Ronaldinho's net worth, age, house, cars, awards, son, where is he now?

Ronaldinho's net worth, age, house, cars, awards, son, where is he now?

Claudia Kogi
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:12 PM

Well, if you are a diehard fan of soccer, you will agree that Brazil is among those prestigious countries that are often renowned for producing the best soccer players in the world. That said, you will agree that Ronaldinho Gaucho is one of the best players of his generation. But even so, how has his career translated to his monetary success? Have a look at this article and find more information, including details about his career and personal life.

Ronaldinho's net worth
Former Brazilian footballer, Ronaldinho, poses ahead of a TV show appearance on 15 May 2022, in Paris, as part of the 30th edition of the UNFP trophy ceremony. Photo: Franck Fife
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Who is Ronaldinho? Ronaldo de Assis Moreira, famously dubbed Ronaldinho Gaucho is a retired, Brazilian professional footballer who played mainly as an attacking midfielder but was also deployed as a winger. He has made a name for himself in the soccer world, and even though he is no longer on the pitch, he is still honoured. Where is Ronaldinho now? Read on to find out.

Profile summary

Full name

Ronaldo de Assis Moreira

Place of birth

Porto Alegre, the Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil

Date of birth

21 March 1980

Age

42 years old as of September 2022

Zodiac sign

Aries

Nationality

Brazilian

Ethnicity

Mixed

Mother

Dona Miguelina Eloi Assis dos Santos

Father

Joao de Assis Moreira

Siblings

Roberto and Deisi

Height

5 Feet 11 Inches or 181 centimeters

Weight

176 pounds or 80 kilograms

Profession

Retired professional football player

Net worth

$90 million

Social media presence

Twitter, Instagram

Ronaldinho's net worth

For someone who has made an entire name in the soccer world, it is with no doubt that he has done immensely well as far as his monetary success is concerned. According to various sources, the legendary soccer player accumulated net worth of $90 million in his playing days.

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However, the bulk of his net worth came from his career earnings, which took a massive shift after the 2003/4 season after he was transferred from Paris Saint-Germaine to Barcelona.

Aside from his career earnings, he also had several brand endorsements deals with prestigious companies such as Coca-Cola, Nike, EA, and many notable brands.

Ronaldinho's cars and houses

The famous football player owns an impressive car collection in his garage. The fleet of cars includes high-end machines like,

  • Lamborghini Aventador
  • Porsche Carerra S
  • Ferrari 458
  • Bugatti Veyron
  • Hummer H2
  • Audi R8

Regarding his houses, the famous player owns a half dozen homes worldwide. His most notable properties are in Greece, Barcelona, Florida, Brazil and Lake Como, Italy.

Ronaldinho's biography

The renowned player was born Ronaldo de Assis Moreira in Porto Alegre, the Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, to Dona Miguelina Eloi Assis dos Santos and Joao de Assis Moreira. His mother worked as a salesperson while his father was a shipyard worker who played football. However, his father passed on due to a heart attack when he was eight.

He has two siblings: Roberto, who acts as his manager, while his sister Deisi works as his press coordinator.

Ronaldinho's age
The legendary player looks on during the 10th International Soccer Hall of Fame Induction Gala at Auditorio Gota de Plata on 15 March 2022, in Pachuca, Mexico. Photo: Mauricio Salas
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Ronaldinho's nationality

The legendary player is a Brazilian national of mixed ethnicity, and represented Brazil at the international stage during his active years in football.

Ronaldinho's birthday

Gaucho annually celebrates his birthday on 21 March. He was born in 1980, and his birth sign is Aries.

Ronaldinho's age

The famed soccer guru is 42 years old as of September 2022.

Physical stats

The famed soccer player stands at a height of 5 Feet 11 Inches or 181 centimeters, his weight is 176 pounds or 80 kilograms, and his body measurements are 38- 32-12 inches or 97-81-30 centimetres.

Rise to stardom

He signed his first professional contract to play for Gremio and debuted on his senior side during the 1998 Copa Libertadores. While in the team, he achieved significant success, helping them win the inaugural Copa Sul-Minas. In 2001, the player signed a five-year contract with French side Paris Saint-Germain and played a vital role in the 2001/2 season of the Coupe de la Ligue.

He was part and parcel of the Brazil football team that won the FIFA World Cup in 2002, alongside two other football legends, Ronaldo and Rivaldo. He then joined FC Barcelona in 2003 and, later on won his first League title in the 2004/5 season. During this time, Ronaldinho's achievements were more than visible, and within no time, he was named FIFA World Player of the Year for two consecutive years.

Ronaldinho's achievements
Gaucho of in action during the David Beckham Match for Children in aid of UNICEF between Great Britain and Ireland at Old Trafford on 14 November 2015, in Manchester, England. Photo: Matthew Peters
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In July 2008, the famed player signed a three-year contract with AC Milan and finished his first season with the team with 10 goals in 32 appearances. However, his stint with Milan was unsuccessful as he later joined Flamengo in 2011.

In 2012, the famous former player joined Atletico Mineiro, signing a six-month contract. He then helped the team win Campeonato Mineiro and led his club to its first-ever title in the Copa Libertadores. He played for the club until September 2014, when he signed a two-year contract with the Mexican club Queretaro.

But even though he has played for several football clubs throughout his career, he still acknowledges FC Barcelona and how it changed his life, and was quoted saying,

I was in Barcelona for many years, where I won many things and achieved many dreams. For these reasons, it holds a special place in my heart.

Ronaldinho's awards

Throughout his career, the player has won many awards and honours to his name including,

  • (2003/04 and 2005/06) Don Ballon d'Or Award
  • (2004/5) FIFA World Player of the Year
  • (2005) FIFPro World Player of the Year
  • (2005) European Footballer of the Year

Is Ronaldinho married?

Although the soccer player tries to keep his personal life away from the public ear, he is a married man, and his wife is Janaina Mendes. The two lovebirds have been blessed with one kid, Joao De Assis Moreira, Ronaldinho's only son.

Is Ronaldinho on Instagram

The famed soccer player is a vibrant personality on social media platforms. He is on Instagram and has amassed over 67 million followers as of September 2022. On the platform, he often uploads photos and videos reminiscing his soccer career and also documenting his current endeavours. He is also on Twitter and has garnered over 21 million followers.

Ronaldinho's net worth has drastically increased thanks to his career earnings and the endorsement deals he still has despite his retirement. Nevertheless, he has repeatedly proven that anyone can achieve their goals, especially if they put their minds to them.

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Claudia Kogi is a Kenyan content creator with over 3 years of experience. Claudia joined Sportsbrief.com as a writer in January 2022, covering sports and relatable content.