Neymar Net Worth (Money & Salary)

Neymar’s Net Worth and Salary: What You Need to Know

A Brazilian football (soccer) player, Neymar boasts a net worth of $250 million. Regarded as one of the top players globally, he has represented clubs like Santos, Barcelona, and Paris Saint-Germain, and is also a key player for the Brazilian National Team.

In 2017, Neymar secured a new contract with Paris Saint-Germain spanning five years, propelling him to the status of the highest-paid soccer player in the world, and possibly the highest-paid athlete overall when it comes to base salary. His base salary at the club reached $78 million, complemented by an additional $20-40 million annually from endorsements and bonuses. For example, in 2020, his total earnings amounted to $96 million—$78 million from salary and $18 million from endorsements. Between May 2021 and May 2022, he reportedly earned $90 million.

In August 2022, Neymar inked a deal with a Saudi team that ensured him an annual base salary of $160 million.

Beginnings of Life and Career

Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior, widely 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, recognized his son’s burgeoning talent and took on the role of his advisor. In 2003, the family relocated to São Vicente, where Neymar began his journey with the youth team Portuguesa Santista. They later moved to Santos, where he joined Santos FC and honed his skills in their youth academy. At the age of 14, Neymar ventured to Spain, joining the youth team of Real Madrid at a time when stars like Ronaldo, Zinedine Zidane, David Beckham, and Robinho represented the club.

Neymar’s Professional Journey

On March 7, 2009, Neymar made his professional debut at just 17 years old, stepping onto the field for the last 30 minutes of Santos’ match against Oeste. During his rookie season, he netted 14 goals in 48 appearances. He further excelled in his second season in 2010, scoring 42 goals across 60 matches and earning the 2012 South American Footballer of the Year award. Neymar played his final match for Santos on May 26, 2013, and the next day, he announced his move to Barcelona FC.

At Barcelona, Neymar achieved remarkable feats. He became part of the legendary trio alongside Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez, dubbed “MSN,” which scored a combined total of 122 goals in the 2014-2015 season—the highest ever recorded for an attacking trio in Spanish football history. The following year, they surpassed this achievement with 131 goals. On August 3, 2017, Barcelona confirmed that Neymar’s legal representatives had activated his contract’s release clause, amounting to €222 million—the costliest transfer at that time. Subsequently, he transferred to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). Neymar played a pivotal role in leading PSG to a domestic quadruple during the 2019-2020 season and to their first Champions League final. After suffering an ankle injury in November 2021, he made a comeback in February 2022, contributing to the club’s 10th national championship victory. However, in March 2023, it was announced that Neymar would require surgery, ruling him out for the remainder of the season.

Beyond his club achievements, Neymar’s international career with the Brazilian National Team has also been fruitful. He debuted for Brazil’s senior team in 2010 at the young age of 18 during a friendly match.against the United States. Since then, he has represented Brazil in numerous international competitions, which include the 2011 South American Youth Championship, the 2013 Confederations Cup, three editions of the Copa America (2011, 2015, and 2019), two Summer Olympics (2012 and 2016), as well as two World Cups (2014 and 2018).

Personal Life

Formerly, Neymar was in a relationship with Carolina Dantas, and together they have a son named Davi Lucca, who was born on August 13, 2011. In 2021, he began dating Brazilian model Bruna Biancardi, and the couple announced their engagement in January 2022, though they briefly separated afterward. They reconciled in January 2023, and in April, they shared the news of Bruna’s pregnancy.

Neymar shares a close bond with his sister Rafaella; both siblings have tattoos dedicated to one another. Additionally, he is a devoted Pentecostal Christian and reportedly donates 10% of his earnings to his church, although these claims lack substantiation.

Net Worth Over Time

At the young age of 17, Neymar secured his first significant contract with the Brazilian team Santos, which paid him $1.7 million annually. A year later, Santos tried to extend Neymar’s contract for $20 million over a longer term, but he declined the offer, believing that the Brazilian leagues wouldn’t offer the level of competition he needed to realize his goal of becoming the best player in the world in European leagues. He ultimately signed a short-term deal with Santos that provided him $4 million annually while allowing him to explore other opportunities. In 2013, Neymar inked a $119 million contract with Barcelona, earning him an average annual salary of $15 million. From endorsements, he garnered approximately $16 million per year, bringing his total annual earnings to around $30 million from 2013 to 2017.

On August 2, 2017, Neymar signed with French club Paris Saint-Germain, with the deal structured to provide him with a record-setting salary of $1.02 million weekly, translating to about $53 million per year. When taking into account endorsements, his annual earnings are projected to be around $70 million. From June 2017 to June 2018, Neymar’s total earnings reached $90 million, comprising $20 million from endorsements and $70 million from salary and bonuses. He earned a similar amount from June 2018 to June 2019.

In May 2013, Neymar was named the most marketable athlete in the world by “SportsPro” magazine. A considerable portion of his wealth stems from various sponsorship deals. In 2011, he entered into an 11-year agreement with Nike, becoming the face of multiple advertising campaigns for the brand and launching products such as the Nike Hypervenom football boots, which debuted in May 2013. In the same year, he signed a 2-year deal with Panasonic worth $2.4 million. Other companies he has collaborated with include Volkswagen, Tenys Pé Baruel, Lupo, Ambev, Claro, Unilever, and Santander.