- Cristiano Ronaldo has openly admitted that he fears going bald, a concern that has prompted him to take action beyond the football pitch
- To address this, the five-time Ballon d’Or winner has launched another branch of his wellness clinic, focusing on hair preservation and treatments
- The Portuguese maestro has become the world’s first £1billion footballer thanks to his Saudi earnings
At the height of his health and wealth, it’s easy to think Cristiano Ronaldo has nothing to fear.
But the Al-Nassr superstar has admitted to one surprising phobia – going bald.
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The 40-year-old football icon has even taken matters into his own hands, opening a wellness clinic in Riyadh designed to help Saudi Arabian men preserve their hair as they age.
Ronaldo’s new venture is the latest branch of his Inspire brand, which focuses on promoting health and wellness across the region.
Cristiano Ronaldo shares fear of baldness
Speaking on Loud FM, Ronaldo opened up about his concern, saying:
“If you see me without hair, I will not be the same person.” He explained that he feels better with hair. He also said many people do not mind baldness, but he prefers to keep hair.
Watch interview below:
The new Inspire clinic is an extension of Cristiano Ronaldo’s growing health and wellness brand, which already operates branches in Spain, Portugal, and Italy.
With the addition of Saudi Arabia, Ronaldo aims to encourage men in the region to feel at ease seeking professional care.
Ronaldo explained that in the past, many people felt shy or embarrassed about getting hair treatments. but that mindset is changing.
He compared it to visiting the dentist for a regular checkup, emphasizing that good health and confidence go hand in hand.
He added that true confidence comes from within, but taking care of one’s appearance can boost self-esteem. Ronaldo said men should feel proud, not ashamed, to visit clinics like Inspire.
He hopes the new Riyadh branch will play a key role in promoting health and wellness throughout the city.
Ronaldo becomes first billionaire footballer
Ronaldo has also made history with his staggering fortune. On October 8, 2025, Bloomberg confirmed that he became the first footballer ever to reach billionaire status, with an estimated net worth of $1.4 billion.
Most of his earnings come from his lucrative contract with Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia, alongside major endorsement deals — including a lifetime partnership with Nike worth around £745 million.
Ronaldo is estimated to be worth £1.04 billion, according to finance experts who analyzed his career earnings, investments, and endorsement deals, all adjusted for taxes and market performance.
His enormous income in Saudi Arabia has propelled him to the top of the rankings for highest-earning athletes, making him the first footballer featured on the new Bloomberg Billionaires Index and placing him well ahead of long-time rival Lionel Messi, who moved to the US with Inter Miami.
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Ronaldo’s lifetime deal with Nike alone is reportedly worth £745 million, by far his largest endorsement, complemented by partnerships with Tag Heuer, Armani, PokerStars, Samsung, Unilever, Louis Vuitton, and many more.
He is also constructing a lavish £28 million estate in Portugal, often seen adorned in the world’s most expensive jewelry and watches, including a Franck Muller Invisible Baguette Diamonds Imperial Tourbillon valued at £1.13 million.
On the pitch in Saudi Arabia, Ronaldo is earning an astonishing £300 per minute, with Al-Nassr paying £167.9 million annually for his services, underscoring both his extraordinary talent and his unmatched commercial appeal.
Ex-footballers rank Ronaldo ahead of Messi
YEN.com.gh also reported on a 2023 poll, in which 66% of former footballers ranked Ronaldo’s career above Messi’s.
The majority sided with the Portuguese veteran, describing his career as superior in comparison to his Argentinian rival.
Source: YEN.com.gh
Source: Yen.com.gh
