One of the greatest strikers of the current generation, Karim Benzema, celebrates his 37th birthday today, and he seems to be thoroughly enjoying his new life as a player in the Saudi league after moving to Al-Ittihad in summer 2023. Beyond his scoring abilities, the Frenchman has proven he knows what to do with his big money – and doesn’t bother hiding it.
Benzema arrived in Saudi Arabia after many successful years at Real Madrid alongside Cristiano Ronaldo, and signed a three-year contract with a monstrous gross salary of 300 million euros. In fact, he earned most of his wealth from contracts with the clubs he played for, and even during his time in Spain, he was among the highest earners in Europe.
Benzema in his prime
Beyond his salary, the big star also benefits from numerous endorsements. Adidas is Benzema’s longest-standing sponsorship deal, lasting for over 10 years. Besides Adidas, the striker also has endorsements from several prominent brands such as Hyundai, Audi, Bwin, EA Sports, SFR, and LCL. Each of these sponsorships plays a critical role in Benzema’s wealth.
Benzema owns a luxury designer house located in France, which he purchased in 2015, with an estimated value of $2.7 million. Regarding cars, Benzema’s collection is relatively modest. He owns several luxury cars among the world’s best, including a Range Rover, Mercedes-Benz, Ferrari, and Bugatti.
Benzema is known for his love of luxury items and is often seen wearing designer clothes and accessories. But beyond his lavish lifestyle, Benzema invests his wealth in businesses and assets. He owns several real estate properties in the USA, Spain, and various properties throughout France.