Bryan Ruiz is a Costa Rican professional soccer player who plays as an attacking midfielder, winger, or second striker for club Leon in Liga MX and Costa Rica national team. The 37-year-old will captain Costa Rica in the FIFA World Cup 2022. Bryan Ruiz’s net worth is $13 million as of 2023.
Here we look closely at his net worth, salary, earnings, stats, age, height, wife, and more.
About Bryan Ruiz
Bryan Jafet Ruiz González was born on 18 August 1985, in San Jose, Costa Rica. The attacking midfielder made his senior debut for Alajuelense in 2003.
He played 86 games and scored 24 goals for the club from 2003-2006. Bryan joined the Belgian club Gent in 2006 and played for three seasons.
The Costa Rican attacker moved to the Eredivisie side Twente in 2009. He won the Eredivisie 2009-10 and the KNVB Cup in 2010-11 with the club. He was awarded the Johan Cruyff Shield in 2010 and 2011 for his brilliant performance. Ruiz played 65 games and scored 35 goals for Twente before his move to Fulham in 2011.
Bryan Ruiz played for the English Cup from 2011-2015. He was loaned off to PSV for a short spell in 2014. In 2015, the Portuguese side Sporting CP brought the player. Ruiz played three seasons, scoring 12 goals in 86 games.
From 2018-2020, Ruiz played for Santos. In 2020, Bryan Ruiz signed for the club where it all began, Alajuelense. The Costa Rica attacking midfielder was selected for the IFFHS CONCACAF team of the decade 2011–2020.
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— Bryan Ruiz González (@bryanruizcr) June 15, 2022
Bryan Ruiz earned his international debut for Costa Rica in 2005. He has 146 caps for his nation as of Oct. 2022. He played an important role in the 2014 World Cup when Costa Rica reached the quarter-finals.
Bryan Ruiz’s Net Worth, Salary, and Earnings
Costa Rica skipper Bryan Ruiz’s net worth is $13 million as of 2023. His earning sources include football contracts, salary, endorsement, sponsorship bonuses, and sponsored social media posts.
The 37-year-old is currently playing for Alajuelense. His salary at the club is undisclosed. Bryan Ruiz played for the Portuguese club Sporting CP from 2015-2018. He earned a gross salary of $4,517,603 in three seasons at Sporting CP.
Bryan Ruiz’s transfer market value peaked at £13.55m in 2013. His current transfer market value is €200,000.
Ruiz’s Salary by Season
| Season | Club | Gross Salary by Season |
| 2020-Present | Alajuelense | – |
| 2017-18 | Sporting CP | $2.13m |
| 2016-17 | Sporting CP | $1.53m |
| 2015-16 | Sporting CP | $856,011 |
| 2014-15 | Fulham | $2.24m |
Endorsement
Costa Rica skipper Bryan Ruiz is a Nike-endorsed player. He will wear the Nike Magista Opus II soccer cleats for the 2022-23 season.
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Bryan Jafet Ruiz González |
| Current Club | Alajuelense |
| Position | Attacking Midfielder |
| Shirt No. | 10 |
| Date of Birth | 18 August 1985 |
| Age | 37 |
| Height | 187 cm (6 ft 2 in) |
| Birthplace | San Jose, Costa Rica |
| Nationality | Costa Rican |
| Net Worth | $13 million |
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Spouse | Carolina Jaikel |
| Outfitter | Nike |
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Bryan Ruiz’s Wife
Carolina Jaikel is the lovely wife of Costa Rica skipper Bryan Ruiz. The couple tied the knot in 2014.
Carolina and Ruiz are blessed with two sons – Benjamin and Mathias.
Height
Bryan Ruiz is 187 cm (6 ft 2 in) tall.
Age
Born on 18 August 1985, Ruiz is 37 years old.
Shirt Number
He wears no. 10 for Alajuelense.
Stats
Costa Rica Primera Division Apertura: Alajuelense
| Season | Match | Goal |
| 2022-23 | – | 2 |
| 2020-21 | – | 3 |
Portugal Primeira Liga: Sporting CP
| Season | Match | Goal | Assist |
| 2017-18 | 20 | 2 | 1 |
| 2016-17 | 32 | 2 | 0 |
International Career: Costa Rica
| Year | Match | Goal |
| 2005-Present | 146 (as of Oct. 2022) | 29 |
FAQs about Bryan Ruiz
What is Ruiz’s Net Worth?
Costa Rica skipper Bryan Ruiz’s net worth is $13 million as of 2023.
How Old is He?
Born on 18 August 1985, he is 37 years old.
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