Despite Cristiano Ronaldo Aiding Clubs Generate Around $400,000,000 Profit, Al Nassr Delays Superstar’s Jersey Sales ‘Without Justification’

Cristiano Ronaldo, is undeniably one of the greatest soccer stars in history. His influence on the game transcends borders and has made him the highest-followed person on Instagram and the highest-paid athlete globally. Ronaldo’s star power has also generated an impressive $400 million in profit for his previous clubs through jersey sales. However, to the bewilderment and frustration of fans, Al Nassr is delaying Cristiano’s jersey sales without offering any apparent justification.

After his much-publicized exit from Manchester United, the Portuguese legend started a new chapter in his illustrious career by joining Al Nassr. When he moved to the Saudi Pro League, it created seismic waves in the football world. In just over eight months, the club’s followers skyrocketed from 834,000 to a staggering 18.9 million.

Al Nassr delays Cristiano Ronaldo jersey sales despite $400 million in sales

The name Ronaldo carries immense weight, not just due to his goal-scoring prowess but also for his ability to drive millions in jersey sales for the clubs he’s represented. Let’s explore the astonishing figures:

Back in 2009, sales of Cristiano Ronaldo’s Real Madrid kits raked in a whopping $100 million. Fast forward to 2018, his Juventus kits achieved around $64 million sales. Also in 2021, his Manchester United jerseys hit an astounding $233 million, marking a historic high in T-shirt sales. However, despite this impressive track record, Al Nassr’s unexplained delay in releasing Ronaldo’s jersey sales ‘without justification,’ has disappointed fans.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s return to Manchester United was met with a frenzy. The moment his jersey number was revealed, sales opened to the public. Given CR7’s immense popularity, Ronaldo jerseys were flying off the shelves and breaking sales records.

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In a parallel narrative, Ronaldo’s eternal rival, Lionel Messi, also embarked on a new soccer adventure. After a stint at PSG, he joined Inter Miami in the MLS.

The Ronaldo and Messi rivalry: A sales showdown

Messi’s arrival was phenomenal, nearly quadrupling the club’s fan following since his debut. Within 24 hours of signing, reports indicated that Messi outsold Ronaldo, LeBron James, and Tom Brady in jersey sales, astonishing fans.

La Pulga‘s move to Inter Miami had a ripple effect that extended far beyond the soccer field. Organizations affiliated with Messi’s arrival witnessed substantial profits. Companies like Adidas and AppleTV, as well as the MLS itself, experienced significant growth thanks to Messi’s influence. The numbers continue to rise as Messi continues to captivate audiences in the United States.

Cristiano Ronaldo has marked his journey from Sporting Lisbon to Al Nassr with record-breaking jersey sales and an immeasurable impact on the footballing world. Yet, the delay in releasing his jerseys by Al Nassr remains a perplexing mystery. Meanwhile, Messi’s arrival in the MLS has redefined sales records and brought unprecedented growth to affiliated organizations. The rivalry between Ronaldo and Messi, even off the field, continues to captivate fans worldwide.

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