Badou Ndiaye net worth, career and salary

• He is a Senegalese professional footballer
• He spent most of his time playing in Turkey
• He  represented Senegal at the Africa Cup of Nations in 2017 and 2019

Badou Ndiaye is a Senegalese professional footballer whose net worth in 2023 is estimated to be $5 million, primarily from his football career though he also has some endorsement deals. He plays as a midfielder for Turkish club Adana Demirspor.

His career began in Diambars, Senegal playing for a local side and at the moment, he was pursuing legal studies though he decided to focus on football and went on trials at European clubs. He then signed with Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt where his impressive performance caught the attention of Turkish Super Lig side Osmanlispor.

The player joined Osmanlispor and since then, he has played for several clubs in Turkey including Galatasaray, Fatih Karagümrük, Trabzonspor and now his current club Adana Demirspor. Internationally, he has also represented Senegal and was part of the squad that played at the Africa Cup of Nations in 2017 and 2019.

Badou Ndiaye Biography

Badou Ndiaye Net Worth

Badou Ndiaye’s net worth is estimated to be $5 million, primarily from his football career as a  midfielder. Since he began playing professionally, he has played for several Turkish clubs like Galatasaray, Fatih Karagümrük, Trabzonspor and now his current club Adana Demirspor. 

He currently plays for Adana Demirspor, a Turkish club, having signed a three-year contract with the club where he earns about $1.85 million per year. In addition to his salary, he also receives performance-based bonuses meaning his total earnings could be higher than the base salary depending on his performance.

Badou Ndiaye. Photo/Eurosport

Apart from his career earnings, he is a sponsored athlete by a footwear company, a soft drink company and several other companies which pay him a decent amount of money every year. All these sources of income have significantly contributed to his net worth and it is likely to continue growing if he continues playing in the top leagues.

Badou Ndiaye Personal Life

Badou Ndiaye was born on October 27 1990 in Dakar, Senegal to parents of the country’s descent. He studied in his home area and enrolled on legal studies at Dakar University while playing for the local side Diambars. However, he only pursued the law course for one year before making a full-time switch to football, a decision that likely stemmed from his passion and growing success in the sport.

The midfielder is best known to the fans as ‘The Lion’ and is described as a quiet and reserved individual who is passionate about football and helping others. During his free time, he enjoys music, fashion and spending time with friends and family. He is a devout Muslim and is very active in the community. 

The player has been involved in several controversies. While on loan from Stoke City to Trabzonspor, there was a transfer clause dispute regarding qualification for the Champions League or Europa League group stages. The latter finished second in the Super Lig, qualifying for the Champions League qualifiers through league position but was later banned due to financial Fair Play Violations.

However, Stoke City claimed owed money based on clauses tied to European competition participation. After legal battles, Stoke City won the case at the Court of Arbitration for Sport and received compensation from Tranbzonspor.

Badou Ndiaye. Photo/Sky Sports

When he was on a loan spell at Galatasaray, he was criticized for lack of fitness and inconsistent performances where the media and fans questioned his commitment and professionalism. However, the concerns vanished as he improved in his performance. Even with the controversies, he proved that he is the best midfielder a club would have.

Badou Ndiaye Career

His career began in Diambars, Senegal playing for a local side and at the moment, he was pursuing legal studies though he decided to focus on football and went on trials at European clubs. He then signed with Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt where his impressive performance caught the attention of Turkish Super Lig side Osmanlispor.

Ndiaye joined Osmanlispor and since then, he has played for several clubs in Turkey including Galatasaray, Fatih Karagümrük, Trabzonspor and now his current club Adana Demirspor. Internationally, he has also represented Senegal and was part of the squad that played at the Africa Cup of Nations in 2017 and 2019. He currently plays for Turkish club Adana Demirspor. 

Luxury Collection

While Badou is known for his successful football career and his love for fashion, there is no information about the fleet of cars he owns though we are certain that he owns one or several high-end cars based on his net worth.

FAQs

1. How old is he?

33 years old

2. What is his net worth in 2023?

$5 million

3. Has he represented Senegal internationally?

Yes

4. What is his religious belief?

Muslim

5. Is he married?

No.