Andrés Iniesta's net worth: Discover the wealth of the football legend

Andrés Iniesta's net worth: Discover the wealth of the football legend

Steve Njuguna
December 9, 2023 at 10:41 AM

Andrés Iniesta Luján is a Spanish professional footballer. Widely seen as one of the best midfielders of his generation, Iniesta's crowning moment was scoring the winning goal in the 2010 World Cup final. This article discusses his net worth and biography.

Andrés Iniesta's net worth
Iniesta celebrates after scoring the winning goal for Spain against The Netherlands during the 2010 World Cup final. Photo by Jamie McDonald
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Iniesta has played most of his career with Spanish giants FC Barcelona, coming through their youth system to spend 18 years at the club. He also played for the Spanish national team for twelve years, racking up a total of 131 appearances.

Andrés Iniesta's profile summary

Name

Andrés Iniesta Luján

Date of birth

11 May 1984

Place of birth

Fuentealbilla, Spain

Listed height in feet

5 ft 8 inches

Listed height in centimetres

172 cm

Nationality

Spain

Profession

Professional footballer

Youth teams

Albacete, Barcelona

Senior teams

Barcelona, Vissel Kobe, Emirates

Playing position

Midfielder

Marital status

Married

Spouse

Anna Ortiz

Number of children

Five

Religious affiliation

Catholic

Current club

Emirates

Current place of residence

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Endorsements

Asics sportswear, EA Sports

Preferred foot

Right

Investments

Winemaker, Team sponsor of Albacete FC

Jersey number

8

Social media

Instagram, Twitter, Facebook

Net Worth

120 million

How old is Andrés Iniesta?

Andrés Iniesta (aged 39 as of December 2023) was born on 11 May 1984. He hails from Fuentealbilla, Spain.

Iniesta playing career
Iniesta during his time captaining Barcelona FC. Photo by Maria Jose Segovia
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Andrés Iniesta's family

Andrés Iniesta was born to José Antonio Iniesta and María Luján. He has a sister named Maribel Iniesta. He married Anna Ortiz in 2005, and they have five children: three girls and two boys.

What is Andrés Iniesta's net worth?

Andrés Iniesta, as of 2023, is estimated to be worth as much as $120 million. This comes from his contracts as a footballer as well as his endorsements and business holdings.

Andrés Iniesta's playing career

His senior career at Barcelona spanned from 2002 to 2018. Iniesta played a crucial role in the team's success under managers such as Frank Rijkaard and Pep Guardiola. He won numerous domestic and international titles with Barcelona, including multiple La Liga titles, UEFA Champions League trophies, and FIFA Club World Cups.

Iniesta gained international recognition as a vital member of the Spanish national team, contributing significantly to their triumphs in the 2008 and 2012 UEFA European Championships and the 2010 FIFA World Cup. His goal in the 2010 World Cup final against the Netherlands secured Spain's first-ever victory.

After leaving Barcelona in 2018, Iniesta joined the Japanese club Vissel Kobe, where he stayed until 2023 when he joined UAE Pro League Club Emirates.

Andres Iniesta
Iniesta during his time at Vissel Kobe. Photo by Etsuo Hara
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Frequently asked questions

Is Andrés Iniesta retired?

Andrés Iniesta is still playing competitive football with UAE Pro League side Emirates FC. He joined the team in August 2023.

Where does Andrés Iniesta live?

Andrés Iniesta has a house in his hometown of Fuentealbilla in Spain. It is connected to a winery he owns. He currently lives in Dubai due to his professional commitments with Emirates FC.

What are Andrés Iniesta's career earnings?

From Andres Iniesta's salary per week at Barcelona, his cumulative wages until he left the club in 2018 totalled $73 168 474. He joined Vissel Kobe in 2018 and was paid $30 million per season until his contract ended in August 2023.

Final Word

Andrés Iniesta's playing style is characterised by his exceptional ball control, vision, passing ability, and composure under pressure. That's why many fans who love to watch him play are interested to learn more about his achivements and net worth.

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Steve Njuguna
Steve Njuguna is a media professional with close to a decade of experience in the sports media industry. He has previously worked as a sports journalist with Bamba Sports TV, Vybez Radio and The Nairobian newspaper.