As Cristiano Ronaldo Kantar towards the dusk of his great gaming career, speculation if his plans after retirement have reached a fever pitch. While the Portuguese icon has publicly dismissed coaching as a future pathHe suggested something even more ambitious: club -owned. Recently, a bomb shell rumor has appeared that can shake the very foundation of Spanish football – a Taking over bid for a La Liga club that would Grop Ronaldo in direct rivalry with Real MadridThe department itself that helped define his legendary status.
“If I can be a club owner, why would I be manager, sports director or CEO?” This was Cristiano Ronaldo’s rhetorical question during an interview in February 2025 with Channel 11. It wasn’t just a thrown line – it was a clear signal of intention. The idea that the Portuguesans are running a football club is not just a media fantasy anymore; It becomes a probable reality.
And while some have playfully entertained the idea that Ronaldo joined the Hollywood-supported Wrexham project-Former Premier League Midfielder Andy Townsend said that ”Cristiano Ronaldo was probably able to buy Wrexham and get Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mcelheny as their drivers, if he wanted to” – Reports in Spain paint a completely different picture.
The club in the heart of this swirling speculation is none other than Valencia cf.A historical institution in Spanish football with a loyal fanbase, a decorated past and a new story damaged by misconduct and decline. Spanish newspaper Sports world claimed: “Cristiano will be the next owner of Valencia if the team stays in Laliga.” This is not the first time whispers of the 40-year-old’s interest in Valencia has been circulating, but rumors have intensified in recent weeks, especially because of his long-term personal and business relationship with the club’s current owner, Singaporeaire Peter Lim.
Despite Lim’s public insistence that the club is not for sale –“Valencia CF is not for sale and it is still engaged in Valencia CF,” A spokesman from his holding company, Meriton Holdings, said in March – The timing of several developments has recycled the conversation.
Survival first, takeover next?
Valencia’s season 2024-25 has been nothing but turbulent. The club, once a European challenger, has disappeared near the relegation zone. After dismissal with head coach Rubén Baraja, appointed the board Carlos CorberanA former Valencia Academy player, in an attempt to control the team in security. Since Corberan’s arrival on Christmas Eve, the club has improved and is currently sitting Four points away from the case in 16th place.
Sources suggest that Ronaldo’s potential commitment depends on a critical state: Valencia must avoid relocation. If they stay in La Liga, Ronaldo – possibly supported by Saudi Arabian investment From Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman or a state fund – could launch an attempt to buy the club. The level of support, combined with Ronaldo’s global brand, can basically change Valencia’s wealth.
The legendary rival becomes a league competitor?
The story practically writes. Cristiano RonaldoOnce the face of Real Madrid, could return to Spain not as a player but as a club owner—The core to rival Los Blancos from the boardroom instead of the plan.
During his nine years at Santiago Bernabeu, he Won two La Liga titles, four champions leagues and scored 450 goals in 438 performances. The idea that he now owns a competing La Liga team is both ironic and attractive.
Estimates indicate that a takeover of Valencia may cost around 450 € million ($ 493 million). That figure is steep, but not outside the reach of Ronaldo, especially with external financial support. His current salary on al-Nassr is reported to be in 200 million euros ($219 million) per year scope. Add approvals, investments and commercial effort, and the figures are starting to make sense.
