On August 24, 2011, Mata joined Chelsea FC on a five-year contract, with his official debut occurring against Norwich City on August 27. On October 29, 2011, he scored Chelsea’s 6,000th league goal. Notably, he assisted two goals by Didier Drogba in a 3–0 victory over Valencia, allowing Chelsea to advance as group leaders in the UEFA Champions League. Mata was influential in the FA Cup as well, scoring a decisive penalty and contributing a goal against Manchester United on February 5, 2012. Under coach Roberto Di Matteo, he became a key midfield playmaker.
Mata represented Spain in the 2012 Summer Olympics, which led him to miss Chelsea’s pre-season matches. His international commitments extended his already demanding club schedule. On January 24, 2014, he transferred to Manchester United for a reported fee of £37.1 million, not £7.1 million as previously stated. He signed a contract running until the summer of 2018 and made his debut on January 28, helping secure a 2–0 win for United.
Mata was a vital member of Spain's Under-19 team that won the 2006 UEFA European Under-19 Championship. He also appeared in friendlies for Spain, including matches against England in 2007 and Chile in 2008. He made his FIFA World Cup debut in 2010 and participated in Spain's successful campaign, contributing in matches such as the win over Turkey.
Standing at 1.7 meters, Juan Mata is frequently noted for his composed demeanor and professionalism both on and off the field. While his net worth is not officially disclosed, his long-standing career at top-tier clubs suggests considerable earnings. He has been married, although any rumors regarding his marital status remain speculative and unconfirmed by reliable sources.
Return to the previous page| Birth Date: | 28 Apr, 1988 |
| Age: | 32 yrs |
| Occupations: | Association football player |
| Citizenship: | Spain |
| Birth Place: | Villafranca Montes de Oca |
| Education: | Technical University of Madrid |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | Spanish association football player |
| Twitter Id: | Juanmata8 |
| Net Worth 2021: | 55 million |
