What Is Franck Kessié’s Net Worth In 2024? Salary, Contracts & Endorsements
Franck Kessié’s net worth in 2024 is estimated at €5 million, boosted by his move to Al Ahli in the Saudi Pro League. Explore his salary, contracts, and endorsements.

Gabriel Martinez
Oct 17, 2024
Franck Kessié was born on December 19, 1996, in Ouragahio, a small town in the Ivory Coast. His father was a professional footballer before serving in the Ivorian army. Tragically, Kessié lost his father when he was only 11 years old due to illness. This loss had a deep impact on him, and he honors his father with a military-style salute during goal celebrations. This tribute symbolizes his respect for his father's military background.
Growing up in the Ivory Coast, Kessié was passionate about footballfrom a young age, inspired by his father's sporting background. In 2010, he joined the youth academy of Stella Club d'Adjamé, a well-known Ivorian footballclub. His talent quickly became evident, and he was promoted to the club's senior team in 2014 before moving to Europe to further his career.
Club Career
Franck Kessié's club career began in 2010 when he joined Stella Club d'Adjamé in Ivory Coast. He moved to Europe in January 2015, signing with Italian club Atalanta. Initially, he played for Atalanta’s youth team before making his Serie A debut. To gain experience, Kessié was loaned to Serie B club Cesena for the 2015-16 season, where he played regularly, scoring four goals in 37 appearances.
Upon returning to Atalanta, Kessié became a key player during the 2016-17 season. His performances caught the attention of AC Milan, and in 2017, he joined Milan on a two-year loan with an obligation to buy. At Milan, Kessié established himself as a dominant midfielder, known for his strength, work rate, and ability to score crucial goals. He played a vital role in helping the team win the 2021-22 Serie A title, scoring 13 goals during that season.
In July 2022, Kessié transferred to FC Barcelona, where he continued to impress, contributing to the team's success in the Spanish Super Cup. However, in August 2023, he joined Saudi Pro League club Al Ahli, where he remains under contract until 2026.
International Career
Franck Kessié made his international debut for the Ivory Coast national team in 2014 at the age of 17. His first appearance was during a 2-1 victory over Sierra Leone in a qualifier for the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations. Since then, Kessié has been a vital player for the Ivory Coast in several major tournaments.
He represented his country at various youth levels, including the 2013 FIFAU-17 World Cup and the Toulon Tournament, before being called up to the senior team. In the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Kessié played in all the group stage matches, though Ivory Coast did not progress past the group phase. In the 2019 AFCON, Kessié excelled, finishing as one of the top assist providers, but Ivory Coast was knocked out in the quarter-finals by Algeria.
Kessié continued to play a crucial role in the national team during the 2021 AFCON, scoring in the group stages. Unfortunately, he had to leave the round of 16 match due to injury. He also captained the Ivory Coast in later tournaments, showing leadership on and off the field.
Net Worth and Salary
Franck Kessié's net worth is estimated to be around €5 million as of 2024. His annual salary was approximately £3.5 million during his time at AC Milan. Since moving to the Saudi Pro League with Al-Ahli in 2023, his earnings have significantly increased, with a substantial contract boost. His transfer to Al-Ahli came with a deal worth €12.5 million, reflecting the growing financial power of the Saudi league. Besides his footballsalary, Kessié's wealth is also supported by various endorsement deals and bonuses tied to his performances.