Cristiano Ronaldo still costs a fortune after latest Saudi Pro League market update: How does it compare to Lionel Messi in MLS?

While many players see their worth collapse as birthdays pile up, one of soccer’s most enduring icons is proving that time alone does not dictate relevance.

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have defined a generation, reshaped soccer’s global economy, and carried their rivalry across leagues, continents, and eras. Now, deep into the final chapters of their careers, that rivalry has quietly resurfaced in a place few expected: market value. While many players see their worth collapse as birthdays pile up...