Roberto Firmino is one of the best forwards in the Premier League. He is a part of the destructive trio with Salah and Mane, that has propelled Liverpool to massive success in the recent years. Firmino is a versatile player who has played in multiple attacking positions throughout his career.
Let’s have a look at Facts about Firmino’s Personal Life, Lifestyle, Career, Net-worth and much more.
1. Typical Samba boy
Roberto Firmino Barbosa de Oliviera, or Roberto Firmino was born on 2nd October 1991 in Maceiò, Alagoas in Brazil. The community he grew up in was a crime-infested one. That is why his parents were very protective of him and did not give him much freedom. Like most of the young boys in Brazil, Firmino grew up loving football. Hence he found his freedom in playing football.
2. He was discovered by a dentist!
At the age of 14, Firmino joined the Club de Regatas Brasil youth academy. He started playing for their youth team in local competitions. His stellar performances there caught the eye of a dentist named Marcellus Portella. Mr. Portella then recommended Firmino to his friends who were in charge of the Figueirense FC’s youth academy. Firmino was signed to Figueirense youth academy at the age of 17. With his talent and performances, he managed to climb the ladder and become a member of Figuirense’s first team and made his professional debut for them.
3. A man of many positions
Roberto Firmino is and has been a valuable asset for his team because he can play in several positions. Firmino is an ” attacking player” in its true sense. He has played in multiple attacking positions throughout his career. He has played as a winger, as a no. 10, as a striker and also as a false 9. In his youth team days, he was played as a defensive midfielder by his coach. Jürgen Klopp in an interview said that Firmino is the engine of his team.
4. A Fan favorite
Roberto Firmino has become a fan favorite at Anfield ever since he arrived. It is because of his passion with which he plays for Liverpool and how he has played in a crucial role in Liverpool’s rise to the top.
The Liverpool faithful also have a nickname and a chant for Firmino. The fans call him “Bobby”, which is how people with the name Robert are addressed in England. Liverpool fans also have a chant for their beloved Bobby, which goes like :
“There’s something that the Kop wants you to know, the best in the world is Bobby Firmino..”
The Kop, Anfield’s most prestigious stand which seats the most loyal Liverpool supporters, made this chant for Firmino.
5. Firmino loves tattoos
Roberto Firmino has countless tattoos on his body. He is probably the most tattooed player in the league.
Talking about his tattoos in an interview, Firmino explained the meaning behind some of them.
He has pictures of his parents on his right arm and a message written in German which translates to “family’s unending love”. He also has a red rose which is the symbol of love, a four-leaf clover as a symbol of luck, a peace sign on his forearms, and the number 1991 on his knuckles, which stands for the year he was born in
Firmino admitted that the tattoos on his left arm have no particular meaning and that he is looking for more ideas. He also has the name of his daughter and his girlfriend on his chest and the word “blessed” on his stomach.
The words “God is faithful” are tattooed on his chest. He has “Deus” tattooed on his neck which is Portuguese for God.
Firmino also has tattoos on his back, but the story and meaning behind them are unknown.
6. Roberto Firmino’s salary and Net worth
Roberto Firmino earns 9.36 million pounds per year at Liverpool and is their 2nd highest-paid player after Mohammad Salah. As per his new contract which he signed in 2018, he earns 180 thousand pounds a week.
How much is Roberto Firmino worth?
Roberto Firmino is one of Liverpool’s most valuable players. His net worth is around 30 million dollars.
Firmino is also a player any team would like to have because of his versatility combined with his energy, creativity, and an eye for goal. All these factors make him a very valuable player in the market. His market value is estimated to be 72 million euros.
7. Roberto Firmino Car collection
Firmino has a huge car collection full of luxury and sports cars that strike awe. He seems to be an avid car fan and is always seen taking his cars for a spin round the town.
Firmino owns a lavish white-colored Rolls Royce Wraith. Also in his collection is a red-colored Ferrari 458 Italia. He also has a yellow-colored Lamborghini Urus in his collection. Firmino owns a Porsche Panamera in a stunning metallic black color, along with a Range Rover Sport SVR and Porsche Cayenne GTS.
Clearly, Firmino is a man who extremely fond of cars. His car collection is valued at around 1.5 million dollars!
8. Brand endorsements
Firmino is signed to Adidas and uses their boots and other accessories. He heavily involved in many Adidas campaigns and has featured in many ads alongside the likes of Messi, Pogba, Zidane etc. He was also one of the key figures and poster boy for Adidas’ campaign for their “NEMEZIZ” range of shoes.
9. Firmino’s Girlfriend (now wife) and Family
Firmino married his long time girlfriend Larissa Pereira in 2017 in his hometown in Brazil. He has two daughters with her named Valentina and Bella. Roberto Firmino is a religious man who believes in God and follows his religion which can be seen by the tattoos on his body.
