Keylor Navas is a Costa Rica goalkeeper who plays for Newells Old Boys, born in 1986, Pérez Zeledón, Costa Rica. At 39 he goes to the FIFA World Cup 2026 with Costa Rica, drawn into Group E. Three-time Champions League winner and Costa Rica’s legendary goalkeeper.
Key Takeaways
- Full name: Keylor Navas
- Born: 1986, Pérez Zeledón, Costa Rica
- Position: Goalkeeper
- Club: Newells Old Boys
- Country: Costa Rica (Group E)
- Estimated net worth (2026): estimated $35-50 million USD
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Bio and early career
Keylor Navas was born in 1986, Pérez Zeledón, Costa Rica. Three-time Champions League winner. Costa Rica’s and Central America’s most decorated player.
Throughout his career, Keylor Navas has built a reputation as a top-class goalkeeper for both club and country.
Club career
Keylor Navas currently plays for Newells Old Boys, where he is a regular starter.
- 3x UEFA Champions League winner with Real Madrid
- Costa Rica’s 2014 World Cup hero
- Most decorated Central American footballer
Costa Rica and World Cup 2026 outlook
Featured at 2014 (QF), 2018, 2022. For the 2026 tournament, Keylor Navas will line up for Costa Rica in Group E alongside three other nations. Full group analysis is on the Group E preview page.
Squad-wise, Keylor Navas’s role is central to Costa Rica’s campaign. Their fixtures, manager and full squad analysis sit on the Costa Rica team page.
Awards and honours
3 UEFA Champions League titles (Real Madrid), 2014 World Cup quarter-finalist (Costa Rica).
Estimated net worth (2026)
Keylor Navas’s net worth is estimated $35-50 million USD, based on publicly reported salaries, endorsement deals and sponsorship arrangements. As with all such figures, actual wealth may vary significantly from these estimates.
The bulk of Keylor Navas’s wealth comes from his Newells Old Boys salary, image-rights agreements, brand sponsorships, and bonuses linked to club and international success.
Wife and family
Keylor Navas is in a relationship with Andrea Salas (wife). Together they have 3 children. Beyond his publicly available relationship and family information, Keylor Navas generally keeps personal matters out of the press, focusing instead on football.
Frequently asked questions
Keylor Navas is 39 years old at the 2026 World Cup. He was born in 1986, Pérez Zeledón, Costa Rica.
Keylor Navas’s net worth is estimated $35-50 million USD as of 2026, including club salary, endorsements, and personal investments.
Keylor Navas currently plays his club football for Newells Old Boys in the top flight.
Keylor Navas is in a relationship with Andrea Salas (wife), and the couple have 3 children together.
Featured at 2014 (QF), 2018, 2022. Keylor Navas has yet to win the World Cup with Costa Rica.
What’s next?
- Costa Rica team page – full squad, manager, fixtures
- Group E preview – all four group teams
- Players hub – more star profiles
- Predictions hub – tournament forecasts
- Match schedule
Last updated: May 23, 2026 by the Futbolzen editorial team. Net worth estimates and partner/family details reflect publicly reported information and are subject to change. Spot something out of date? Tell us via our Corrections Policy.