According to international media, the financial terms of the deal are implemented through Ronaldo's CR7 Sports Investments company. This is considered a strategic investment of the Portuguese football superstar.
I have long cherished the ambition to contribute to football outside the field. UD AlmerIa is a Spanish club with a solid foundation and clear development potential. I want to work with the club's leadership team to support them in the new development stage," Ronaldo shared.
UD Almeria was acquired by a Saudi Arabian investment group in May 2025.
Almeria coach Juan Francesc Ferrer'Rubi' said that Ronaldo becoming a shareholder of the Spanish second division club is good news for the entire club, city and locality.
He shared: “From our perspective, we are very happy about this. Of course, we greet Ronaldo. I think this is great news because a person like him, with a deep understanding of sports and football, can really help a club like ours.
This is very good news for the entire club, city and locality. Everyone knows the good relationship Cristiano has with the club owners.
When asked if Ronaldo could one day play for Almeria, Rubi said: "That's a question for him, but it would be extraordinary and wonderful. This is his club, and if he wants to continue playing football, no matter who the coach is, he will be welcomed. I have no doubt about that".
UD Almeria President Mohamed al Khereiji is also very happy to have Ronaldo accompanying him. He said: "Ronaldo is the best player on the field. He understands Spanish leagues very well and grasps the potential of what we are building here, both in terms of the team and the youth training academy.
Relegated in the second division in April 2024, Almeria is on track to win promotion to the highest league in Spain this season. They are currently third in the second division of Spain, two points behind league leaders Racing Santander after 27 matches.
With Ronaldo, he is playing for Al Nassr club in the Saudi Arabian national championship. This striker has extended his contract with the team until June 2027. His next goal is to wear the captain's armband of the Portuguese national team, playing his 6th World Cup in his career in 2026 with the goal of conquering the championship.
Ronaldo has an estimated net worth of more than 1.4 billion USD. Therefore, it is not too difficult for him to buy shares of UD Almeria. Even in the future, the Portuguese superstar may own many other teams based on the money, reputation and relationships he has.
