Juan Mata’s net worth 2026: Inside former Manchester United star’s earnings, investments, salary and more

Juan Mata has built a remarkable career both on and off the football pitch. The Spanish star won the FIFA World Cup and UEFA European Championship with Spain, while also lifting the UEFA Champions League and Europa League during his club career.Mata became a fan favourite during successful spells at Chelsea and Manchester United. He later continued his career in Turkey, Japan and Australia. At the same time, he began investing in professional sports and building a portfolio that could shape his life after playing.What is Juan Mata’s net worth in 2026? Juan Mata has an estimated net worth of $55 million (according to CelebrityNetWorth). Much of his wealth comes from his long career at the highest level of European football, particularly his time in the Premier League.Mata earned a significant amount during his eight-year spell with Manchester United. Historical salary estimates from CelebrityNetWorth put his Manchester United earnings at around $75 million between 2014 and 2022. These figures are before taxes, agent fees and other expenses.His Chelsea career also added substantially to his earnings. Chelsea signed Mata from Valencia in August 2011 for a reported £23.5 million ($31m). He became one of the club’s most important attacking players.Mata won the 2012 Champions League with Chelsea and followed it with the 2013 Europa League. He was also named Chelsea’s Player of the Year in consecutive seasons.Manchester United then paid a reported £37.1 million ($49m) for him in January 2014. The transfer was a club record at the time.Mata spent more than eight years at Old Trafford. He made 285 appearances, scoring 51 goals and providing 47 assists. During that period, he won the FA Cup, EFL Cup and Europa League.His international career added another major source of prestige. Mata was part of Spain’s squad that won the 2010 FIFA World Cup. He also played in the Euro 2012 final against Italy and scored Spain’s fourth goal in their 4-0 victory.After leaving Manchester United in 2022, Mata joined Galatasaray. The club won the 2022-23 Turkish league title. He then moved to Vissel Kobe in Japan and collected another league championship.Mata later moved to Australia. After playing for Western Sydney Wanderers, he joined Melbourne Victory in 2025.His 2025-26 season became one of the most impressive chapters of his late career. Mata registered five goals and 13 assists and won the Johnny Warren Medal as the A-League’s best player.Away from playing, Mata has also expanded into sports investment. He became an investor in San Diego FC, giving him an ownership connection to Major League Soccer. He also invested in Alpine’s Formula One operation and joined women’s football investment group Mercury 13.In 2026, Mata acquired an ownership interest in Melbourne Victory. After ending his playing commitments, he moved toward an executive role and became chair of the club’s football committee.Mata has also remained heavily involved in charity. In 2017, he launched his well-known 1% pledge through Common Goal, committing part of his salary to football-based social projects. He later became co-chair of the organisation’s board.Stay updated with the latest Asian Games 2026 news, check the Asian Games medal tally and complete Asian Games schedule.Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.