Ronaldo's real estate empire: A look at his mansions & luxury villas across the globe

Cristiano Ronaldo (AP)

Cristiano Ronaldo's football career has taken him across England, Spain, Italy and Portugal. Off the pitch, the five-time Ballon d'Or winner has built an equally impressive real estate portfolio, acquiring luxury homes in nearly every country where he has played.With hundreds of millions of dollars earned through salaries and endorsements, Ronaldo has invested heavily in premium real estate. According to Architectural Digest, here's a look at the homes that have marked his journey.England: His first luxury homeA few years after joining Manchester United, Ronaldo purchased his first major home in Alderley Edge, Cheshire, for around $7.1 million. The three-storey red-brick mansion featured five bedrooms, an indoor swimming pool, steam room, home theatre and a private gym.After his move to Real Madrid in 2009, the property remained on the market for some time and was later rented out, reportedly to Manchester United defender Luke Shaw.Spain: Home in Madrid's La FincaFollowing his move to Real Madrid in 2009, Ronaldo bought a luxury residence in La Finca, one of Madrid's most exclusive neighbourhoods. Designed by renowned Spanish architect Joaquín Torres, the modern estate spans around 8,600 square feet and is known for its contemporary architecture and privacy.

Portugal: A retreat in GerêsRonaldo also owned a riverside retreat in Gerês, a scenic region in northern Portugal known for its national park and hot springs. The property later drew attention after authorities found unauthorised construction, including a tennis court and additional structures. The additions were subsequently removed.New York and LisbonIn 2015, Ronaldo purchased an apartment in Manhattan's Trump Tower for around $18 million. He later sold the property in 2022 for approximately $7.18 million, well below its purchase price.That same year, he also bought a luxury apartment on Lisbon's Avenida da Liberdade, one of the Portuguese capital's most prestigious addresses, for about $2 million.Italy and another Lisbon purchaseAfter joining Juventus in 2018, Ronaldo moved into a compound comprising two adjoining villas in Turin's upscale Strada San Vito Revigliasco area. Also in 2018, Ronaldo purchased what was then Lisbon's most expensive apartment, paying around $7 million for a three-bedroom residence featuring a spa, gym, indoor and rooftop pools, and panoramic city views.Madeira and MarbellaIn 2019, Ronaldo transformed a former warehouse and nightclub overlooking the harbour in Funchal, Madeira, into a seven-storey luxury residence reportedly worth around $8 million. The home features rooftop and indoor pools, two gyms and sweeping Atlantic Ocean views.That same year, Ronaldo also bought a four-bedroom villa in Marbella on Spain's Costa del Sol for approximately $1.6 million. Located within a gated golf community, the property includes a swimming pool, wine cellar, home theatre and private gym.Back to EnglandWhen Ronaldo returned to Manchester United in 2021, he initially moved into a seven-bedroom mansion in Cheshire spread across 23 acres. The family later relocated to another nearby property that offered greater privacy and security. The residence included a swimming pool, cinema room and a four-car garage.