Top 10 Richest Nigerian Footballers in 2025

 

Nigeria has produced some of the most talented and successful footballers in Africa, many of whom have earned vast fortunes from their careers in top clubs worldwide. These players have invested in real estate, luxury cars, and businesses, making them some of the wealthiest athletes in the country. Below is the updated list of the top 10  Richest Nigerian Footballers  in 2025, along with their current clubs, properties, and net worth.

 

1.  John Mikel Obi (Net Worth) - $55.8 Million

 

John Mikel Obi remains one of the  Richest Nigerian Footballers , with a net worth of $55.8 million.

 

 

• Age:  37

• Place of Birth:  Jos, Plateau State

• Net Worth:  $55.8 million

• Clubs Played For:  Chelsea, Tianjin TEDA, Stoke City, Trabzonspor

• Current Club (2025):  Retired

• Properties:  Owns mansions in London and Lagos, with multiple real estate investments

• Luxury Cars:  Bentley Continental GT, Mercedes-Benz G-Class, Range Rover Sport

• Career Highlights:  UEFA Champions League winner with Chelsea, multiple Premier League titles

 

2.  Obafemi Martins  (Net Worth) - $41 Million

 

 

• Age:  40

• Place of Birth:  Lagos

• Net Worth:  $41 million

• Clubs Played For:  Inter Milan, Newcastle United, Seattle Sounders, Shanghai Shenhua

• Current Club (2025):  Retired

• Properties:  Owns luxury homes in Lagos, Dubai, and Italy

• Luxury Cars:  Ferrari Lusso, BMW X6, Porsche Gemballa, Mercedes-Benz McLaren

• Career Highlights:  Won the League Cup with Birmingham City, played in multiple leagues worldwide

 

3.  Odion Ighalo  (Net Worth) - $38 Million

 

 

• Age:  35

• Place of Birth:  Lagos

• Net Worth:  $38 million

• Clubs Played For:  Watford, Manchester United, Al Hilal, Al Shabab

• Current Club (2025): Al-Wehda (Saudi Professional League)

• Properties: Owns multiple properties in Lagos, including the Ighalo Orphanage Home

• Luxury Cars: Range Rover Sport, Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon

• Career Highlights: First Nigerian to play for Manchester United, top scorer in AFCON 2019

 

4. Wilfred Ndidi (Net Worth) - $35 Million

 

 

• Age: 28

• Place of Birth: Lagos

• Net Worth: $35 million

• Clubs Played For: Genk, Leicester City

• Current Club (2025): Leicester City (Premier League)

• Properties: Owns a mansion in Leicester and a real estate portfolio in Nigeria

• Luxury Cars: BMW X3, Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon

• Career Highlights: FA Cup winner with Leicester City, one of the best defensive midfielders in the EPL

 

5. Victor Osimhen (Net Worth) - $30 Million

 

Victor Osimhen is currently the Richest Nigerian Footballer under the age of 30 and the most talked-about player in Nigerian football. His remarkable performances for Napoli, where he led the club to a historic Serie A title, have made him a global sensation. Osimhen's speed, strength, and goal-scoring ability have earned him recognition as one of the best strikers in the world.

 

 

• Age: 26

• Place of Birth: Lagos

• Net Worth: $30 million

• Clubs Played For: Lille, Napoli

• Current Club (2025): Galatasaray S.K. (Loan)

• Properties: Owns real estate in Lagos and Naples

• Luxury Cars: 2021 Mercedes G-Wagon, Audi Q7

• Career Highlights: Serie A champion with Napoli, Africa’s most expensive player

With lucrative endorsements, rising transfer value, and increasing global recognition, Osimhen is set to grow even wealthier in the coming years. His journey from Nigeria to becoming the Richest Nigerian Footballer under 30 is an inspiration to many young talents.

 

6. Victor Moses (Net Worth) - $26.2 Million

 

• Age: 34

• Place of Birth: Lagos

• Net Worth: $26.2 million

• Clubs Played For: Chelsea, Liverpool, West Ham, Inter Milan, Spartak Moscow

• Current Club (2025): Luton Town (EFL Championship)

• Properties: Owns homes in London and Lagos

• Luxury Cars: Audi A8, Range Rover Sport, Maserati

• Career Highlights: Premier League winner with Chelsea, UEFA Europa League champion

 

7. Ahmed Musa (Net Worth) - $23 Million

 

 

• Age: 32

• Place of Birth: Jos, Plateau State

• Net Worth: $23 million

• Clubs Played For: CSKA Moscow, Leicester City, Al Nassr, Sivasspor

• Current Club (2025):  Kano Pillars (NPFL)

• Properties:  Owns shopping centers, petrol stations, and luxury homes in Kaduna, Jos, and Abuja

• Luxury Cars:  BMW i8, Range Rover Sport, Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon

• Career Highlights:  Captain of the Super Eagles, Nigeria's highest goal scorer at the World Cup

 

8.  Emmanuel Emenike  (Net Worth) - $15 Million

 

 

• Age:  37

• Place of Birth:  Otuocha, Anambra State

• Net Worth:  $15 million

• Clubs Played For:  Spartak Moscow, Fenerbahçe, West Ham United

• Current Club (2025):  Retired

• Properties:  Owns a luxury mansion in Owerri and real estate investments in Dubai and London

• Luxury Cars:  Rolls-Royce Phantom, Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon

• Career Highlights:  Top scorer at AFCON 2013, won the Turkish Super Lig with Fenerbahçe

 

9.  Kelechi Iheanacho  (Net Worth) - $18 Million

 

 

• Age:  28

• Place of Birth:  Imo State

• Net Worth:  $18 million

• Clubs Played For:  Manchester City, Leicester City

• Current Club (2025):  Middlesbrough FC (Loan)

• Properties:  Owns houses in Manchester and Lagos

• Luxury Cars:  Mercedes-Benz CLA, Range Rover Velar

• Career Highlights:  FA Cup winner with Leicester City, top scorer in U-17 World Cup

 

10.  Samuel Chukwueze  (Net Worth) - $15 Million

 

 

• Age:  25

• Place of Birth:  Umuahia, Abia State

• Net Worth:  $15 million

• Clubs Played For:  Villarreal, AC Milan

• Current Club (2025):  AC Milan (Serie A)

• Properties:  Owns real estate in Spain and Nigeria

• Luxury Cars:  Mercedes-Benz C-Class, BMW X5

• Career Highlights:  UEFA Europa League winner with Villarreal, a key player in AC Milan's attack

 

Conclusion

These footballers are not only famous for their skills on the pitch but also for their smart investments and business ventures. As their careers continue, their net worth is expected to grow, further cementing their status among the Richest Nigerian Footballers.

Source:  Easywin News