Ross Barkley is a professional footballer who is famous for playing as a midfielder for famous clubs such as Everton and Chelsea.
His career took off early on at Everton and he quickly became a regular in the starting XI thanks to his impressive technical ability and versatility on the pitch.
Barkley’s steady style and consistent performance eventually earned him a move to Chelsea, one of the Premier League’s top clubs.
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- Full name: Ross Barkley
- Date of birth: December 5, 1993
- Age: 30 years old
- Gender: Male
- Birthplace: Liverpool, Merseyside, UK
- Nationality: British
- Occupation: Professional football player
- Height: 1.89 meters
- Parents: Peter Evanga (father), Diane Buckley (mother)
- Siblings: Not applicable
- Spouse: Not applicable
- Children: Not applicable
- Relationship status: Related to Catherine Pilkington
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: Nigerian (through his father), European (through his mother)
- Net worth: $13 million
early life and education
Ross Barkley was born in Liverpool, England, on December 5, 1993, to a Nigerian father, Peter Effanga, and a European mother, Diane Barkley. He grew up in Liverpool and adopted his mother’s maiden name rather than his father’s.
His father, an automotive engineer, supported his early football dreams and encouraged Rose to join Everton’s academy when he was 11 years old. This marked the beginning of his career.
In 2024, Barkley will be 30 years old, and his early footballing education revolved around his time in the Everton academy, where he honed his skills and broke into the club’s first team. His early football experiences helped shape his career, eventually taking him to some of England’s top clubs.
personal life
Buckley was romantically involved with Catherine Pilkington, although they kept much of their private life private. The couple has been together since 2022, and while there are no reports of getting married, they have been spotted attending several high-profile events together.
Prior to this, Ross was in a long-term relationship with Zoe Riozzi, a nursery worker from Liverpool – Ross and Zoe were childhood friends and dated for a few years before splitting.
Profession
Ross Barkley’s career began when he entered the Everton first team at the age of 17. His Premier League debut came in the 2011-12 season and from then on, his football journey took off.
After being briefly set back by a leg injury during England’s Under-19s campaign, Barkley is more dynamic than ever and has impressed fans and coaches alike with his powerful and technical style of play. During his time at Everton, Barkley was renowned for his ability to drive the ball forward and score goals from distance.
In 2018, Chelsea noticed his talent and signed him to a major contract. At Chelsea, Barkley won several important honors for himself, including the Europa League and the FA Cup.
After a spell at the club, he moved to Aston Villa and later Luton Town, where he continued to be a key player. Over the years, Barkley has made 33 appearances for England, including at the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
Awards
- Europa League (Chelsea)
- FA Cup (Chelsea)
- FIFA Club World Cup (Chelsea)
net worth
Ross Barkley’s net worth is estimated to be approximately $13 million. His income mainly comes from his football contracts, especially during his time at Chelsea, where he reportedly earned £90,000 a week. His moves to clubs such as Aston Villa and Luton Town also contributed to his wealth.
dispute
Ross Barkley has been involved in some controversy over the years. One of the most high-profile incidents occurred in 2017, when Barkley was unprovoked and attacked in a Liverpool nightclub.
The incident sparked a media frenzy, but Buckley chose not to press charges and the case was eventually dropped. However, the controversy brought unwanted attention to his personal life, with some speculating that it influenced his decision to leave Everton later that year.
Controversy arose again when a British tabloid published an insensitive article about Buckley’s Nigerian heritage. The article, which compared Barkley to a “gorilla,” was widely condemned as racist. The tabloid later apologized and the writer involved was suspended.
social media
- Instagram: @rossbarkley
- Twitter: N/A
