The world of football has transformed dramatically over the years, creating enormous financial opportunities for players and their partners.
As a result, many footballers have signed lucrative, multi-million-dollar deals, becoming some of the highest-paid athletes globally.
Cristiano Ronaldo leads the pack as the best-paid footballer, earning £3.4 million monthly at Al Nassr after leaving Manchester United in late 2022.
Alongside these wealthy players, their partners have used their influence to build independent income streams and establish successful careers.
Here are the ten wealthiest football couples:
10. Raheem Sterling and Paige Milian - $46m:
Sterling has built a lucrative career since emerging with Liverpool, now playing for Chelsea. His partner, Paige Milian, is a qualified accountant and co-owner of Milian Property with Sterling.
9. Thomas and Lisa Muller - $55m :
Thomas Muller is a household name in German football. Together with his wife, Lisa, they run a stud farm that trains show horses.
8. Ann-Kathrin and Mario Gotze -$85m :
Gotze's fortune comes from football, while his wife Ann-Kathrin is a renowned German model, working with GQ and FHM.
7. Bastian Schweinsteiger and Ana Ivanovic -$106m :
Schweinsteiger is an iconic midfielder, while his partner Ana Ivanovic is a famous Serbian tennis player.
6. Robert Lewandowski and Anna Lewandowska - $130m :
Lewandowski, a prolific striker, is married to Anna, a former karate athlete turned fitness influencer.
5. Sergio Ramos and Pilar Rubio - $150m :
Ramos, a decorated defender, is married to Pilar Rubio, a well-known Spanish TV presenter.
4. Wayne and Coleen Rooney -$226.5m :
Rooney earned global acclaim as a Manchester United legend and is married to Coleen, whom he met as a teenager.
3. Lionel Messi and Antonela Roccuzzo -$227.5m :
Messi, one of the world's wealthiest footballers, is married to his childhood love, Antonela Roccuzzo.
2. Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez -$513m:
Ronaldo, the second wealthiest footballer globally, is paired with Georgina Rodriguez, an influential model.
1. David and Victoria Beckham -$515m :
The Beckhams top the list, with David still influential in football post-retirement. They co-own MLS team Inter Miami and are known for their successful entrepreneurial ventures.
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