Sir David Beckham has been officially knighted, and although his fortune is estimated at £500million, it is modest when compared to the wealth of the world’s richest football star
Sir David Beckham’s recent Knighthood has further solidified his status as a national icon, recognised for his contributions to charity and sport.
The 50-year-old, along with his wife Victoria, has constructed an empire that reaches far beyond the football pitch, with their combined net worth estimated at £500million, according to The Sunday Times Rich List.
However, their wealth is dwarfed by the astonishing fortune of Faiq Bolkiah, the wealthiest footballer in the world, whose net worth is reported to be around £20billion – approximately 40 times that of the Beckhams.
Bolkiah, a 27-year-old winger who was once part of Chelsea’s academy, is a member of the Brunei Royal family, attributing his vast wealth primarily to his lineage as the nephew of the Sultan of Brunei, Hassanal Bolkiah.
Unlike Beckham, whose wealth originates from a distinguished career with the likes of Manchester United, Real Madrid and numerous profitable endorsements, Bolkiah’s fortune is largely inherited.
The Brunei Royal family’s extensive assets include oil and gas reserves, luxury properties and investments that overshadow the earnings of even the most successful athletes.