Ronaldo REPORTEDLY hires new bodyguard claimed to be ‘more aggressive’ than Messi’s protector
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Ronaldo REPORTEDLY hires new bodyguard claimed to be ‘more aggressive’ than Messi’s protector

David Ben 14:43 - 08.04.2025

Cristiano Ronaldo’s new security is said to be more experienced and intimidating than Messi’s famous bodyguard.

Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly hired a new chief bodyguard after concerns over their safety in Saudi Arabia.

The world’s highest paid athlete, who currently lives in Riyadh with his longtime partner Georgina Rodríguez and their five children, has taken action following alarming threats made to the family on social media.

Cristiano Ronaldo
Al Nassr superstar Cristiano Ronaldo | IMAGO

According to reports, these threats prompted police intervention, leaving the family feeling on edge.

Cristiano Ronaldo responds to alleged threats with new security detail

Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez | Credit: Instagram(georginagio)

Georgina, in particular, has already begun limiting her children’s exposure on social media to avoid further threats.

Georgina Rodriguez at the 2025 Paris Fashion Week | Getty

The couple, who have previously shared glimpses of their family life on Instagram, is believed to have made this decision as part of a broader security strategy to protect their children.

Ronaldo and Georgina with his children at the cinema || Instagram: @georginagio

Sources close to Ronaldo’s team have suggested that this move goes beyond personal choice, aiming to shield the family from the disturbing online messages.

Cristiano Ronaldo at Al Nassr | Imago

Ronaldo, known for his high-profile career with Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus, has now turned to Claudio Miguel Vaz as his new chief bodyguard, as reported by Marca.

Claudio Miguel Vaz
Claudio Miguel Vaz is reportedly Ronaldo’s new bodyguard | Credit: Instagram

Vaz, a security expert with significant experience, reportedly specialises in high-risk areas and has worked with several prominent footballers and musicians.

Claudio Miguel Vaz is reportedly Ronaldo’s new bodyguard | Credit: Instagram
Claudio Miguel Vaz is reportedly Ronaldo’s new bodyguard | Credit: Instagram

He boasts over 12,000 Instagram followers, and has previously worked with Portuguese stars like Rafael Leao and Gelson Martins.

Claudio Miguel Vaz and Portugal star Rafael Leao | Instagram

That number is very minute compared to that of Lionel Messi’s bodyguard Yassine Cheuko, who currently boasts over 1.2 million on Instagram.

Unlike Messi’s Cheuko, Ronaldo’s Vaz’s aggressive style reportedly raises concerns

Claudio Miguel Vaz is reportedly Ronaldo’s new bodyguard
Claudio Miguel Vaz is reportedly Ronaldo’s new bodyguard | Credit: Instagram

However, the decision to hire Vaz has raised eyebrows among Ronaldo’s inner circle.

Daily Mail suggests that Vaz’s approach to security is said to be more “intimidating and aggressive” than Ronaldo’s previous security team, and it contrasts sharply with the more measured approach of Lionel Messi’s bodyguard, Yassine Cheuko.

Yassine Cheuko
Yassine Cheuko, Lionel Messi's body guard || Credit: The Sun

While Cheuko, who has been with Messi since his time at Paris Saint-Germain and now at Inter Miami, known for his calm and professional demeanour, Vaz has already sparked controversy with his bold actions.

Messi and his bodyguard Yassine Chueko | Instagram
Claudio Miguel Vaz is reportedly Ronaldo’s new bodyguard
Claudio Miguel Vaz is reportedly Ronaldo’s new bodyguard | Credit: Instagram

One incident that made waves involved Vaz using a bright flashlight to disrupt photographers during Georgina’s trip to Paris for Fashion Week last month.

A video of the incident, shared on Instagram by Today Venezuela, quickly went viral, prompting backlash from viewers.

The bodyguard allegedly stunned the camera operators to prevent them from taking pictures, leading to widespread criticism on social media.

Fans were quick to express their displeasure, with many accusing Vaz of being overly aggressive.

The new security measures may be necessary in light of the threats facing the family, but Ronaldo’s choice of bodyguard has certainly raised some eyebrows.

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