1. Cristiano Ronaldo ($105 Million)

One of the greatest footballers of all-time, Cristiano Ronaldo, leads the race of the world’s highest-paid footballers. Cristiano Ronaldo was once the most expensive transfer in world football history when he moved to Real Madrid from Manchester United back in 2009. Cristiano Ronaldo has earned a total of $60 Million through salary and $45 Million through endorsements.