CEO of Ryanair Group, Michael O'Leary poses before the press conference at Sheraton Diana Majestic on January 23, 2024 in Milan, Italy.
Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary.
  • Ryanair is Europe's biggest airline by market cap, known for its cheap tickets.
  • CEO Michael O'Leary is set for a $109 million bonus dependent on the company's stock price rising.
  • He told the Journal it's "very good value for Ryanair shareholders" compared to star soccer players.

The CEO of ultra-low-cost airline Ryanair told The Wall Street Journal his potential $109 million bonus is "very good value" compared to star athletes.