According to RIC, the will was drawn up at a notary office in Porto Alegre and officially notarized on 12/6, with two witnesses present. The matter now awaits approval from a Brazilian court before Neymar officially becomes the heir.
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The will was drawn up at a notary office in Porto Alegre and notarized on 12/6, with two witnesses present. RIC |
The will was drawn up at a notary office in Porto Alegre and notarized on 12/6, with two witnesses present. RIC
The businessman, reportedly a billionaire, was unmarried, without children, and decided to leave his entire estate to Neymar. He was reportedly moved by Neymar's close relationship with his family, particularly the bond between him and his father, Neymar Sr. This resonated with the businessman's own relationship with his deceased father.
Even if the will is deemed legally sound, the billionaire's estate could still face legal challenges. Brazilian civil law employs a system known as "forced heirship," where 50% of the deceased's assets are automatically allocated to a spouse or children. The remaining portion can be freely bequeathed to anyone.
If disputes arise, Brazilian courts can intervene and adjust the distribution of assets, even if the deceased explicitly willed a large portion to someone outside the legal inheritance system. A complex lawsuit could ensue if legal relatives feel their rights have been violated, especially if the will lacks transparency or appears to violate the "forced heirship" portion of the law. In such cases, gift agreements or the will itself could be partially or fully invalidated by the court.
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Neymar celebrates a goal during Santos' 3-1 victory against Juventude in the 18th round of the Brazilian Championship at the MorumBIS stadium, Sao Paulo, Brazil on 4/8. Gazeta Press |
Neymar celebrates a goal during Santos' 3-1 victory against Juventude in the 18th round of the Brazilian Championship at the MorumBIS stadium, Sao Paulo, Brazil on 4/8. Gazeta Press
Neymar has not commented on the will, and his representatives have not received official notification from the court. However, given the substantial sum involved and Brazil's inheritance laws, legal proceedings are likely to verify the will's legitimacy and ensure the rights of any legal heirs.
Celebrity Net Worth estimates Neymar's current net worth at $350 million USD. During his time at PSG, he earned approximately $78 million USD, plus $20 to $40 million USD in bonuses and endorsements per season. At Al Hilal, the Brazilian forward was slated to earn $163.7 million USD annually but reportedly received around $115 million USD for six months before leaving the Saudi Arabian club.
Endorsement deals with major brands like Puma, Panasonic, Red Bull, Beats, and formerly Nike, bring in an estimated $30 to $40 million USD. Neymar also owns valuable real estate, including a penthouse worth over $50 million USD in Dubai, villas and apartments in Miami, and a private island in Brazil.
Compiled by Hong Duy
