Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa, is one of Nigeria's richest footballers and he has seen his net worth soar remarkably since his early days at the GBS Football Academy in Jos, Nigeria.
In the course of his career, Musa has showcased his talent across nine clubs in six different countries, earning commendable weekly wages along the way.
At 32, he has transformed his story from humble beginnings, rising from being one of the lowest earners at Kano Pillars to becoming one of the wealthiest Nigerian footballers.
Musa’s success isn’t confined to the pitch; he has also excelled in business.
His smart investments, including a fitness centre and multiple fuel stations, have created multiple streams of income, solidifying his position as a savvy entrepreneur.
Musa also has investments in real estate in Nigerian and the United States as well as secondary schools in Jos, Kaduna and Kano.
The former CSKA Moscow winger is also investing in the transportation and agricultural sector in Nigeria as he continues to expand his financial portfolio.
Ahmed Musa's net worth in dollars
Ahmed Musa is currently reported to have a net worth of around €24 million. This translates to just above $26 million, as per the forex rates.
A chunk of Musa’s money was made from his football career, though, following spells with Dutch side VVV-Venlo and Russian outfit CSKA Moscow.
Musa, came into the big leagues when he joined Premier League club Leicester City in 2018. Musa’s weekly salary shot up to around €75,000, which saw him making €3.9 million per year, including bonuses.
Although Ahmed Musa’s stint at Leicester City didn’t unfold as planned due to injuries that hindered his performance, he still managed to boost his earnings with a move to Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr.
The move earned reportedly earned him $3 million tax free outside his salary and bonuses with the club.
Ahmed Musa net worth in Naira
In 2021, Musa made a heartfelt return to his boyhood club, Kano Pillars, in the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL), playing without earning a salary.
However, his career rebounded as he secured over €1.5 million in wages during the past three years while representing Turkish clubs Fatih Karagümrük and Sivasspor.
He then fell out with Sivasspor and returned once again to Kano Pillars where he currently plays at the moment.
Currently, Ahmed Musa's net worth in Naira is currently estimated at an impressive N41.9 billion.
