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Marcus Bettinelli: Bio, Salary, Net Worth, Lifestyle, Club & International Career

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Marcus Bettinelli

Contract Until: Jun 30, 2026

Marcus Bettinelli Profile

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Nationality

Nationality FlagEngland

Jersey Number

13

Position

Goalkeeper

Preferred Foot

right

Debut

Aug 18, 2012

Place of Birth

Camberwell

Date of Birth

May 24, 1992

Age

33

Weight

82 Kg

Height

193 cm

Career Summary

Marcus Bettinelli, Manchester City's new backup goalkeeper, brings depth and experience to Pep Guardiola's squad. The 33-year-old, signed from Chelsea on a one-year deal, has a career spanning Fulham, Middlesbrough, and Chelsea, with 120 appearances for Fulham. Known for his shot-stopping and leadership, Bettinelli's stats include 31 clean sheets in the Championship. His lone trophy is the 2022 FIFA Club World Cup with Chelsea. Transitioning from academy standout to Premier League journeyman, he now supports City's title ambitions while mentoring younger keepers. With a modest playing career internationally, featuring just one England U21 cap, Bettinelli aims to contribute off the pitch in his new role.
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Marcus Bettinelli International Career

Career

We live in the age of football, where club-to-club transfer within a league is the last thing that one of the best teams in the competition considers. Bundesliga is a prime example of that with their recent saga with Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz. However, for a lot of competitive leagues, it is generally not an issue. And one of the primary examples of that was when Marcus Bettinelli made his move from Chelsea to Manchester City.

The Citizens are not messing around and already have acquired some of the big names to revamp their squad and compete for the title in the coming season. Bettinelli was Pep's recent arrival at the club.

The 33-year-old goalkeeper is Fulham's academy standout. He has taken a massive step into a new chapter in his life after signing for the Citizens by leaving Premier League side Chelsea four years later. While the Premier League has seen inconsistent appearances from the goalkeeper, could this new chapter see him get more game time? Only time will tell.

It is understandable that the football fanatics are not accustomed to the goalkeeper due to his scarce appearances. This is where we come in. In this article, we will have a look at Bettinelli's goalkeeping journey so far. Moreover, we will also take a peek at his personal life, mainly his net worth and lifestyle.

Marcus Bettinelli Bio

AttributeDetails
Full NameMarcus Bettinelli
Date of Birth24 May, 1992
Place of BirthCamberwell, England
CountryEngland
PositionGoalkeeper
Current ClubManchester City
National TeamEngland U21 (Not Active presently)
Jersey Number13
Age33 (as of 2025)
ParentsVic Bettinelli (father), mother unnamed
Marcus Bettinelli Bio

Marcus Bettinelli Family and Early Life

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Manchester City made the move for Bettinelli after announcing the departure of their number 3 goalie due to contract expiry. As per the sources, Bettinelli has joined on a one-year deal and in time to be involved in the Club World Cup in the United States, which starts on 14th June.

While these headlines have had a form of introduction for many fans, a lot of football fanatics are unknown to the goalkeeper's early life.

Marcus was born in Southeast London and grew up in a football-loving surrounding thanks to his father Vic. Vic was a Fulham youth goalkeeper, and Marcus followed in his footsteps by joining Fulham at 14.

His upbringing has been about passion and hard work, and the goalkeeper never shies away from crediting his father's guidance for his steadfast attitude.

As for his life outside football, Marcus is a married man who has strong interests in golf and video games.

Playing Style

At Manchester City, Marcus Bettinelli brings resilience and consistency. Ever since his Fulham days, Marcus's commanding presence is matched by amazing shot-stopping, strong aerial ability, and calm distribution. Acknowledged for his ability to organize and motivate, he thrives in high-pressure situations. It is one of the reasons why he is a reliable choice as a goalkeeper.

Though his positioning and reflexes are one of a kind, in City, his role will be dynamic. In addition to filling in during an emergency requirement in the goalpost, he will also play the role of a mentor to Ortega and Ederson.

Marcus Bettinelli Net Worth

As of 2025, it is estimated that Marcus Bettinelli net worth is around 12 million pounds. While such a staggering number is massively influenced by his salaries from the contracts he had over the years, a lot of contract bonuses also add up to this huge number.

In addition to his contracts, including Marcus Bettinelli salary and bonuses, his endorsement deals and personal financial decisions also have a say in his staggering net worth.

Marcus Bettinelli Salary

Now that you are aware of the estimated net worth of Bettinelli, let us take a glance at his salaries over the years by salary sport:

YearWeekly Salary (pounds)Annual Salary (pounds)
2025--
202529,0001,508,000
202429,0001,508,000
202329,0001,508,000
202229,0001,508,000
202134,0001,768,000
202034,0001,768,000
201934,0001,768,000
20185,900306,800
20175,900150,000
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Marcus Bettinelli Wife

Marcus Bettinelli wife name is Nadia Faccenda. The pair tied the knots back in Marcus's Chelsea days. In 2017, she made her acting debut on BBC drama Clique. At only 15 years old, she was scouted by a modelling agency. Nadia has been featured as a regular lingerie model for Pretty Little Things. Even though, as a model, she has made strides, it is TV and film where she wants to excel. After all, it was acting and performance she had a major in while she graduated from Motherwell College.

The couple started dating back in 2018 and spent quality time with each other before they took the next step years later to tie the knot. In addition to being a modelling sensation and an aspiring actor, she is a supportive partner to Marcus Bettinelli.

Marcus Bettinelli Career

Marcus's journey in the most competitive league in the world has been the tale of elite goalkeepers. From his early days at Fulham to now being a notable figure in the Manchester City squad, he has come far in his goalkeeping career.

Club Career

Marcus joined Fulham's academy back when he was just 14 years old. The goalkeeper progressed steadily and earned senior caps via loans at Dartford and Accrington Stanley. He made his debut back in the 2014-15 season and became the first-choice keeper with 39 league appearances. Bettinelli contributed massively to Fulham's promotion back in 2018 and 2020. His amazing performances for the club drew a lot of attention from the elite clubs, one of them being Chelsea, which eventually signed the keeper.

In 2021, Chelsea acquired the signature of the goalkeeper on a free transfer. While his two-year contract was renewed until 2026, he made an early departure. For Chelsea, Marcus was a third goalkeeper and made very less appearances. Even though he was rarely seen on the pitch, he was appreciated at Chelsea for his mentorship and professionalism. He was regarded as a locker room leader in Chelsea.

The keeper ultimately made his move to join Manchester City in 2025 as Pep Guardiola came calling. He joined the Sky Blues on a one-year contract for a nominal fee. He will be the third-choice keeper for the Citizens, too.

So far, Manchester City has been one of the busiest teams in the Premier League, signing the likes of Cherki, Reijnders, and Ait Nouri, along with Bettinelli. There is no doubt that Marcus will play a dynamic role under Pep Guardiola.

Here are his club stats as per Fotmob:

ClubAppearancesGoal ConcededClean Sheets
Chelsea110
Middlesbrough424713
Fulham12015931
Accrington Stanley414411
Dartford355210
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International Stats

While the keeper has been one of the great assets for the club he has played for, he is unlucky with his international career so far.

CountryAppearancesGoal ConcededClean Sheets
England ---
England U211-1
England 19---
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Marcus Bettinelli's Awards and Achievements

While the goalkeeper has been phenomenal for his teams, he has only one silverware to his name, and that is the FIFA Club World Cup trophy with Chelsea, which he won in 2022.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How old is Marcus Bettinelli?

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As of 2025, Marcus Bettinelli is 33 years old.

In which position does Marcus Bettinelli play?

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Marcus Bettinelli plays as a goalkeeper.

Marcus Bettinelli plays for which country?

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Marcus Bettinelli is English; however, he has not play a match for England yet.

Where was Marcus Bettinelli born?

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Marcus Bettinelli was born in Camberwell, England.

What is the net worth of Marcus Bettinelli?

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As of 2025, it is estimated that Marcus Bettinelli's net worth is around 12 million pounds.

What is Marcus Bettinelli Salary?

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Marcus Bettinelli's Manchester City salary is not divulged yet.

Does Marcus Bettinelli have a girlfriend?

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Marcus Bettinelli is married to Nadia Faccenda.

What is Marcus Bettinelli's age?
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Marcus Bettinelli is 33 years old.
What is Marcus Bettinelli's height?
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Marcus Bettinelli is 193 cm tall.
Which country is Marcus Bettinelli from?
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Marcus Bettinelli is from England.
Which national team does Marcus Bettinelli play for?
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Marcus Bettinelli plays for the England national team.
Which club does Marcus Bettinelli currently play for?
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Marcus Bettinelli currently plays for Manchester City.
What position does Marcus Bettinelli play?
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Marcus Bettinelli plays as a Goalkeeper.
What trophies has Marcus Bettinelli won?
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Marcus Bettinelli has won 1 trophies including titles in FIFA Intercontinental Cup.
When was Marcus Bettinelli born?
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Marcus Bettinelli was born on May 24, 1992.
Where was Marcus Bettinelli born?
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Marcus Bettinelli was born in Camberwell of England.