. He then transitioned to Paris Saint-Germain from 2001 to 2003, scoring 17 goals in 55 appearances. A successful stint at Barcelona followed (2003-2008), where he accumulated 70 goals over 145 matches. Ronaldinho then played for Milan from 2008 to 2011 with a record of 20 goals in 76 games. He represented Flamengo from 2011 to 2012, scoring 15 times in 33 caps, and played for Atletico Mineiro from 2012 to 2014, scoring 16 goals in 48 appearances. His career concluded with a spell at Queretaro in 2014 and a final appearance for Fluminense in 2015. Celebrated for his extraordinary dribbling and free-kick skills, he won the Ballon d’Or in 2005.

Soccer is regarded as the world’s most popular sport, and amongst its most iconic players is Ronaldinho. His legendary achievements include the memorable goal against Venezuela that helped Brazil secure the Copa America—an event still cherished by fans and widely viewed as among the best goals in Brazil’s long soccer history. Following Brazil’s fifth World Cup win in 2002, he signed with Barcelona, Spain, solidifying his status as one of football’s greatest legends. Ronaldinho has twice won the FIFA World Player of the Year award and is featured in Pele’s FIFA 100 list.

Contracts, Endorsements and Salary History

After the 2003-2004 season, Ronaldinho’s earnings saw a significant increase following his transfer from Paris Saint-Germain to Barcelona, where he made $10 million annually. In 2008, he moved to AC Milan, earning $9 million each year for three years.

In 2006, the year he received the Ballon d’Or, Ronaldinho made $20 million through endorsements, bringing his total earnings for that year to $26 million. Although he was a long-term sponsor of Coca-Cola, he lost this deal in 2014 after being seen drinking Pepsi, resulting in a loss of $700,000 per year.

Additionally, he has maintained endorsement relationships with Nike, EA, and over a dozen other smaller brands including energy drinks and mobile phone companies. He has graced the cover of EA’s FIFA Football five times.

With more than 50 million Instagram followers (over 100 million across all platforms), he reportedly commands $250,000 or more for a single post or personal appearance.

Car Collection

Ronaldinho boasts a well-known collection of cars featuring numerous luxury vehicles. Among his most distinguished assets are a Lamborghini Aventador, Porsche Carrera S, Ferrari 458, Bugatti Veyron, Hummer H2, and Audi R8.

Real Estate

Across the globe, Ronaldinho owns multiple homes, with notable properties located in Greece, Barcelona, Florida, Brazil, and Lake Como (Italy).

Tax Issues and Fake Passport

In July 2019, government authorities confiscated Ronaldinho’s Spanish and Brazilian passports due to unpaid taxes.

In March 2020, he was arrested by Paraguayan police for having a counterfeit Paraguayan passport. Detained in Asuncion, the capital, he had been with his brother, having traveled there for a book promotion and a campaign aiding underprivileged children.