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Jamilu Collins Biography: How Much He Earns In Naira & Euros + Net Worth (2025)
Early Life & Youth Career
Born August 5, 1994, in Kaduna, Nigeria, Jamilu Collins began his football journey at the Abuja Football College Academy, where his talent at left back caught . In mid‑2012, he took a major step abroad, joining the youth ranks of HNK Rijeka
Professional Beginnings & Loans
Collins signed a pro contract with Rijeka in October 2012, but did not feature in first‑team matches. To gain experience, he went on multiple loans:
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2013–14: NK Pomorac (Croatia’s 2. HNL) — 29 appearances
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2014–15: Rijeka II (3. HNL) — 24 appearances
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2015: NK Krka (Slovenia PrvaLiga) — 13 appearances
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2016: HNK Šibenik — 14 apps
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2016–17: NK Istra 1961 (loan) — 11 apps
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2017: Back to Šibenik — 12 apps, 2 goals
SC Paderborn: German Breakthrough
On September 6, 2017, Collins signed for Germany’s SC Paderborn 07, then in 3. Liga.He evolved into a starter, making 127 league appearancesand scoring twice over five seasons. His first Bundesliga goal came in a 3–2 loss to Bayern Munich during the 2019–20 campaign .
Cardiff City: Championship Stalwart
On May 20, 2022, Collins transferred to Cardiff City in the English Championship. His new deal was extended on June 7, 2024, securing him through June 30, 2025 .As of December 2024, he had made 43 league appearances and scored once for the Bluebirds
International Career
Collins earned his first Nigeria call‑up in September 2018 and debuted in a friendly vs Liberia, later playing competitively vs Libya in AFCON qualifiers.He has since accumulated 29 caps for the Super Eagles, featuring in both the 2019 and 2022 AFCON tournaments
Salary: Gross & Net
He currently earns £10,000 gross/week, equivalent to about £520,000 annually
Breaking this down in Euros (using £1 ≈ €1.20):
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Weekly gross: €12,000
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Annual gross: €624,000
In Nigerian Naira (as per Kick Off Nigeria, €549,961 ≈ ₦742 million):
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Annual gross: ₦742 million
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Weekly gross: ₦14.3 million
Additional data from Kick Off:
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Annual: €549,961 (~₦742.3 million)
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Monthly: €45,830 (~₦61.9 million)
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Weekly: €10,576 (~₦14.3 million)
Comparative analysis via Salary Sport shows Collins earns £8,100 weekly, or £421,200 per year, ranking him mid‑pack at Cardiff This slight variation stems from different source methods—but both agree he’s earning around £8k–10k/week.
Estimated Net Worth
Limited reliable data exists on net worth. GoalBall Live (mid‑2023) estimated Collins at £3.37 million, but this may be inflated
More plausibly, with a 2024–25 salary earning £520k gross, and factoring in moderate endorsements and prudent saving/investing, his net worth in 2025 likely ranges from £1.5–2 million, equivalent to €1.8–2.4 million or ₦2.2–2.9 billion.
Market Value
According to Transfermarkt (updated May 27, 2025), Collins is valued at €500,000 reinforcing the estimation of his income and financial position.
Career Summary Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | August 5, 1994 |
| Birthplace | Kaduna, Nigeria |
| Position | Left-back |
| Height | 1.83 m (6′0″) |
| Current Club | Cardiff City (2022–2025) |
| International Caps | 29 caps for Nigeria |
| Gross Salary | £10,000/week (~€12k/week; £520k/yr) |
| Net Worth | Est. £1.5–2 million (~€1.8–2.4 m) |
| Market Value | €500k (as of May 2025) |
Outlook
With his contract set to expire June 30, 2025, Collins faces a crucial career decision:
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Renewal at Cardiff – He could stay in the Championship with similar earnings.
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Move clubs – Either a lateral move or return to Germany may come with higher pay.
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Free agent – Seeking a new challenge or higher salary.
On the national front, maintaining form could land him in contention for AFCON 2025, which would boost his profile and potential club value.
