Brest may not be among Ligue 1’s financial heavyweights, but the club still pays competitive salaries to key players. From rising talents to seasoned professionals, the wage structure reflects both promise and experience. Here’s a look at the 11 highest-paid players at Stade Brestois 29 — starting from the lowest earner and building up to the top-paid star.
11. Soumaïla Coulibaly – £17,192 per week / £893,967 per year
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The promising young defender sits at the bottom of Brest’s wage list. Despite that, earning nearly £900,000 per year is no small figure for a player still finding his footing.
10. Ibrahim Salah – £17,853 per week / £928,351 per year
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Salah is one of Brest’s quickest players and offers flair in wide areas. His salary reflects his growing importance, though he remains among the lower earners.
9. Romain Del Castillo – £18,018 per week / £936,947 per year
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Del Castillo brings creativity and composure in the final third. He earns just under £1 million per year, putting him in the mid-to-lower salary bracket.
8. Jordan Amavi – £18,018 per week / £936,947 per year
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Veteran left-back Amavi shares the same salary as Del Castillo. His experience in Ligue 1 and abroad adds value to Brest’s defensive unit.
7. Mama Baldé – £21,159 per week / £1,100,267 per year
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Known for his strength and explosive pace, Baldé is a constant threat in attack. He earns just over £1.1 million annually, reflecting his established status.
6. Brendan Chardonnet – £21,159 per week / £1,100,267 per year
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A reliable figure in central defense, Chardonnet earns the same as Baldé. As a product of the club’s own system, his role is vital on and off the pitch.
5. Abdallah Sima – £21,490 per week / £1,117,459 per year
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Sima’s speed and goal-scoring ability have been valuable assets during his loan. He ranks among Brest’s better-paid players thanks to his Premier League profile.
4. Edimilson Fernandes – £32,730 per week / £1,701,976 per year
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The Swiss midfielder offers versatility and experience at the top level. His salary places him comfortably in the top tier of Brest’s wage structure.
3. Ludovic Ajorque – £35,706 per week / £1,856,701 per year
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Ajorque’s aerial presence and hold-up play are key to Brest’s attacking style. His near-£1.9 million annual salary reflects his importance in the squad.
2. Romain Faivre – £36,036 per week / £1,873,893 per year
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Back at the club, Faivre remains one of the most technically gifted players in the squad. He earns one of the two highest wages at Brest, justifying the investment in his return.
1. Pierre Lees-Melou – £36,036 per week / £1,873,893 per year
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Lees-Melou shares top spot with Faivre in terms of salary. His leadership and consistent midfield performances make him a cornerstone of the team.