Cristiano Ronaldo poses with models as he unveils his debut fragrence "Cristiano Ronaldo Legacy" at a launch party on September 9, 2015 in Madrid, Spain. Ronaldo's global popularity has grown thanks to the work of his agent Jorge Mendes.
Cristiano Ronaldo poses with models as he unveils his debut fragrence "Cristiano Ronaldo Legacy" at a launch party on September 9, 2015 in Madrid, Spain. Ronaldo's global popularity has grown thanks to the work of his agent Jorge Mendes.
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Super agent Mendes stands in front of the press to promote book "The Special Agent" written by Miguel Cuesta and Jonathan Sanchez. Cuesta says Mendes' charm, along with his round-the-clock work ethic, is what appeals to star players and major football clubs.
Super agent Mendes stands in front of the press to promote book "The Special Agent" written by Miguel Cuesta and Jonathan Sanchez. Cuesta says Mendes' charm, along with his round-the-clock work ethic, is what appeals to star players and major football clubs.
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Anthony Martial scored only 11 senior-level goals in his career before being sold by AS Monaco for $55.5 million to Manchester United. Although he was not the player's agent, Mendes reportedly recommended the player to the buyers.
Anthony Martial scored only 11 senior-level goals in his career before being sold by AS Monaco for $55.5 million to Manchester United. Although he was not the player's agent, Mendes reportedly recommended the player to the buyers.
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Mendes' first big signing was then-18-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo, who was moved from Sporting Lisbon to Manchester United in 2003. In 2009 Man U sold Ronaldo to Real Madrid, netting $100 million in profits. "Jorge and Cristiano Ronaldo have been a perfect match for each other," says agent Barry Silkman.
Mendes' first big signing was then-18-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo, who was moved from Sporting Lisbon to Manchester United in 2003. In 2009 Man U sold Ronaldo to Real Madrid, netting $100 million in profits. "Jorge and Cristiano Ronaldo have been a perfect match for each other," says agent Barry Silkman.
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Mendes was at Ronaldo's side when the star renewed his Real contract in September 2013.
Mendes was at Ronaldo's side when the star renewed his Real contract in September 2013.
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James Rodriguez played only one year at Monaco before being sold to Real for a profit of $50 million. Mendes represents Rodriguez and is said to have a working relationship selling players for Monaco.
James Rodriguez played only one year at Monaco before being sold to Real for a profit of $50 million. Mendes represents Rodriguez and is said to have a working relationship selling players for Monaco.
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Jose Mourinho signed with Mendes because of his ability to secure an interview with Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich, according to Mendes' biographer, thus launching a two-term title run with the Blues.
Jose Mourinho signed with Mendes because of his ability to secure an interview with Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich, according to Mendes' biographer, thus launching a two-term title run with the Blues.
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Mendes' client David de Gea was the victim of a bureaucratic mishap between United and Real on transfer deadline day, but signed a new contract with the Red Devils shortly after.
Mendes' client David de Gea was the victim of a bureaucratic mishap between United and Real on transfer deadline day, but signed a new contract with the Red Devils shortly after.
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Radamel Falcao of Chelsea has played for four teams in four seasons -- all of which have close ties to his agent Mendes.
Radamel Falcao of Chelsea has played for four teams in four seasons -- all of which have close ties to his agent Mendes.
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In England Falcao has struggled to recapture the form he showed at Porto and Atletico Madrid. The Colombian required knee surgery after he was injured playing for Monaco against an amateur side in a French Cup tie on January 2014.
In England Falcao has struggled to recapture the form he showed at Porto and Atletico Madrid. The Colombian required knee surgery after he was injured playing for Monaco against an amateur side in a French Cup tie on January 2014.
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Mendes' client Angel Di Maria was signed by Paris Saint-Germain for $68 million after scoring only four goals at United.
Mendes' client Angel Di Maria was signed by Paris Saint-Germain for $68 million after scoring only four goals at United.
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Chelsea goalscorer Diego Costa, another Mendes client, was sold from Atletico for $49 million in 2014.
Chelsea goalscorer Diego Costa, another Mendes client, was sold from Atletico for $49 million in 2014.
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Another Mendes client, Nicolas Otamendi was sold by Valencia to Manchester City for $44 million on transfer deadline day.
Another Mendes client, Nicolas Otamendi was sold by Valencia to Manchester City for $44 million on transfer deadline day.
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Former Mendes client Nani is still on good terms with the agent, according to his uncle Antonio Mustafa Jalo. "A player who is not a natural talent cannot shine without him," he said.
Former Mendes client Nani is still on good terms with the agent, according to his uncle Antonio Mustafa Jalo. "A player who is not a natural talent cannot shine without him," he said.
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Real boss Florentino Perez (R) has taken part in many deals involving Mendes and was a guest at his wedding. He is seen welcoming in new coach Rafa Benitez earlier this year.
Real boss Florentino Perez (R) has taken part in many deals involving Mendes and was a guest at his wedding. He is seen welcoming in new coach Rafa Benitez earlier this year.
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