Roberto Carlos, one of the unforgettable names in Brazilian football, has announced that he has lost almost all of the fortune he earned during his playing career.
According to a report by the Brazilian press outlet Globo, Carlos, who is said to have earned approximately 175 million dollars throughout his career, stated that he has lost 99 percent of this money. The former footballer indicated that the financial loss he experienced was due to issues with his former agent and a member of his family.
"Due to agents and family issues, I lost 99 percent of everything I earned from football."
The 53-year-old Carlos called on young footballers to be careful with their financial decisions. Expressing his wish that his own experience serve as a warning to other players, the former Brazilian star pointed to the importance of financial management after one's career.
Roberto Carlos, who achieved significant success with the Brazil National Team and Real Madrid, also played for Fenerbahçe in Turkey between 2007 and 2009.
News Source: 12punto
