Meet the Discreet Man Behind Cristiano Ronaldo and Jose Mourinho’s Billions: A Trusted Advisor Who Handles an Asset Portfolio of 1 Billion+

The name Cristiano Ronaldo echoes through the globe as a person who influenced several generations. He plays incredibly well and currently plays for the Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr. Signing him helped the league attract sensational soccer players like Karim Benzema, last year’s Ballon d’Or winner. Ronaldo signed a contract worth more than $250 million per year, making him the highest-paid athlete. Therefore, with a net worth of $500 million, how can someone manage this wealth of assets, investments, and other valuables? 

That task is dedicated to his financial manager, Miguel Marques. He has the keys to the secret chamber and remains indebted to him. Not only Ronaldo but also manages sensational Portuguese manager Jose Mourinho’s finances as well. Thus, who is the financial advisor to CR7?

Meet Miguel Marques- The financial advisor of Cristiano Ronaldo

According to National, Miguel takes care of his partner’s portfolio as he invested in various hotels, clothing lines, etc. No one knew about him until Ronaldo’s former colleague at Sporting. Recently, José Macedo shared an image featuring the two of them. In the picture, Miguel stands to the extreme right and manages Ronaldo’s vast amount of wealth. Due to Ronaldo’s connections with super agent Jorge Mendes, he manages the finances of several players and coaches. 

In one of the most striking deals, he was present with the administrator of the Portuguese branch of the Swiss bank St Galler Kantonalbank. During that time, they struck a deal with Chinese companies like Fosun and Gestifute and agreed to work on a business project. The project included football academies, image rights transactions, club investments, and a potential injection of Chinese capital in Polaris. Coincidentally, Jorge Mendes and Luís Correia owned the companies. 

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His office in Avenida da Liberdade in Lisbon is close to one of Ronaldo’s luxury apartments. Marques manages a portfolio of around one billion Euros, having over 300 clients. Around 15 people assist him in his work to follow a meticulous financial management process. 

Partner in the company of CR7

Miguel also shares a partnership with Cristiano Ronaldo’s company, through LM Capital. Notably, the manager completed his education at Instituto Superior de Gestão. It is incredible to see their striking partnership, as Ronaldo trusts Miguel with his vast amount of riches. The chain of hotels, clothing lines, and hair implant companies are all a part of Ronaldo’s wealth. 

Thus, managing a portfolio is serious, as that needs commitment, understanding of finances, and trust. Ronaldo trusts him with his wealth, and Miguel grows his net worth. 

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