Maxwel cornet biography, net worth and career

• He is an Ivorian professional footballer
• He plays as a winger for Premier League club West Ham United and the Ivory Coast national team
• He participated in the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations with Ivory Coast

Maxwel Cornet is an Ivorian professional player whose net worth in 2023 is estimated to be $10-$15 million primarily from his successful football career where he plays as a winger for Premier League club West Ham United and the Ivory Coast national team.

Cornet began his career journey in his teenage years with the FC Metz youth academy in France and made his professional debut for Metz 11 less than a year after joining the academy. His performance saw him promoted to the senior team, becoming a regular starter. Two seasons later, he signed a professional contract with Olympique Lyonnais and his performance earned him a place in the UEFA Champions League.

During his playtime with Lyon, he contributed to their Coupe de France victory and helped them secure a top-four finish in Ligue 1 on multiple occasions. The winger made a switch to England on joining Burnley in the Premier League where his first season with the club was an impressive performance as he scored nine goals.

His performance attracted several clubs before signing for West Ham United where he currently plays. He has been a key player for the Ivory Coast national team and was part of the squad that played at the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations.

Maxwell Cornet Biography

Maxwel Cornet Net Worth

Maxwel Cornet has garnered an impressive net worth of $10-$15 million,  primarily from his successful career earnings. Since he began his football journey in France with club Metz, Cornet has been to several other clubs where he has made a big impact in the teams he has played for. This attracted several other top clubs and with his experience, he has earned more. 

The player joined West Ham United for a reported fee of $8.5 million,  where he receives a salary of about $2 million annually. He was from Burnley who acquired him for a speculated fee of $15 million, while he earned about $30, 000 per week playing for the club.

Maxwel Cornet. Photo/Sky Sports

Cornet’s performance has also won him endorsements from some of the major brands related to sports apparel, footwear or energy drinks and he earns millions of dollars from these deals. It is also possible that he has invested in plans. All these sources of income have significantly contributed to his net worth and it is expected to continue growing as he continues playing in the top leagues.

Maxwell Cornet Personal Life

Maxwel Cornet was born on September 27 1996 in Bredbo, Ivory Coast to parents of the country’s descent. His family emigrated to France when he was three and a half years old and settled in the Lorraine region in northeastern France.

Cornet grew up in the town of Metz where he realized his passion for football as he started playing locally and then joined the youth academy of FC Metz. He thrived in the academy and rose through the ranks, eventually graduating to the professional team and even represented France at various youth levels before switching allegiance to Ivory Coast.

The player is married has three children and is an inspiration to the young men in Ivory Coast that football is a professional career and with passion, they can pursue it regardless of their background.

Maxwel Cornet Career

Cornet began his career journey in his teenage years with the FC Metz youth academy in France, making his professional debut for Metz 11 less than a year after joining the academy. His performance saw him promoted to the senior team, becoming a regular starter. Two seasons later, he signed a professional contract with Olympique Lyonnais and his performance earned him a place in the UEFA Champions League.

Maxwel Cornet. Photo/The 4th Official

During his playtime with Lyon, he contributed to their Coupe de France victory and helped them secure a top-four finish in Ligue 1 on multiple occasions. The winger made a switch to England on joining Burnley in the Premier League where his first season with the club was an impressive performance as he scored nine goals.

His performance attracted several clubs before ultimately signing for West Ham United where he currently plays. He has been a key player for the Ivory Coast national team and was part of the squad that played at the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations.

Luxury Collection

Maxwel is a very private person but based on his net worth, it is certain that he owns one or several high-end cars.

FAQs

1. How old is he?

27 years old

2. What is his net worth in 2023?

$10-$15

3. Does he play for Ivory Coast?

Yes

4. Has he represented the France national team?

Yes

5. Is he married?

Yes.