Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo has acquired a 25% stake in the Spanish second-tier club UD Almeria, previously owned by Saudi investors. Ronaldo’s investment was made through his subsidiary CR7 Sports as part of the SMC Group-led ownership consortium. In a statement, Ronaldo expressed his long-standing ambition to contribute to football beyond the field, citing Almeria’s strong foundations and growth potential.
UD Almeria’s president, Mohammed Al Khereiji, thanked Ronaldo for his investment, acknowledging Ronaldo’s deep understanding of Spanish football and the club’s development prospects. Currently competing in Spain’s Segunda Division, Almeria is positioned third in the league and aims for promotion to the top league.
Ronaldo, playing for Al Nassr, recently became the club’s top scorer with 121 goals. Notably, Ronaldo has a perfect record against Almeria, scoring seven goals in seven matches during his Real Madrid tenure. Additionally, in a friendly match last summer, Ronaldo’s Al Nassr defeated Almeria 3-2.
The Portuguese star remains under contract with Al Nassr until 2027, showcasing remarkable performance with 22 goals in 25 games this season.
