Neymar Jr: Net Worth 2024, Personal Life, Career, and Achievements

The mesmerizing Neymar Jr rattled the soccer world after announcing his departure to the Saudi Pro Soccer League. The star, though, is currently injured at Al Hilal after suffering from an ACL injury. Yet, the player remains a polarizing figure within the soccer fraternity. The Brazilian soccer star, Neymar Jr, made his professional debut with a local club, Santos FC. He was offered a contract with them back in 2003 as a youth academy player. He stuck with the side for nearly a decade. Before the La Liga giants, FC Barcelona took notice of him. The team rejected offers from the Premier League sides, West Ham United, and even Chelsea, despite hefty sums on the table. In 2011, he won the Puskas Award for a solo goal against Flamenco.

Finally, in 2013, Santos accepted an offer from Barcelona, and off he went to La Liga. He thrived at the club until the 2017 season, alongside Leo Messi and later, Luis Suarez. In August 2017, he completed a transfer to Ligue 1 side, Paris Saint-Germain, albeit under controversial circumstances. Neymar's legal representatives made a payment of $222 million to the club, making it the most expensive transfer at the time.

Barcelona filed a lawsuit against Neymar, demanding the return of a contract renewal bonus as well as $85 million in damages and an additional 10% for the arrears. According to their claims, they are owed money that Neymar received as part of a renewal bonus when he signed a new contract in 2016. The club also requested Paris Saint-Germain to take on the responsibility for the payment of the fees if the player cannot do so himself. However, the two parties reached a settlement, and the case is now closed.

Neymar Jr's Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements

As of 2024, Neymar Jr's net worth stands at $85 million following his blockbuster move to Al Hilal. With that, he earns $50 million from his salary and winnings and an additional $35 million from endorsements. In terms of his contract with Al Nassr, Neymar earns various bonuses and allowances during his stay in the Middle East.

Neymar has inked numerous sponsorship deals since his reputation began to grow at the young age of 17. He has contracts with the likes of Nike, Panasonic, Volkswagen, Claro, Unilever, and Santander among many others. In 2013, he was even named the most marketable athlete ahead of Messi and Ronaldo.

All about Neymar Jr’s family

The Brazilian was born in Mogi das Cruzes, Brazil on February 5, 1992. His father, Neymar Santos Sr., was a former soccer player who played a crucial role in the development of Neymar. His mother's name is Nadine da Silva. However, his parents were separated when he was a child and his father later remarried. He has a sister named Rafaella Beckran and a half-brother named Matheus. After a hip injury derailed his father's career, Neymar turned into a stunning player under his Neymar Santos Sr.'s tutelage.

Neymar Jr’s dating history and kids

With his flamboyant lifestyle, Neymar Jr has dated several women in his lifetime. One of them was Bruna Marquezine, whom he dated for a long time. The Brazilian actress and the soccer player met during the Rio Carnival in 2012. They had an on-and-off relationship for six years and later went their separate ways due to long-distance commitments. With Neymar in Europe and Bruna in Brazil, the couple decided to part ways to focus on their careers in 2018. Natalia Barulich was another person he dated after meeting her at Neymar's birthday party.

On the other hand, Carolina Dantas was reportedly Neymar's first girlfriend and dated from 2010 to 2011. Neymar had his first kid, Davi Lucca, with Carolina. Yet, the couple split as soon as he was born. Both Neymar and Carolina share custody of their child. Larissa Macedo Machado, aka, Anitta was rumored to have dated Neymar in 2014 after meeting at a party. More often, fans spotted them enjoying a meal or partying in the clubs of Rio de Janeiro.

In 2014, Neymar was frequently spotted with model Thaila Ayala during his extravagant parties in Ibiza. Likewise, Neymar was spotted with the famous Spanish lawyer, Elisabeth Martinez, in Barcelona. She supported the Spanish soccer club and fans caught a glimpse of her with the Brazilian winger. They were spotted in various famous places like the Boca Grande, Opium nightclub, and Sutton nightclub.

He now has a second child, Mavie, with his ex-partner, Bruna Biancardi. Just like Bruna Marquezine, the couple announced their split after the birth of their child, ending the player's relationship with the model.

Neymar Jr’s on-pitch achievements

Neymar primarily plays as either a striker, winger, or attacking midfielder. He has been described as "a true phenomenon" by many. He possesses the ability to drift towards the infield, due to his energetic pace and playmaking skill. His skill with the ball has even drawn a few comparisons with the likes of Ronaldinho. Ronaldinho himself tipped Neymar on becoming the best player in the world.

With Barcelona, he helped clinch the La Liga twice, in 2014-15 and 2015-16. He also helped guide the team to three straight Copa Del Reys in a row and a 2014-15 UEFA Champions League. During his Ligue 1 stint, PSG won the Ligue 1 title in 2017-18, 2018-19, and 2019-2020 along with the Coupe de France and the Coupe de la Ligue 1 in the same year. PSG failed to win the league in the 2020-21 season as Lille pipped them to the title, but Neymar still had an amazing year individually.

He even guided the national team to the Confederations Cup in 2013. He also added the Olympic gold medal to his name in 2016 and now is the second-highest goalscorer for Brazil in all international competitions. Here is a list of his illustrious achievements:

Champions League Winner: 2014-15

Champions League Top scorer: 2014-15

FIFA Club World Cup winner: 2016

French League Champion: 2017-18, 2018-19, 2019-20, 2021-22, 2022-23

French Cup Winner: 2017-18, 2019-20, 2020-21

Spanish League Champion: 2014-15, 2015-16

Spanish Cup Winner: 2014-15, 2015-16, 2016-17

Olympics Gold medalist: 2016

FIFA Puskas Award (Goal of the Year): 2011

South American Footballer of the Year: 2011, 2012

Foundations and Charity

Neymar reportedly donates 10% of his earnings to his church back in Brazil. In addition to that, each year, Neymar organizes a charity match with fellow Brazilian footballer Nene. He is also involved in various charities like the Global Goals, Quiksilver Foundation, and UNICEF. Along with Lionel Messi, Neymar joined forces with pop star Jay Chou to raise awareness and funds for impoverished children through the PSG Endowment Fund.

He tagged with Humanity & Inclusion by launching an awareness campaign promoting access to school for children with disabilities. Moreover, he became the ambassador of the Charity Handicap International in 2017. Neymar Jr established Neymar Sports, a network of schools dedicated to nurturing the core qualities of the athlete Neymar Jr. in young people, including creativity, unpredictability, technical agility, and joy.