Fred is a former professional footballer from Brazil whose net worth stands at $20 million as of 2026. Between 2003 and 2022, he represented five different clubs, securing three league championships with Lyon and two with Fluminense. Additionally, he represented the Brazil national team from 2005 to 2014, claiming victory in the 2007 Copa América and the 2013 Confederations Cup. Fred accumulated roughly €43.8 million in salary alone from 2013 to 2023. Earlier agreements, including his transfer to Lyon in 2005, likely pushed his total career earnings beyond €50 million when accounting for bonuses and endorsement deals. His recent weekly earnings ranged from €100,000 to €135,000, placing him among Brazil's highest-earning footballers. Born on October 3, 1983, in Teófilo Otoni, Brazil, Fred was christened Frederico Chaves Guedes. His professional journey began in 2001 when he joined América Mineiro's youth setup.