Roberto Carlos Lost 99% of Earnings Due to Financial Mismanagement

Summary

Roberto Carlos says he lost about 99 percent of his football earnings because of financial mismanagement and misplaced trust in the wrong people. He is urging young players to plan early for life after football and manage their wealth carefully.

Key Points
  • Roberto Carlos says he lost 99 percent of the wealth he earned during his playing career due to poor financial dealings and trusted intermediaries.
  • He revealed the problem for the first time at the Portugal Football Summit in Lisbon, saying another person took control of his bank accounts and assets.
  • Carlos says players should plan for life after football by managing income, reputation, and career opportunities early.
  • He remains involved in football as a trainer and brand ambassador for Real Madrid, and he also visited Nepal in Baishakh 2082 as chief guest of the Nepal Sugar League.
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