David Beckham Net Worth 2026: How Inter Miami Made Him a Billionaire

David Beckham’s net worth is about $1 billion, according to Forbes, which named him a billionaire in May 2026. That figure is his own fortune. Counted together with his wife Victoria, the family is worth even more: the Sunday Times Rich List put the couple’s combined wealth at £1.185 billion (about $1.58 billion) in May 2026, making him Britain’s first billionaire sportsman.

David Beckham: quick facts

Net worth

$1 Billion

Source of wealth

Inter Miami, endorsements

Profession

Former footballer, club owner, entrepreneur

Nationality

British

Place of birth

Leytonstone, London, England

Date of birth

May 2, 1975 (age 51)

Beckham earned well as a player, but most of his wealth was built after he stopped playing. His biggest assets are a stake of roughly a quarter of Inter Miami CF, now Major League Soccer’s most valuable club, and a 45% share of his brand business, which he partly sold to Authentic Brands Group in 2022.

Add decades of endorsements led by adidas, a production company behind an Emmy-winning Netflix series, and a property portfolio in London, the Cotswolds and Miami, and you get one of the richest athletes in history.

David Beckham at a glance

• Net worth: about $1 billion (Forbes, May 2026); about £1.185 billion with Victoria (Sunday Times Rich List, May 2026)
• Born: May 2, 1975, in Leytonstone, London, England
• Profession: former footballer, club owner, entrepreneur
• Clubs: Manchester United, Real Madrid, LA Galaxy, AC Milan (loan), Paris Saint-Germain
• Businesses: Inter Miami CF (co-owner and president), DB Ventures, Studio 99, IM8
• Biggest payday: his Inter Miami stake, valued by Forbes at more than $300 million
• Honours: 115 England caps, 1999 Champions League winner, OBE (2003), knighted in 2025
• Spouse: Victoria Beckham, fashion designer and former Spice Girl (married 1999)

His net worth by year is charted at the end of this article.

Where David Beckham’s money comes from

Source	Details	Estimate
Inter Miami CF	Co-owner and president of the MLS club	Stake worth more than $300 million (Forbes, 2026)
Brand business	45% of DB Ventures after a 55% sale to Authentic Brands	Authentic paid a reported $269 million for its 55%
Endorsements	adidas, Boss, Tudor and other partners	About $100 million in 2025 from endorsements and ventures (Forbes)
Playing career	Salaries at five clubs, 1992–2013	Far smaller than today’s off-field income
Media	Studio 99 and the Netflix series Beckham	Tens of millions of dollars
Real estate	Homes in London, the Cotswolds and Miami (shared with Victoria)	Well over $100 million in reported purchase prices

Playing contracts and big deals

Deal	Year	Reported value
Transfer from Manchester United to Real Madrid	2003	Fee of about €37 million
LA Galaxy contract (five years)	2007	$6.5 million a year in salary ($32.5 million total), plus revenue shares
Option to buy an MLS expansion team	2007 (used 2014)	$25 million
Paris Saint-Germain (five months)	2013	Entire salary given to a children’s charity
Sale of 55% of DB Ventures to Authentic Brands	2022	About $269 million (£200 million)

Early life

David Robert Joseph Beckham was born on May 2, 1975, at Whipps Cross Hospital in Leytonstone, east London. His father, Ted, was a kitchen fitter, and his mother, Sandra, was a hairdresser.

His parents were devoted Manchester United fans, and he grew up dreaming of playing for the club. He signed schoolboy forms with United at 14 and joined the club as a trainee in July 1991.

Manchester United years (1992–2003)

Beckham made his first-team debut in September 1992 as a teenager. After a short loan at Preston North End, he became a regular in 1995 as part of a young group later known as the “Class of ’92”.

His fame exploded in August 1996 when he scored from the halfway line against Wimbledon. Known for his crossing and free kicks, he won:

• Six Premier League titles
• Two FA Cups
• The 1999 UEFA Champions League, as part of United’s historic treble

He finished second in the 1999 Ballon d’Or voting. By the early 2000s he was the most famous footballer on the planet, and his commercial value began to rival his playing value.

Real Madrid and England (2003–2007)

In 2003 Real Madrid signed Beckham for about €37 million, joining stars such as Zinedine Zidane and Ronaldo Nazário. Real reportedly saw him as a way to sell shirts in Asia and the U.S. as much as a midfielder. He won the La Liga title in his final season, 2006–07.

For England, Beckham earned 115 caps and scored 17 goals. He captained the team for six years and played at three World Cups.

LA Galaxy and the MLS deal (2007–2012)

Beckham’s move to the LA Galaxy in 2007 changed both his finances and American soccer. The deal was promoted as worth $250 million, but that was a marketing figure that included possible sponsorship and merchandise income. His guaranteed salary was $6.5 million a year, or $32.5 million over five years.

MLS created a special rule for star players, now known as the Designated Player rule, so the Galaxy could pay him above the salary cap. He also received a share of club revenue.

The most valuable part of the contract was a clause few noticed at the time: the right to buy an MLS expansion team for just $25 million after he retired. He won two MLS Cups with the Galaxy, in 2011 and 2012, and had two loan spells at AC Milan during the off-seasons.

He ended his career at Paris Saint-Germain in 2013, winning the French title and donating his entire salary to a local children’s charity. He retired in May 2013.

Inter Miami CF

Beckham used his expansion option in 2014, choosing Miami. Finding a stadium site took years, and the team, Inter Miami CF, did not start playing until 2020. Brothers Jorge and José Mas are the majority owners; Beckham is co-owner and president.

The club’s value soared after it signed Lionel Messi in July 2023. Messi’s deal was reported at $50 million to $60 million a year, with extra income tied to Apple and adidas. Since then:

• Inter Miami won the Leagues Cup in 2023 and the MLS Cup in December 2025
• Messi re-signed with the club through the 2028 season
• The team opened its privately built Nu Stadium at Miami Freedom Park in April 2026
• Sportico valued Inter Miami at $1.45 billion in February 2026, the highest in MLS

Forbes, which values the club slightly lower, estimates Beckham’s stake at about 26%, worth more than $300 million. That is many times the $25 million he paid for the franchise rights. He is also a co-owner of English club Salford City with former United teammates.

Brand business: DB Ventures and Authentic Brands

Beckham’s licensing and endorsement work runs through DB Ventures. In 2022, Authentic Brands Group, owner of brands such as Reebok and Brooks Brothers, bought 55% of the company for about $269 million. Beckham kept 45% and creative control.

The deal turned future endorsement income into cash and stock up front. Authentic Brands handles licensing deals around the world, while Beckham remains the face of the brand.

The wider Beckham business keeps growing. Accounts filed in 2026 for DRJB Holdings, the parent of his brand companies, showed revenue of about £84 million for 2025 and pre-tax profit of nearly £50 million.

Studio 99 and Netflix

Beckham co-founded the production company Studio 99, which makes documentaries and brand campaigns. Its biggest hit is the Netflix series Beckham (2023), directed by Fisher Stevens. The four-part series won the Emmy for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series in 2024.

Studio 99 also produced a Netflix series about Victoria, released in October 2025, and has a first-look agreement with Netflix.

Endorsements

Beckham has been one of the most marketable athletes in history for almost 30 years. His longest partner is adidas, which first signed him in 1996. In 2003 he agreed a deal widely reported as a lifetime contract with the brand.

Other major partners over the years include:

• Brylcreem, Pepsi and Gillette during his playing days
• H&M, which sold a Beckham underwear and clothing line
• Haig Club, a whisky brand launched with Diageo in 2014
• Tudor watches and Boss menswear
• IM8, a supplements brand he co-founded with Prenetics in 2024

Forbes estimated he earned about $100 million in 2025 from endorsements and business ventures, more than most active players.

Victoria Beckham’s fashion brand

Victoria rose to fame as “Posh Spice” in the Spice Girls, one of the best-selling girl groups ever. She launched her own fashion label in 2008 and added a beauty line in 2019.

The fashion business lost money for years, but that changed recently. Victoria Beckham Holdings reported revenue of £129.8 million for 2025, up 15%, and its first-ever operating profit of £7.3 million. Her business is a big reason the couple’s combined wealth is much higher than his alone.

Real estate

The Beckhams own their homes jointly. Reported purchases and sales include:

Property	Year	Reported price
Beverly Hills, California home	2007	About $18.2 million (later sold)
Holland Park, London townhouse	2013	About £31.5 million
Great Tew, Cotswolds country home	2016	About £6.15 million
One Thousand Museum penthouse, Miami (bought)	2020	About $19.8 million
North Bay Road, Miami Beach waterfront mansion	2024	About $72.3 million
One Thousand Museum penthouse (sold)	2026	About $24.6 million

The Holland Park house is their main London home, and the converted farmhouse in the Cotswolds is their country retreat. In Miami, they sold the penthouse in the Zaha Hadid-designed One Thousand Museum tower in 2026 for a profit of about $5 million, after buying a much larger waterfront home in Miami Beach.

Personal life

Beckham married Victoria Adams on July 4, 1999, at Luttrellstown Castle near Dublin. The couple have four children: Brooklyn (born 1999), Romeo (2002), Cruz (2005) and Harper (2011).

Brooklyn married Nicola Peltz, daughter of billionaire investor Nelson Peltz, in 2022. In January 2026 he said publicly that he did not want to reconcile with his parents, after months of reports about a family rift.

Beckham was appointed OBE in 2003. He was named a Knight Bachelor in the King’s Birthday Honours in June 2025 and was knighted by King Charles III at Windsor Castle on November 4, 2025, for services to sport and charity. Victoria is now Lady Beckham.

Philanthropy

Beckham has worked with UNICEF since 2005 as a Goodwill Ambassador. In 2015 he launched 7: The David Beckham UNICEF Fund, which supports children’s health, education and safety around the world.

• Gave his full PSG salary in 2013 to a children’s charity in Paris
• Has fronted UNICEF campaigns on child malnutrition, polio and violence against children
• His 2025 knighthood specifically recognized his charity work alongside his sporting career

How David Beckham compares

Athlete	Estimated net worth	Main source
Michael Jordan	About $4.3 billion	Sale of the Charlotte Hornets, Nike royalties
Cristiano Ronaldo	About $1.4 billion	Salaries in Saudi Arabia, endorsements
LeBron James	About $1.4 billion	NBA salary, Nike, investments
Roger Federer	About $1.1 billion	Endorsements, On shoe stake
David Beckham	About $1 billion	Inter Miami, brand business

Figures for Jordan, James and Federer are from Forbes (March 2026); Ronaldo’s is Bloomberg’s (October 2025); Beckham’s is Forbes (May 2026). Beckham stands out because he made most of his fortune after retiring. Read more in our profile of Cristiano Ronaldo or browse all athletes.

Frequently asked questions

How much is David Beckham worth?

About $1 billion on his own, according to Forbes (May 2026). The Sunday Times Rich List puts him and Victoria together at about £1.185 billion.

Is David Beckham a billionaire?

Yes. Forbes counted him as a billionaire in May 2026, and the Sunday Times called him Britain’s first billionaire sportsman the same month.

How much of Inter Miami does David Beckham own?

Forbes estimates his stake at about 26%, worth more than $300 million. The Mas brothers own most of the rest.

How much did Beckham pay for Inter Miami?

His 2007 LA Galaxy contract gave him the right to buy an MLS expansion team for $25 million. He used it in 2014 to found Inter Miami.

Does David Beckham have a lifetime deal with adidas?

He has worked with adidas since 1996, and his 2003 contract with the brand was widely reported as a lifetime deal.

When was David Beckham knighted?

He was named in the King’s Birthday Honours in June 2025 and knighted by King Charles III on November 4, 2025.

Sources: Forbes (May 2026 billionaire profile; Celebrity Billionaires 2026), Sunday Times Rich List 2026, Bloomberg, Sportico, The Real Deal, Business Today, MLS, Television Academy, Wikipedia. All net worth figures are estimates.