Former Liverpool forward Robbie Fowler has amassed a substantial net worth after establishing an impressive property empire over the past few decades.
The player, who had two stints at Anfield, netted an impressive 183 goals during his tenure with the club. He also turned out for Leeds United, Manchester City and Blackburn Rovers before retiring in 2012.
The striker would have pocketed a significant sum from his football contracts, but he's also been raking in millions off the pitch. He began investing as a teenager and has since built up a diverse portfolio of properties.
A few years back, Fowler launched his own academy to mentor budding investors through workshops and courses. His estimated net worth exceeds £31 million ($41.8 million), according to Celebrity Net Worth, making him wealthier than current Reds stars such as Virgil van Dijk and Alisson Becker.
Fowler didn't wait until retirement to start building his property empire, earning a spot on the Sunday Times Rich List twice while still playing. At one stage, The Observer even dubbed him the 'richest sportsman living in Britain'.
Looking back on his investment journey in 2015, Fowler revealed that it was former Liverpool skipper Graeme Souness who inspired him to start investing.
Robbie Fowler boasts an impressive property empire which has earned him millions
Robbie Fowler boasts an impressive property empire which has earned him millions (Image: GETTY)
"I started investing in property almost by accident," he shared with The Guardian. "Graeme Souness put me in touch with a financial adviser who advised me to go into property.
"Since then, and I'm not embarrassed to admit this, it's my wife who's the one who has been wearing the trousers. She's the boss. She did it all while I was playing. Basically I go out and earn the money. She's happy with that concept."
Fowler holds a significant property portfolio primarily within the Liverpool region, though the exact number of properties remains undisclosed. When pressed for an estimate, he said: "I've got more than 10. I'm a private person. I don't like to disclose everything."
Fowler, who grew up in the working-class area of Toxteth, has always steered clear of exploiting his tenants, a practice some landlords are notorious for.
"Some people can't afford to buy, so as a landlord you are providing a benefit for other people," he continued. "You are providing a service. Some landlords have been greedy, but you certainly won't get that from me after the upbringing I had in Liverpool."