What was Diogo Jota’s net worth? Details explored as Liverpool and Portugal forward passes away in fatal car crash

Portugal v Spain - UEFA Nations League 2025 Final - Source: Getty
Portugal v Spain - UEFA Nations League 2025 Final - Source: Getty

On July 3, 2025, football player Diogo Jota and his brother Andre were involved in a tragic road accident on Thursday when their vehicle drifted off the road in the municipality of Cernadilla, Spain. The Civil Guard of Spain informed the BBC that the brothers were driving a Lamborghini, which veered off the road and ignited following a tire burst while attempting to overtake.

Diogo was a young forward for Liverpool and the Portugal National Team. He had been a pivotal player for both Liverpool and the Portugal national football team. He was a major asset to the football club's 2024 Premier League triumph and his national team's success in the 2024–25 UEFA Nations League.

According to Celebrity Net Worth, the deceased player, who debuted at the age of 17, had a net worth of over $18 million, attributed to team contracts and several commercial deals.


More details about Diogo Jota's net worth

Jota debuted for Pacos at the age of 17 and was subsequently poached by Spanish powerhouse Atletico Madrid in 2016. He did not appear in the Spanish capital but was given back to his native club, FC Porto. There, he enjoyed an excellent season in 2016/17, scoring 8 goals for Porto.

As one of the most promising talents in Portuguese football, the player’s transfer to Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Midlands of England was unexpected.

Diogo left Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2020. After leaving Wolverhampton Wanderers for Liverpool FC for a reported $45 million, he became famous for his play up front.

After his contract with Liverpool was extended in 2023, he received pay of approximately $7 million per annum, with an additional $2 million in performance bonuses. He made close to $45 million playing football over five years.

Besides football, Diogo was also involved in esports and sponsorships. He played and invested in electronic sports.

His wealth has reportedly increased by $3 million due to his active participation in esports. He earned about $1.5 million annually from endorsement deals he secured with companies like EA Sports and Nike. The 28-year-old had his eSports squad, titled Diogo Jota eSports, as he was a dedicated gamer. Jota was even named FIFA 21's top player in early 2021. Additionally, he streamed frequently on Twitch.

As reported by Free Press Journal, the player owned a three-storey Lisbon mansion with a gaming room and gym. He bought this $3 million mansion in 2022. Diogo Jota lived at a townhouse in Liverpool during the 2021–22 football season, which he bought for around $1.5 million.

As per Financial Express reports, Diogo Jota had a passion for performance vehicles. He owned a modest yet fashionable collection of cars, including a Porsche 911 Turbo S worth about $210,000 and a customized Range Rover Sport for about $120,000.

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Edited by Priscillah Mueni