Cristiano Ronaldo becomes world's highest-paid athlete after Al Nassr move

Cristiano Ronaldo has become the world's highest-paid athlete for the first time since 2017 following his move to Saudi Arabian side Al Nassr.

Forbes report the 38-year-old Portugal forward earned US $136 million over the past 12 months.

His contract with Al Nassr is reportedly worth more than 200 million euros per year.

Argentina's World Cup-winning captain Lionel Messi is second on Forbes' list having earned US $130 million.

Forbes' top 10 also features basketball star LeBron James and boxer Canelo Alvarez, while 20-time tennis Grand Slam champion Roger Federer is the only retired athlete on the list in ninth place.

Source: BBC