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Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi keep on being compared.

By William Estrella

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi keep on being compared.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi keep on being compared.

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo has been one of the best footballers of this era, competing almost on par with the Argentine, and no one can deny his extraordinary journey. Between Manchester United and Real Madrid, the Portuguese won five UEFA Champions Leagues. But, in addition to being great stars on the playing field, the two Ballon d'Or winners have known how to accumulate great fortunes and indulge themselves.

The Portuguese is not only a great figure on the field of play, but he has managed to transcend the borders of football and also presents himself as an avid watch collector. Today, he is a Jacob & Co brand ambassador and so he can show off his favorite watch: a $1.5 million custom Jacob & Co Bugatti Tourbillon Baguette variation.

At the same time, Leo Messi little by little was also putting together a luxurious collection of watches and there have been several accessories that have been seen on his wrist since his arrival in the United States. Thus, he has worn a Patek Philippe Novelty Nautilus 5712/1R in 18-carat pink gold that costs $220 dollars, or a Louis Vuitton Tambour in mega 22-carat pink gold to receive his eighth Ballon d'Or. which is worth $63,150, according to The Watch Pages. However, none of them are the most expensive ones he owns.

According to journalist Julio Montenegro, the most expensive watch that Leo Messi has in his collection is an 'Epic X Chrono Messi Full Baguette' that costs 600 thousand dollars. It has an 18-karat white gold case and lugs, 141 carats of baguette diamonds and also a blue mineral glass dial adorned with diamonds, rubies and sapphires.


William Estrella

William Estrella

I'm a Mexican sports journalist with more than 8 years of experience, especially in digital media. I cover breaking news and investigative articles on current soccer events worldwide. I currently write for El Futbolero USA. Previously, I worked as a radio announcer in my country, covering Mexican soccer.

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