Andy Yiadom Age, Net worth and career

• He was born in Holloway, London
• He plays as a right back or right midfielder
• He is a trained electrician

Andy Yiadom is a professional football player whose current net worth is estimated to be $1.3 million from his professional career and some endorsements from top brand companies.

The midfielder began his career at Hayes and Yeading united and since then, he has been to several clubs in England.

The player is known for his pace and crossing ability, playing a major role in helping his current team Reading to their promotion to the Premier League.

Being a dual citizen for both Egland and Ghana, he is eligible to play for both countries, representing England at the U-23 and representing Ghana at the senior level.

Andy Yiadom Biography

Net Worth

Andy Yiadom’s net worth in 2023 is estimated to be $1.3 million from his successful career being paid through contracts, salaries, wages and bonuses.

In addition, he has sponsorship deals from high-end companies like Puma, Lucozade and Nike which have also contributed to his net worth. His salary at Reading is about $458,036 per annum. Forbes named him as one of the most marketable footballers.

From his endorsements, he is likely to pocket a sum of $981,255 while other sources of income could be earning him $261,667.

Personal Life

Andy Yiadom was born on December 2 1991, in Holloway, Greater London, England. Yiadom has kept it private about his family and never talks about them creating suspense that they could be dead or no longer in his life but they are of Ghanaian descent.

Andy Yiadom. Photo/The Tilehurst End

The midfielder started his career when he was very young playing for the local youth teams before he was offered a scholarship to join the Watford youth academy. He is married and has two children.

The player is believed to be a Christian believer as he often speaks of his faith in most interviews. Something else about the player is that he is a philanthropist who has been seen over time in charity initiatives in Ghana. 

Andy’s favorite team is Arsenal. From his childhood he supported the team and even had a chance to train with them as a youngster. He is a trained electrician beside his football profession.

It is possible that his star just began shining and there is some more light about to be shed from his career.

Career

Born in Holloway, he started his career in the Watford youth team though he wasn’t offered a professional contract at the end of his training. Yiadow signed for Conference Premier club Hayes and Yeading United where he stayed for only one term before moving to Braintree Town.

The midfielder was then signed by League two club Barnet making his debut as a substitute though they lost to Shrewsbury Town.

The midfielder became popular with fans for his pace, posing a threat to many opposition teams. He joined Barnsley for a free transfer on a two-year contract helping them retain the Championship status. After the success, Barnsley offered him a deal though he rejected it.

On his outstanding performance, the midfielder was made the team’s captain and the following year he moved to Reading on a four-year contract after his contract ended at Barnsley. Reading extended his contract with three more years and is currently the club’s captain.

Andy Yiadom. Photo/The Tilehurst End

Yiadom represented Ghana in the Africa Cup of Nations in 2017 though they lost to Egypt and was also part of the Ghana national team in  the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations that was eliminated at the group stage of the competition.

Luxury Collection

Given his salary and net worth, Yiadom owns a number of high-end cars and properties. Some of the cars he owns include;

• Range Rover
• Mercedes Benz
• Porsche 911

The captain also owns a mansion in London, a holiday home in the Caribbean and it is also possible that he owns more that is not known to the public.

FAQs

1.What is Andy Yiadom’s nationality?

English/Ghana

2.What is his play position?

Right back or right midfielder

3.What is his current club?

Reading.

4.What is his favorite team?

Arsenal.

5.What is his religious belief?

Christian.