Last updated: August 2026
| Net Worth | Estimated £10 million (approx. $13 million) |
| Born | December 31, 1999, Aosta, Italy |
| Profession | Professional Footballer (Defender) |
| Nationality | 🇳🇦 Nigerian |
Calvin Bassey is a Nigerian international footballer who plays as a defender for Fulham in the Premier League, with an estimated net worth of around £10 million (roughly $13 million) as of 2026.
Early Life & Family
Calvin Chinedu Bassey (born Ughelumba) was born on December 31, 1999, in Aosta, Italy, to Nigerian parents. His family relocated to England when he was young, and he grew up in the Newham borough of London.
Rise to Fame
Bassey came through Leicester City’s youth academy before signing with Rangers in Scotland, where he made 37 league appearances and won the Scottish Premiership (2020-21) and Scottish Cup (2021-22). His performances at Rangers earned him a place in the UEFA Europa League Team of the Season for 2021-22, raising his profile across Europe.
Career History
In 2022, Bassey moved to Ajax in a club-record deal reported at around £20 million, making 25 league appearances before joining Fulham in July 2023, where he has since made over 90 league appearances. Internationally, he committed to Nigeria in 2021, has earned 45 caps with 1 goal, and was a runner-up at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations and a third-place finisher at the 2025 AFCON, where he was named to the Team of the Tournament.
How They Built Their Wealth
Bassey’s wealth comes from his Premier League wages at Fulham — reported in the £47,000-£62,000 per week range — along with transfer fees generated by his moves through Rangers, Ajax, and Fulham.
Personal Life
Limited verified public information is available about Bassey’s personal life outside of football.
With an estimated net worth of around £10 million, Calvin Bassey has built his wealth through a playing career that has taken him from Scotland to the Netherlands and into the Premier League with Fulham.