Could Cristiano Ronaldo join Ryan Reynolds in football club ownership?

Cristiano Ronaldo could one day venture into club ownership, with speculation suggesting he might “follow in the footsteps of Ryan Reynolds at Wrexham.” The Portuguese icon, still active at 39, has not yet stepped away from his playing career, though former Manchester United teammate Louis Saha believes Ronaldo would excel as a club owner.

As he continues to make an impact on the field, Ronaldo’s future after retirement remains a topic of intrigue. His wealth and global reach make him a prime candidate for investing in a football club, much like Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney at Wrexham, who have revitalized the club with significant investments and media attention.

Saha, speaking to BoyleSports, suggested that Ronaldo’s status could bring immense visibility to any team he chooses to invest in. “Cristiano Ronaldo can follow in the footsteps of Ryan Reynolds at Wrexham, and he would be a huge success. There is no better promoter in the world than Cristiano, and that would work wonders at a football club no matter the level,” he stated.

Saha further highlighted Ronaldo’s unmatched social media influence, which brought 20 million new followers to Al-Nassr within a year. Saha said, “Social media is a massive machine, and nobody can compete with Cristiano. Whatever he does in retirement, people are going to follow. If he decided to buy a club, it could be even bigger.” He even joked about potentially serving as sporting director if Ronaldo ventures into ownership.

Alongside Reynolds and McElhenney’s success in North Wales, another ex-United No.7, David Beckham, has achieved high-profile success in the United States, working alongside Lionel Messi at Inter Miami. Ronaldo, who shares a similar stature in the football world, could seek to lead a club of his own in the future, potentially matching Beckham’s influence in MLS or beyond.