List of 10 Footballers who lost almost everything after divorce

Divorce can take a severe emotional and financial toll, even on high-earning athletes.

Many footballers, despite their fame and fortune, have faced financial ruin after their marriages ended.

Here are ten footballers who lost nearly everything following their divorces:

1. Emmanuel Eboué

Former Arsenal defender Emmanuel Eboué lost all his assets, including custody of his children.

His wife controlled his finances, which led to his financial downfall.

2. Thierry Henry

The French football icon paid £10 million to his ex-wife Claire Merry in 2008.

Henry admitted that the divorce caused him significant mental stress.

3. Louis Saha

The former French striker lost half his fortune in his divorce.

He later used his experience as a cautionary tale to warn other players about protecting their assets.

4. Ryan Giggs

Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs had to pay £40 million in his divorce settlement, significantly impacting his wealth.

5. Wes Brown

The former Manchester United defender declared bankruptcy just a year after his divorce.

Brown once earned £50,000 per week but faced financial collapse post-divorce.

6. David James

The ex-England goalkeeper lost almost everything after his divorce, forcing him to auction his personal belongings to stay afloat financially.

7. Jamie Redknapp

Redknapp, a former England midfielder, saw his £15 million fortune halved after his divorce from Louise, his longtime partner.

8. Ray Parlour

The Arsenal midfielder’s ex-wife received half of his £10 million fortune, including ownership of a £2.5 million house.

9. Keith Gillespie

Former Manchester United and Newcastle United player Keith Gillespie went bankrupt after his divorce, losing more than £7 million in the process.

10. Tendai Ndoro

The Zimbabwean footballer lost everything after signing his properties over to his wife.

Following the divorce, she evicted him, leaving him with nothing.

These athletes, once at the top of their game, serve as cautionary examples of how divorce can bring even the wealthiest individuals to financial hardship.