Here is the list of top 10 highest paid players in premier league with all the details of their season’s earnings
The Premier League boasts some of the world’s finest footballers, and the 20 clubs spare no expense in signing mega-money deals.
With the increasing wealth in English top-flight football, players’ salaries have soared, and the highest earner now makes nearly half-a-million pounds per week.
Curious about the top-paid players in the Premier League? We’ve done the research to estimate the earnings of the top 10 players for you.
1. Erling Haaland (Manchester City) – £865,000 per week
This season,Erling Haaland made a remarkable impact on the Premier League. The Norwegian sensation made history as the first player ever to win both the Premier League Player and Young Player of the season awards. Not just that, he also earned the prestigious Football Writers’ Association’s Footballer of the Year award. Quite an impressive feat!
Haaland’s goal-scoring prowess was awe-inspiring. He broke the records set by legends Andy Cole and Alan Shearer for the most goals in a Premier League season, netting an incredible 36 goals in just 35 games. And that’s not all – he managed to score an impressive total of 52 goals in just 48 matches! His exceptional performance played a crucial role in City’s triumphant Treble victory, which included winning the Premier League, Champions League, and FA Cup. What an outstanding achievement!
Haaland is now in the covers of FC24
Every footballer dreams of this.
— Erling Haaland (@ErlingHaaland) July 13, 2023
Proud to be on the cover for the first season of a new era @EASPORTSFC #FC24 pic.twitter.com/YDqaPe8HuE
What makes his achievements even more daunting for his competitors is that Haaland is just 22-years-old. Yet, he has set himself a massive challenge to match or surpass his outstanding tally from the previous season when the new campaign kicks off. With his incredible talent and boundless potential, he has become a formidable force in the world of football.
2. Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City) – £400,000 per week
Meet Kevin De Bruyne, the key player for Man City alongside his teammate. At 31 years old, there were some doubts about his absence from the team at times last season. However, De Bryune has proved his worth during the crucial games.
Kevin De Bryune turns 32, celebrates with his family
Thank you for all the birthday wishes. 32 still feels really good😂. Enjoying the holiday👍👍 pic.twitter.com/0bpvjg2rAi
— Kevin De Bruyne (@KevinDeBruyne) June 28, 2023
De Bruyne’s performance was outstanding, scoring 10 goals and providing an incredible 31 assists in all competitions last season. He has now surpassed the impressive milestone of 350 appearances for City. With his talent and dedication, he continues to be one of the top man and Manchester city’s top assist provider in Pep Guardiola’s side.
3. Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) – £400,000
Liverpool’s star player, Mo Salah, is undoubtedly the highest earner at the club, and rightly so, given his pivotal role in their recent success.
Last July, Salah signed a new contract that significantly improved his earnings to almost 400,000-a-week. This fantastic deal ensures he’ll be part of Anfield’s squad until June 2025.
— Mohamed Salah (@MoSalah) July 8, 2023
Scoring 19 goals and providing 12 assists, Salah was the fourth top scorer in the Premier League last season. His remarkable contributions were instrumental in Liverpool’s comeback towards the end of the campaign, even though they missed out on a Champions League spot, finishing just four points behind Newcastle.
4. Casemiro (Man United) – £375,000-per-week
Ever since Casemiro joined Manchester United from Real Madrid for £60 million last summer, the Brazilian midfielder has become a key player for the team.
Even with a seven-game domestic ban due to two straight red cards, Casemiro managed to play 53 matches for the Red Devils in all competitions last season.
The 31-year-old player made a big impact, scoring the opening goal in United’s Carabao Cup final win against Newcastle. Unfortunately, they couldn’t clinch the FA Cup final against Manchester City in the first all-Manchester showdown.
5. Marcus Rashford (Man United) – £375,000-per-week
Marcus Rashford, the talented forward for Manchester United, has secured a spot in the top ten Premier League scorers, making a remarkable entry. He replaced David de Gea to be the highest paid in Manchester United, who bid farewell to the club after a 12-year journey this summer.
Rashford’s outstanding performance at Old Trafford propelled him to joint fourth in the Premier League table. He scored an impressive 30 goals in 56 games across all competitions,we have to give credit to his incredible talent.
Marcus Rashford chilling
— Marcus Rashford (@MarcusRashford) July 15, 2023
His remarkable season was a just reward for his hard work,he is extremely motivated and follows his idol Ronaldo’s footsteps, especially when compared to the previous year’s performance, where he managed to score only five times in 32 games. Rashford’s dedication and improvement have truly paid off!
6. Raheem Sterling (Chelsea) – £350,000-per-week
In the summer of last year, Raheem Sterling made a major move from Manchester City to Chelsea, securing a five-year contract worth £50 million.
At Stamford Bridge, the England international’s wages reportedly saw a significant boost, reaching £300,000 per week.
Although Sterling has faced some challenges this season due to Chelsea’s struggles, he remains determined to reach greater heights in the upcoming season.
During his debut campaign with the club, he scored nine goals in 38 matches, and he’s eager to shine even brighter in the next season!
7. Romelu Lukaku (Chelsea) – £325,000-per-week
When Sterling joined Chelsea, he reportedly became the highest earner, surpassing Romelu Lukaku.
Lukaku spent the last season on loan at Inter Milan, just a year after completing a massive £98 million transfer from Inter to Chelsea.
Currently, Lukaku’s future is hanging, and Juventus seems to be interested in signing him this summer. It’s rumored that Lukaku turned down Simeone Inzaghi’s side after not starting in their Champions League final against Man City.
If Chelsea are to sell the 30-year-old, they might face challenges due to his high wages, which were estimated to be between £325,000 and £450,000 per week, depending on bonuses.
8. Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool) – £300,000-per-week
Since his arrival at Liverpool for £75 million in January 2018, Van Dijk has been the backbone of their defense.
His impact on the team has been immense, playing a crucial role in Liverpool’s Champions League victory in 2019 and their Premier League triumph a year later.
Van Dijk’s stellar performances earned him the PFA Player of the Year award in 2019 and a place in the Team of the Year on three occasions.
Although the 31-year-old faced challenges during Liverpool’s tough campaign last season, he is determined to bounce back and return to his consistent best.
9. Jack Grealish (Man City) – £300,000-per-week
In the summer of 2021, Grealish made history as the Premier League’s first £100 million footballer, moving from Aston Villa to Man City.
This season, the talented England star has become a vital part of the City team, contributing significantly to their pursuit of major honors.
Not only that, in March, Grealish signed the most lucrative boot contract ever given to a British footballer, becoming the face of Puma with a £10 million-per-season deal.
Additionally, he has sealed a £10 million deal with Gucci and enjoys a sponsorship with boohooMan, which is believed to be worth around £1 million.
10. Harry Kane (Tottenham) – £300,000-per-week
As expected, the England captain, Kane, is Tottenham’s top earner, and he continues to shine despite the club’s challenges.
Recently, Kane broke both Tottenham and England’s goalscoring records, impressively netting 30 Premier League goals last season, only surpassed by Haaland.
He is now just 47 goals away from Alan Shearer’s Premier League record of 260.
With only 12 months left on his six-year deal signed in 2018, there’s ongoing speculation about his future, and Bayern Munich has shown interest in signing the talented Spurs striker.
