Eric Bailly biography and net worth

• Eric Bailly is a professional footballer who plays for Marseille in Ligue 1 on loan from Manchester United. 
• Nicknamed The Beast, Bailly is a defensive bedrock who can play as a centre-back or right-back. 
• Bailly has not yet revealed his net worth, but Idol Net Worth estimates he is worth $7 million.

Eric Bailly biography brings you a complete account of the analysis involving his life before fame, career and net worth.

Eric Bailly is a professional footballer who plays for Marseille in Ligue 1 on loan from Manchester United. The 28-year-old represents Ivory Coast during international games.

Eric Bailly. Photo/ Goal.com.

Apart from playing as a centre-back, Bailly can also play as a right-back. Nicknamed The Beast, Bailly is a defensive bedrock.

His achievements include CAF Team of the Year three times and IFFHS CAF Men’s Team of the Decade 2011-20. And there is more to Eric Bailly biography.

The Manchester United star on loan boasts two trophies with the Premier League giants, EFL Cup and FA Community Shield.

Eric Bailly Biography 

Full Name                    Eric Bertrand Bailly

Date of Birth               April 12, 1994

Age                                28

Place of Birth              Bingerville, Ivory Coast

Height                          1.87 m (6 ft 2 in)

Nationality                  Ivorian

Occupation                 Footballer

Marital Status            Married

Early Life 

Eric Bailly biography states that he was born on April 12, 1994, in Bingerville, Ivory Coast. Bingerville is the home town of legendary African footballer Didier Drogba.

Bailly began playing competitive football when he was 7. Like many other kids in Ivory Coast, Bailly grew up dreaming of becoming the next Didier Drogba.

However, he realized his future was in defence, and he began looking up to Sergio Ramos, whom he considers his idol.

During his teenage days, Bailly worked as the manager of a telephone box in Abidjan.

However, he left the job as he wanted to become a professional footballer. His only means of sustenance was through his parents and girlfriend, whom he later married.

Bailly moved from one district to another in search of a team that would sign him. Luck came his way in 2011 when Espanyol scouts spotted him at a youth tournament, which took place in Burkina Faso.

Bailly, who was 17 at that time, impressed the scouts with his performance and was taken to Espanyol, where he began his career in Europe. Eric Bailly biography still has a lot to tell.

Career 

Eric Bailly played for Espanyol youth team until 2014, when he made his first team debut. He played just five league games and then caught the attention of Villarreal, who signed him for 5.7 million euros in January 2015.

Eric Bailly. Photo/ Manchester United.

The Ivorian defender made his debut for the La Liga side the following month in a 1-0 win against Eibar.

He received his first red card playing for Villarreal in his first UEFA Europa League match. Villareal lost the match 2-1.

Bailly was a key player in Villarreal’s team that reached the 2015-16 Europa League semi-finals. His amazing performance attracted Manchester United, who offered him a four-year contract.

The Red Devils paid a reported fee of 30 million euros for the talented centre-back. Bailly made his competitive debut in August as Manchester United defeated Leicester City to win the FA Community Shield. He was named the man of the match for his solid performance.

Bailly’s performance at Manchester United has not been consistent, mainly because of his injury woes and lack of playing time.

The 28-year-old joined Ligue 1 club Marseille on loan last summer. He is expected to remain there until the end of the 2022-23 season.

Personal Life 

Eric Bailly is married to Vanessa Troupah. The couple met when they were still young and have kept their relationship strong over the years.

Eric Bailly. Photo/ Oh My Football.

According to reports, Eric Bailly and Vanessa Troupah have two children. However, their children’s names are not yet known as the couple likes to keep their private life away from the media.

FAQs 

Who is Eric Bailly? 

Eric Bailly is a professional footballer who plays for Marseille in Ligue 1 on loan from Manchester United.

What nationality is Eric Bailly? 

Eric Bailly is Ivorian.

What is Eric Bailly’s net worth? 

Bailly has not yet revealed his net worth, but Idol Net Worth estimates he is worth $7 million.

How old is Eric Bailly? 

28.

Where is Eric Bailly now? 

Eric Bailly joined Marseille on loan before the start of the 2022-23 season.

How much does Bailly earn per week? 

Eric Bailly earns £100,000 per week, £5,200,000 per year