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Faiq Bolkiah's Net Worth In 2024: World's Richest Footballer?

Faiq Bolkiah's net worth in 2024 is an astounding $20 billion. Discover how his royal heritage and football career shaped his incredible fortune.

Faiq Bolkiah's Net Worth In 2024: World's Richest Footballer?

David Mitchell

Oct 17, 2024

Faiq Jefri Bolkiah was born on May 9, 1998, in Los Angeles, California, into the royal family of Brunei. He is the son of Prince Jefri Bolkiah and the nephew of the current Sultan of Brunei, Hassanal Bolkiah. Faiq grew up in an incredibly wealthy family, but he chose a different path by pursuing his passion for footballrather than relying on his family's fortune.

During his early childhood, Faiq moved to England where he began his education at prestigious institutions such as Bradfield College. His time in England played a significant role in nurturing his love for football. Even as a child, he preferred spending time on the footballfield, honing his skills, instead of immersing himself in the luxuries his family offered​.

Club Career

Faiq Bolkiah's club career began in England, where he played for A.F.C. Newbury in 2009. After that, he joined the Southampton Academy on a one-year deal. Following a stint with Southampton, he trialed with Arsenal and played in the 2013 Lion City Cup. His performancethere led to a two-year youth contract with Chelsea in 2014. In 2016, he signed a three-year professional deal with Leicester City, where he stayed until 2020.​

In September 2020, Bolkiah moved to Portugal, joining Marítimo in the Primeira Liga. He made his debut with the club's under-23 team in December 2020, and his senior debut with Marítimo B in April 2021​.

In late 2021, Bolkiah transitioned to Thai footballby joining Chonburi FC in the Thai League 1. He became the first Bruneian player to join a Thai club, scoring his first goal in November 2022. After leaving Chonburi in May 2023, Bolkiah signed with Ratchaburi FC, where he made his debut in August 2023 and scored his first goal the following month.

International Career

Faiq Bolkiah began his international career with Brunei in 2016, when he made his debut during the AFF Championship qualification on October 15, 2016, against Timor-Leste. At the time, he was just 18 years old. Throughout his career with the Brunei national team, Faiq has earned six caps and scored one goal. He has also represented Brunei at various youth levels, including the under-19 and under-23 teams, where he made significant contributions​

Bolkiah has played in key regional tournaments such as the AFC Solidarity Cup and the Southeast Asian Games, showcasing his leadership by captaining the Brunei team in some matches. Despite his relatively limited number of international appearances, his dedication to representing Brunei is evident, as he has consistently chosen to play for his homeland over other options.

Net Worth and Salary

As of 2024, Faiq Bolkiah's net worth is estimated to be around $20 billion. He holds the title of the wealthiest footballer in the world, largely due to his family's immense fortune, which comes from Brunei's oil and gas reserves. Faiq is a member of the Brunei royal family, and his personal earnings from footballare modest compared to his overall wealth, which is primarily inherited​.

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