Learn more about footballer, Diego Ross
Diego Martín Rossi Marachlián better known as Diego Rossi is a Uruguayan professional footballer who plays mainly as a winger or forward.
Diego Rossi currently represents Major League Soccer club Columbus Crew on the field.
One of his standout features is his raw pace.
But apart from that, he’s also technically very skilled with the ball at his feet and finishing moves as well as being very versatile in all kinds of attacking positions.
His left foot is quite powerful plus his excellent vision sets him apart.
Profile
- Full Name: Diego Martín Rossi Marachlián
- Common Name: Diego Rossi
- Born: March 5, 1998
- Age: 27 years old
- Birthplace: Montevideo, Uruguay
- Nationality: Uruguayan
- Occupation: Professional Footballer
- Height: 170 cm (5 ft 7 in)
- Ethnicity: Uruguayan
- Siblings: Nicolás Rossi
- Spouse: Vivi Rossi
- Relationship: Married
- Net Worth: $5 million to $10 million USD
Early Life and Education
Diego Martín Rossi Marachlián was born in Montevideo, Uruguay on March 5, 1998.
His father is of Italian descent and his mother is Armenian, so he has a multicultural background thanks to his family.
No information has been disclosed about his religion through interviews or third-party profiles.
Diego did not undertake any formal academic studies beyond high school level as he was totally devoted to his football career from an early age.
His diverse background combined with the love and support of his family especially his parents and younger brother Nicolás helped him develop qualities.
These qualities include determination and flexibility which were very useful when moving between countries and clubs.
Career
Diego Rossi kicked off his career professionally playing first-team football for Peñarol back in 2015.
He netted 10 goals over his debut seasons continuously leading the outfit towards the Uruguayan Primera División championship title.
Then in 2018, he took a gamble by signing for Los Angeles FC (LAFC) as a Young Designated Player which made him one of the club’s major signings.
Without much delay, he turned into a superstar as a goal scorer for the club and in 2019 helped LAFC bag the Supporters’ Shield.
In 2022, he switched sides to Fenerbahçe via a transfer fee where he registered 33 appearances and scored 4 goals before coming back to MLS.
Most recently, August 2023 witnessed his transfer from Fenerbahçe to Columbus Crew.
Without delay, he was instrumental on the field contributing to the winning of the 2023 MLS Cup by Columbus.
The following season (2024) he managed to play almost full games leading to a total of 19 G/A in 35 outings for him and Columbus each.
2025-2026 has equally seen him maintain quality numbers on goals/assists together with performances in league and Concacaf Champions Cup.
On the international stage, Diego represents his homeland Uruguay.
He has featured for the national team at the senior level gaining some caps and being included in several squads, i.e. World Cup qualifiers/friendlies, etc.
Previously, due to his mother’s origin, he was approached by the Armenian national team but ultimately, he opted for Uruguay.
Social Media
Instagram: Diego Rossi (@diegorossi9)
Personal Life
Diego Rossi, who is only 27 years old, is currently married and his wife’s name is Vivi Rossi.
There is no information about them having children.
He is very proud of his Uruguayan background as well as his Italian-Armenian ancestry and at times he talks about cultural influences during interviews.
He calls Columbus, Ohio his home and thus he can maintain a well-balanced lifestyle that encompasses training, recovery, and spending time with close ones.
Diego has the reputation among his teammates and coaches for being quiet, professional, and focused.
Controversy
During his whole career, Diego Rossi has been very careful about his public image.
Up to 2026, there are no scandalous situations, court cases, disciplinary problems, or any other kind of controversies that can be related to him.
He is highly appreciated as a courteous and respectable player who stays away from conflicts and uses his performance in the game as self-promotion.
Net Worth
Diego Rossi is believed to be worth $5 million to $10 million USD.
The sources of his income are: multi-million dollar Designated Player contract, Performance bonuses and appearance fees.
In addition, Sponsorships and brand deals, and Previous earnings from Fenerbahçe, LAFC, Peñarol, and other clubs.
His long contract term and sustained top-level performance provide strong financial progress.
Conclusion
Diego Rossi has had at his disposal a wide range of avenues to showcase his tremendous talent, hard work, and consistency.
Starting from being a Peñarol youth player to making a name for himself in the French Ligue 1.
He has become an MLS star with LAFC and Columbus Crew, and finally earning senior caps for Uruguay, the 27-year-old has established a successful career.
His stats of goals and assists, along with trophies and Golden Boot award, serve as a testament to him being one of the top forwards in MLS.
With a secure contract and the high standard being maintained, he is still a significant player for both Columbus and Uruguay.
Thus, fans are not only captivated by his skills but also by his professionalism and quiet determination.
