HE IS the world's highest-paid footballer, earning US$76.9 million in this year alone. He is also one of the most well-known and popular figures in the world of sport.
And on Monday, Cristiano Ronaldo's image rights has been acquired by Mint Media, a Hong Kong-based company owned by Singapore billionaire Peter Lim.
The Real Madrid superstar has a slew of commercial endorsements worth US$27 million. Here is the list of sponsors which use his image:
Hair: Clear shampoo.
He chose this brand because he loves the shampoo. He said: "If you (want to) see the results, you can look for my hair and you will see why I have a beautiful hair."
Mouth: Facial Fitness Pao.
An exercise device created by Japan, users insert the device into their mouth and bob their heads to tone and tighten muscles in the face.
Fashion: Emporio Armani Underwear & Jeans.
The former Manchester United player followed David Beckam's route in modelling where he was featured in a video sporting the famous Italian brand's clothing titled "Housekeeping featuring Cristiano Ronaldo".
Underwear: CR7 Underwear & Fashion Line.
Ronaldo co-designed men's underwear in a collaboration with Richard Chai, a famous fashion designer and Danish Company JBS, a textile company.
Shoes: Nike.
In 2014, Nike also launched the Mecurial Superfly CR7 World Cup Edition before the World Cup Finals in Brazil. It is reported that he earns £14.1 million a year from Nike.
Game: Konami's Pro Evolution Soccer.
Ronaldo is the cover star for the Japanese football computer game in the 2012 and 2013 versions.
Phone: Samsung.
The phone company released an advertisement before last year's World Cup Finals which featured numerous famous players such as Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Wayne Rooney and Iker Casillas.
Watch: Tag Heuer.
The watch company endorsed him alongside Formula One driver Jenson Button in a video titled: "Ronaldo and Button Don't Crack Under Pressure!"
Car: Toyota.
The Japanese car makers featured him in a video titled: "Cristiano Ronaldo. Toyota Champ TVC".
Oil: Castrol Edge Motor Oil.
The oil company released a television film called "Ronaldo: Tested to the Limit" which was a documentary on what makes Ronaldo one of the best footballers of his generation.
Airlines: Emirates.
The UAE airlines produced a video featuring Ronaldo with Pele titled: "All-Time Greats".
Food: Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC).
Drink: Soccerade, an energy drink company.
Supplement: Herbalife Nutritional Supplement
