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What Is Ashley Cole Net Worth?
As of 2025, Ashley Cole, the celebrated English professional footballer, boasts an estimated net worth ranging between $40 and $50 million. This substantial wealth reflects his successful career on the pitch, transitioning from his early days at Arsenal to his peak performance years at Chelsea, and also accounts for earnings beyond his direct football salaries.
Ashley Cole’s Career and Earnings
Ashley Cole, born on December 20, 1980, in Stepney, London, began his professional football journey with Arsenal in 1999. His time with the “Invincibles,” Arsenal’s undefeated 2003-04 Premier League squad, cemented his status as a key player. While precise figures from his early career are not readily available, his initial weekly wage at Arsenal was around £27,000, which likely increased, potentially reaching £55,000 per week as his importance to the team grew. He made 228 appearances and scored 9 goals for the club, and won two Premier League titles and three FA Cups. During his time at Arsenal, however, Cole felt slighted when the club only offered him a £55,000-a-week deal, leading to increased tensions and ultimately his departure.
Cole’s transfer to Chelsea in 2006 marked a significant financial upturn. While specific figures remain unconfirmed, it’s suggested that Chelsea may have doubled his Arsenal salary, potentially reaching £110,000 per week. Some sources indicate he was earning around £200,000 per week during his peak years at Chelsea. In September 2009, he signed a new contract that increased his wage to £120,000 a week. This period likely represented his peak earning years, significantly contributing to his overall net worth. He won the Premier League in the 2009–10 season, four FA Cups, one Football League Cup and one UEFA Champions League with Chelsea. He was released by Chelsea at the end of the 2013-14 season.
After Chelsea, Cole’s salary saw significant changes. To join Roma in 2014, he took a pay cut to £35,000 a week. During his time with the LA Galaxy, reports indicate that he earned a relatively modest salary. In 2016, it was reported he was paid £206,000 ($300,000) a year, or £3,966 a week. Another report suggested he earned around $6,000 (€5,300) on a weekly basis. For the 2016 season, his salary was $327,625, in 2017 it was $377,625, and in 2018 it was $722,500. His total earnings with LA Galaxy amounted to $1.4 Million.
Beyond Salary: Ashley Cole’s Other Ventures and Assets
Beyond his football salaries, Ashley Cole has likely diversified his income through endorsements and investments. While the specifics remain private, his high profile may have secured endorsements with sportswear brands or other ventures. Like many athletes, he may also have invested in real estate, businesses, or other opportunities, though the extent and returns of these investments are unknown. Cole has invested in restaurant chains and real estate. He also had a football academy and media and broadcasting ventures. In 2010-11, the net assets in his company Kenzie Promotions rose from £1.16m to £1.21m.
In 2009, Ashley Cole’s assets included:
- A mini Hummer truck (gifted by his wife Sheryl) valued at $23,930
- A Lamborghini Murcielago valued at $461,390
- A private estate in Surrey valued at $6,840,000
- An Aston Martin valued at $341,770
- A flat in Friern Barnet, North London, valued at $1,418,000
- A diamond-studded Cartier Santos 100 watch
Several players, including Ashley Cole, endorsed an NFT project called “Ape Kids Football Club”. The NFTs traded for around $650 shortly after the project launch, but the value plummeted and Cole quietly deleted his endorsement of the project.
Ashley Cole: Financial Analyst
Beyond his football career, it is important to note that there is also an Ashley Cole who is a Financial Analyst on the Tri-State Investment Sales team at Avison Young, based in the New York City office. Another Ashley Cole is a registered financial advisor with CHARLES SCHWAB & CO., INC. and CHARLES SCHWAB & CO., INC..
