10 Most Luxurious Houses Owned by Football Players

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The world's top football players earn enormous incomes, sometimes reaching billions per week. That's why they often spend their money on extravagant purchases such as supercars, yachts, luxurious homes, and even private jets. Below are the 10 most luxurious houses owned by football players.

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10. Andres Iniesta - $110 million

Andres Iniesta is a Spanish football player known as one of the best midfielders in the history of football. He built this house approximately 15 years ago, featuring his name and jersey number on the exterior wall, along with the badges of Barcelona and Spain. The house consists of 5 bedrooms and a swimming pool valued at around $4.6 million.

9. Mario Balotelli - $120 million

Mario Balotelli is an extremely talented player who has played for renowned clubs like Inter Milan, Manchester City, and AC Milan. Upon signing with Liverpool, Balotelli purchased this extravagant mansion for approximately $5 million. The house boasts a swimming pool, a private theater, and four bedrooms.

8. Lionel Messi - $120 million

Lionel Messi is considered one of the greatest football players to ever grace the planet. The sports enthusiast designed his house to resemble a football, sitting on a piece of land that resembles a soccer field. The house includes a spa, a private theater, and all kinds of luxurious and eco-friendly amenities. The construction cost was $5 million.

7. Gareth Bale - $143 million

After signing with Real Madrid, Gareth Bale moved into the former residence of Kaka, one of the most luxurious and valuable areas in Madrid. His new neighbors include Zinedine Zidane and many other famous Spaniards. Houses in this area are sold for over $6 million. The house comprises 4 bedrooms, a 6-car garage, a beautiful swimming pool, and an indoor gym.

6. John Terry - $155 million

John Terry fell in love with Oxshott, a suburban village in Surrey, just a few minutes walk from London. He previously owned a lavish 10-bedroom mansion with a home theater, an aquarium, and numerous luxurious amenities, but he decided to sell it.

Afterward, he purchased a magnificent 7-bedroom, 6-bathroom house only about 1.5 km away from his previous home. This property, which used to belong to golfer Colin Montgomerie, reportedly cost around $6.5 million.

5. Cristiano Ronaldo - $175 million

Cristiano Ronaldo and Messi are considered arch-rivals in the world of football. Year after year, these two players battle it out for the title of the world's best footballer. The exceptional Portuguese player used to own an opulent 8,000 m2 mansion near Madrid valued at around £6 million. The property included 7 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, 2 swimming pools, a spacious garden, and even a trophy room to store all his awards and medals.

4. Didier Drogba - $343 million

Didier Drogba is one of the most remarkable strikers in Chelsea's successful history. Didier Drogba earned a fortune during his career and was known for his lavish spending, including nearly $14.4 million for this grand mansion. The property boasts 7 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, a sports museum, and several smaller rooms for children.

3. Thierry Henry - $357 million

Another legendary striker, Thierry Henry, decided to end his illustrious career with the New York Red Bulls after 16 years in Europe with Monaco, Juventus, Arsenal, and Barcelona. He moved to one of the most expensive areas of New York City, right in the heart of Soho, into a sprawling penthouse apartment spread over two floors, valued at $15 million.

2. Wayne Rooney - $425 million

Wayne Rooney's house resembles a palace. He bought the property for $6 million several years ago and invested heavily in its interior and architecture. Valued at approximately $17.83 million, Rooney's "palace" includes a sports museum, a large indoor swimming pool, beautiful gardens, and a family theater.

1. David Beckham - $1.2 trillion

When it comes to football players' homes, nobody surpasses David Beckham and his wife, Victoria. For many years, they owned one of the most exquisite properties in the English countryside, famously dubbed "Beckingham Palace," but they sold it in 2013.

Afterward, they purchased a mansion in the heart of the capital city for $50 million. Of course, this house is known as "Beckingham Palace II," one of the largest and most stunning houses in Kensington. This mansion spans 5 floors, with a luxurious living space of 9,000 ft2 (around 836m2), 8 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, a gym, a spa, four nail salons, a catwalk, and even an indoor waterfall.

Conclusion

The extravagant lifestyles of footballers are evident in their opulent houses, showcasing their immense wealth and success. From Messi to Beckham, these footballers' houses exemplify luxury and grandeur on an unparalleled level.

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