Benoit Badiashile in a file photo. Credits: Twitter/@ChelseaFC

What is Benoit Badiashile’s net worth, salary, transfer value and endorsements?

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Benoit Badiashile, born on March 26, 2001, is a French footballer who plays as a center-back for Chelsea in the Premier League and the French national team. Born in Limoges, Haute-Vienne, on March 26, 2001, Benoit Badiashile is of DR Congolese heritage. Starting with Monaco, Badiashile signed his first professional contract on February 5, 2018. He debuted in a 4-0 Ligue 1 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain on November 11.

Transitioning to the Premier League, Badiashile joined Chelsea on January 5, 2023, signing a seven-and-a-half-year contract for a reported fee of £32.7 million. He debuted on January 15, 2023, against Crystal Palace, securing a clean sheet in a 1-0 victory. Badiashile has represented France across various youth teams from under-16 to under-21 levels since 2016. He earned his first call-up to the senior national team for UEFA Nations League matches against Austria and Denmark in September 2022.

Known for his ability to keep the game flowing by distributing long balls to wingers, Badiashile plays a pivotal role in initiating attacks from the defensive line due to his exceptional passing skills. He is the younger sibling of Loic Badiashile, who is also a professional football player.