Neymar Jr is one of the most popular soccer players in the world. The Brazilian star who shows off his iconic skills on the ground is also known for his lavish lifestyle. He also likes to party and lives his life to the fullest while maximizing his fame and wealth.
The PSG forward earns a whopping $90 million a year with his contract and has a net worth of around $200 million. Neymar certainly doesn’t shy away from it and likes to invest in luxuries of all kinds. One of his most memorable splurges was in 2021 when he purchased a custom-made helicopter with a Batman theme that cost around $15 million.
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Neymar’s Batman chopper
The chopper is an Airbus H145 with a twin engine and can travel 404 Standard Miles on a full tank. The chopper can also hit a top speed of 150 MPH. Neymar went the extra length to live his dream as one of his favorite superhero characters, Batman.
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The chopper has been modified with Neymar’s initials “NJR” on the wing. And is painted full midnight black to resemble that of the Batman chopper. The initial cost of the chopper on the market is $14 million. However, the extra modifications cost the standout Brazilian an extra million.
Neymar Jr arrives at Brazil training in his personalised black Mercedes helicopter worth an estimated $12 million. How was your commute? pic.twitter.com/2ceCZuhmZc
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) June 5, 2019
This doesn’t come as a surprise considering Neymar’s lavish lifestyle. He is often seen indulging in luxury cars, watches, and clothing. However, this lifestyle isn’t deprived of its own sets of controversies. Neymar in the past has been accused to be involved in some controversies, including tax evasion and a sexual assault case.
Neymar is a big fan of Gotham’s Dark Knight
The Brazilian soccer star has a huge love for the Vigilante of Gotham – Batman. In fact, he has even listed Batman as his favorite hero ahead of other superhero characters like Spiderman, Flash, Superman, and The Hulk. On top of that, the 31-year-old Brazilian also has a tattoo of Batman on his back.
Neymar shows off his new Spider-Man and Batman ink 💉
Credit: @ThieresPaimTattoo on Instagram pic.twitter.com/eNGPL0bQj1
— Soccer AM (@SoccerAM) October 24, 2018
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From inking his body to buying themed helicopters, it is clear that Neymar shares an immense love for this fictional character. And why not? Because, unlike other superheroes who have superhuman abilities, Batman relies on his own skills, intelligence, and physical training to fight crime. This is something that a soccer star like Neymar can relate to.
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