Neymar Net Worth (Money & Salary)

Neymar’s Net Worth and Salary: What Do We Know?

With a net worth of $250 million, Neymar is a football (soccer) player hailing from Brazil. He is often recognized as one of the world’s top players, having played for prestigious teams including Santos, Barcelona, and Paris Saint-Germain, as well as being a key player for the Brazilian National Team.

The year 2017 marked the beginning of a new chapter for Neymar, as he entered into a lucrative 5-year contract with Paris Saint-Germain, solidifying his status as the highest-paid soccer player globally, potentially making him the highest-paid athlete in the world based solely on his base salary. His salary from PSG amounted to $78 million, complemented by an additional income of $20-40 million each year from bonuses and endorsements. For instance, in 2020, he amassed a total income of $96 million, which included $78 million from his salary and $18 million from endorsements. From May 2021 to May 2022, his earnings reportedly reached $90 million.

In August 2022, Neymar secured a deal with a Saudi team that ensures him a base salary of $160 million annually.

Early Life and Career Beginnings

Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior, better known as Neymar Jr. or simply Neymar, was born on February 5, 1992, in Mogi das Cruzes, Brazil. His father, Neymar Santos Sr., a former footballer himself, became his advisor after recognizing Neymar’s burgeoning talent in the sport. The family relocated to São Vicente in 2003, where Neymar began to play for the youth team Portuguesa Santista. Later that year, they moved to Santos, and he became a part of Santos FC, training at their youth academy. At just 14, Neymar had the opportunity to travel to Spain to join the Real Madrid youth team, where he saw stars like Ronaldo, Zinedine Zidane, David Beckham, and Robinho in action.

Professional Career

Neymar made his professional debut on March 7, 2009, at the young age of 17, entering Santos’ game against Oeste in the last half hour. He had an impressive rookie season, netting 14 goals in 48 appearances. In his second season, he scored 42 goals over 60 games and earned the title of 2012 South American Footballer of the Year. Neymar played his final match for Santos on May 26, 2013, and announced the next day his decision to sign with Barcelona FC.

During his tenure at Barcelona, Neymar achieved several remarkable milestones. He was part of the legendary attack trio, known as “MSN,” which included Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez, and collectively they scored an incredible 122 goals in the 2014-2015 season—the highest ever for a trio in Spanish football history. The following season, they surpassed their own record with a total of 131 goals. On August 3, 2017, Neymar’s legal representatives triggered the release clause of his contract, resulting in a reported €222 million payment to Barcelona, marking the highest transfer fee in football history at that time. Subsequently, he joined Paris Saint-Germain, contributing to PSG’s domestic quadruple in the 2019-2020 season and leading the team to its first Champions League final. After suffering an ankle injury in November 2021, Neymar made his return in February 2022, assisting the club in securing their record-tying 10th national championship. However, in March 2023, it was announced that he required surgery, sidelining him for the remainder of the season.

Beyond his club career in Brazil and Europe, Neymar’s journey also includes significant accomplishments as a member of the Brazilian National Team. He first earned a spot on Brazil’s senior team in 2010, making his debut in a friendly match at the age of 18.

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Representing Brazil at a variety of international competitions, he has participated in events such as the 2011 South American Youth Championship, the 2013 Confederations Cup, three Copa America tournaments (2011, 2015, and 2019), two Summer Olympics (2012 and 2016), and two World Cups (2014 and 2018), following his match against the United States.

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Personal Life

Neymar shares a son named Davi Lucca with his former partner Carolina Dantas, who was born on August 13, 2011. In 2021, he began dating Brazilian model Bruna Biancardi, with whom he announced their engagement in January 2022, although they had a temporary separation. However, they rekindled their relationship in January 2023 and revealed Bruna’s pregnancy in April.

His sister Rafaella holds a special place in his life, as they both have tattoos dedicated to one another. Furthermore, Neymar practices Pentecostal Christianity and is known to tithe 10% of his earnings to his church, although this information lacks confirmation.

Net Worth Over Time

At just 17, Neymar inked his first major contract with Brazilian team Santos, earning $1.7 million annually. The following year, Santos sought to secure him with a longer-term $20 million contract extension, which Neymar declined, believing the competitive level of the Brazilian leagues wouldn’t match that of Europe, potentially limiting his aspirations to be the best. He ultimately signed a short-term contract with Santos, earning $4 million a year, which allowed him to explore other opportunities. In 2013, a $119 million contract with Barcelona followed, netting him an average salary of $15 million per year, along with an estimated $16 million from endorsements, leading to total annual earnings of approximately $30 million between 2013 and 2017.

On August 2, 2017, a transfer deal brought Neymar to French club Paris Saint-Germain, where he was set to earn a remarkable $1.02 million weekly, translating to around $53 million annually in salary. Combined with endorsements, this sum reached around $70 million per year. From June 2017 to June 2018, Neymar generated $90 million, of which $20 million stemmed from endorsements, while the remaining $70 million was from salary and bonuses, a similar amount he earned from June 2018 to June 2019.

In May 2013, “SportsPro” magazine recognized Neymar as the most marketable athlete globally. A considerable share of his net worth is derived from various sponsorship agreements. In 2011, he secured an 11-year deal with Nike and became the face of their advertising campaigns, launching products like the Nike Hypervenom football boot in May 2013. Additionally, he signed a two-year, $2.4 million contract with Panasonic in 2011 and has collaborated with numerous brands, including Volkswagen, Tenys Pé Baruel, Lupo, Ambev, Claro, Unilever, and Santander.