José Fonte is a highly regarded Portuguese professional footballer who currently plays as a centre-back for Casa Pia AC and is the captain of the Primeira Liga club.
With over 15 years of experience playing in the top flight of Portuguese football, Fonte has established himself as one of the most consistent and reliable defenders in the division.
His commanding presence on the field, excellent positional ability and tactical awareness made him an indispensable member of Casa Pia AC’s starting lineup.
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- Full name: José Fonte
- Stage name: José Fonte
- Date of birth: December 22, 1983
- Age: 40 years old
- Place of birth: Penafiel, Portugal
- Nationality: Portuguese
- Occupation: Professional soccer player
- Height: 1.91m
- Parents: Artur Fonte and Diana Rocha
- Siblings: Rui Fonte
- Spouse: Cassie Sumner
- Children: 2
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: £16.95 million.
Early life and education
José Fonte was born on December 22, 1983 in Penafiel, Portugal. He was raised by his parents, Artur Fonte and Diana Rocha, and his older brother, Rui Fonte, who also played football.
His formal education is unknown, but he began studying football at local youth clubs before joining the Sporting CP academy. Fonte’s ethnicity is Portuguese and his religion is not publicly disclosed.
Career
José Fonte began his professional career with Sporting CP B after coming through their youth system. He made his senior debut in the Primeira Liga with Vitória de Setúbal in 2005.
His impressive performances attracted the attention of Benfica, leading to a transfer in January 2006. However, he spent most of his time on loan to various clubs, including Paços de Ferreira and Estrela da Amadora.
In 2007, Fonte moved to England, initially joining Crystal Palace on loan before making the transfer permanent. He became a key player at Palace, contributing significantly to their Championship campaign.
In January 2010, he moved to Southampton for £1.2 million, where he played a key role in taking the club from League One to the Premier League. During his time at Southampton, Fonte won many awards such as Footballer of the Year and captaincy.
Fonte’s international career started later; He was called up to the Portuguese national team when he was nearly 31 years old. He played a key role in Portugal’s Euro 2016 winning campaign and has since represented the national team in tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup and UEFA Nations League.
Throughout his career, Fonte was renowned for his leadership and defensive skills, cementing his status as a respected figure in football.
Awards and nominations
- UEFA Euro 2016: Champion with Portugal
- Ligue 1 France: Champion with Lille OSC
- UEFA Nations League: Champion with Portugal
- Portuguese League Cup: Winner with Sporting CP
- Football League Cup: Winner with Crystal Palace
- French Super Cup: Champion with Lille OSC
Social Media
- Instagram handle:@f6nte
- Facebook manager: José Fonte
- Twitter name: @JoseFontes
Personal life
José Fonte is married to Cassie Sumner, whom he married on December 21, 2011. The couple has two children together. Fonte has maintained a relatively private personal life throughout her career, focusing on family and professional commitments.
Fonte and Sumner are known to keep their relationship private from the public, valuing their privacy and the sanctity of their family. Despite his success as a professional footballer, Fonte has steadfastly prioritized his role as a husband and father, ensuring that family remains the foundation of his life outside of sport .
Net worth
José Fonte’s net worth is estimated to be around £16.95 million. His financial success can be attributed to his long professional football career, which included significant contracts with clubs in England, France and China. Fonte, an experienced defender, amassed considerable wealth during his illustrious career, which spanned more than 15 years.
