A sport star who hasn't replaced his phone for ten years and drives a used car

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Have you ever seen photos of stars like Ronaldo, Messi, and Neymar living in luxury mansions with garages full of fancy cars? Most of us probably envy the lives these footballers lead. That was my perception too, until I came across this news...

Would you believe that there's someone earning a weekly wage of up to £290,000 and hasn't changed their phone in ten years? I thought maybe it's because they find it too troublesome to transfer data to a new phone. But, what's even more surprising is that since 2015, this individual has been driving a used Mini Cooper, which is completely contrary to the lifestyle of other football stars. This extremely frugal millionaire is none other than Chelsea's midfield player, Kante!

Kante's career is truly an inspirational story. He once played in lower-tier leagues in France and joined Leicester City in 2015, where his remarkable journey began. In the 2015-16 season, he helped Leicester City clinch the Premier League title. In 2016, Kante transferred to Chelsea, where his income skyrocketed. When he first joined Chelsea, his weekly wage (yes, it's a weekly wage) was £150,000. By 2018, Kante had extended his contract with Chelsea until 2023, with a weekly wage of £290,000 and an annual income of £15.08 million! According to statistics, Kante has earned a total of £93.17 million in his career so far, nearly £100 million.

Despite being a millionaire, Kante leads a simple life just like you and me. He doesn't care about what clothes he wears or what car he drives. Kante still drives his old, second-hand Mini Cooper, which he bought for £10,000 in 2015. Furthermore, he's someone who loves shopping at discount supermarkets and dining at pizza restaurants, just like an ordinary person. There are no fine wines, oysters, or steaks on his menu! Most importantly, Kante is down-to-earth and more than willing to take photos with fans, with no superstar attitude.

Kante's current market value is £20 million. If you were in his shoes, earning such a high income, would you live as frugally as he does?

Pooja193

Kante, as a black man, indeed doesn't live as extravagantly as some of his peers. Just like his style of play on the field, he maintains a steady and modest lifestyle. Kante was born into a smaller club, even in France's Ligue 2, so perhaps starting his professional career with relatively lower income had an impact on him. In Ligue 2, one's earnings certainly wouldn't be substantial, and he probably learned to manage his money carefully. It wasn't until he was 24 years old that he entered the Premier League, joining Leicester City. After helping the Foxes secure the Premier League title, his fame and income rose significantly. However, his frugal habits were already ingrained by then.

Kante is a remarkably low-key individual, and once such a lifestyle becomes a habit, it's unlikely to change. That's why we see Kante living the way he does.

Nimmi373

Everyone has their own set of values, and their actions are influenced by these values. Kante, as a black man, has his own unique life experiences that shape his values. Perhaps in his perspective, the value of an item isn't measured by the standards that most people hold. To him, a phone from 10 years ago might be just as functional as the latest iPhone, and a used car might serve its purpose just as well as a brand-new BMW. In his eyes, there might be other areas where spending money is more worthwhile. I can only say that Kante's values are highly admirable – he exemplifies diligence, simplicity, and a sunny disposition.

Janak9955

African football stars like Mane and Drogba are truly inspirational figures. They earn substantial amounts of money but remain remarkably frugal, choosing to support their own countries. Their commitment to poverty alleviation, reaching every household, is indeed a testament to the profound impact one can have. They epitomize the idea that when one person achieves success, it benefits everyone around them. Playing football to the level of national heroism is a feat that seems to be uniquely achieved by African players.

Jiten171

Actually, Senegalese football star Mane is another example of such a player. During his time at Liverpool, he was once photographed by media reporters with a cracked phone screen. His phone's screen protector was damaged, and there were many raised edges. It's worth noting that Mane was earning a weekly salary of £150,000 at Liverpool. So, when it comes to athletes who came from humble beginnings and achieved significant wealth, there are those who end up bankrupt, like some NBA stars, and then there are players like Mane and Kante, who remain thrifty and frugal.

Shri

Indeed, his quality of life is not compromised at all. We only get to see certain aspects of his frugality, without glimpses of the various enjoyments he might indulge in.

Iti9

He has long moved past the stage of using cars to flaunt his status; perhaps it's also related to his personality, isn't it?