Who Earns the Most? The 50 Best-Paid Players in the Saudi Pro League – Ranked
The Saudi Pro League continues to attract some of the world’s most prominent footballers with staggering wages that rival Europe’s elite clubs. From Cristiano Ronaldo’s unmatched fortune to rising stars carving their path in the Middle East, here’s a full ranking of the 50 highest-paid players in Saudi Arabia, starting from number 50.
50. Abdullah Madu – Al Ettifaq (£53,223 per week / £2,767,596 per year)
The experienced Saudi defender earns just over £53,000 weekly, reflecting his solid role in Al Ettifaq’s backline. His leadership and composure make him a valuable squad player despite being one of the league’s more modest earners.
49. Moussa Dembélé – Al Ettifaq (£58,031 per week / £3,017,628 per year)
The French striker, once a standout at Lyon, continues his goal-scoring journey in Saudi Arabia. His experience in Europe adds a different dynamic to Al Ettifaq’s attack.
48. Marek Rodák – Al Ettifaq (£59,192 per week / £3,077,980 per year)
Slovakia’s dependable goalkeeper offers steady hands for Al Ettifaq. His Premier League experience with Fulham provides a sense of reliability between the posts.
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47. Francisco Calvo – Al Ettifaq (£59,192 per week / £3,077,980 per year)
Costa Rica’s veteran defender brings leadership and international experience to the Saudi stage. His defensive awareness remains one of his greatest assets.
46. Ángelo Gabriel – Al Nassr (£59,192 per week / £3,077,980 per year)
At just 20 years old, the Brazilian winger represents the new generation of flair players in Saudi football. His pace and creativity add depth to Al Nassr’s already star-studded attack.
45. Abderrazak Hamdallah – Al Ahli (£59,192 per week / £3,077,980 per year)
One of Saudi football’s most prolific strikers, Hamdallah continues to be a lethal finisher. His consistent scoring record has made him a fan favorite across the league.
44. Ali Majrashi – Al Ahli (£63,648 per week / £3,307,780 per year)
The Saudi full-back is known for his energy and versatility down the right flank. His role at Al Ahli shows the club’s growing trust in local talents.
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43. Álvaro Medrán – Al Ettifaq (£67,648 per week / £3,517,692 per year)
The Spanish midfielder, once of Real Madrid’s academy, brings a European touch to the midfield. His passing range and technical vision make him a key creative presence.
42. Ondrej Duda – Al Ettifaq (£67,648 per week / £3,517,692 per year)
The Slovak playmaker combines composure and creativity, often dictating the tempo in midfield for Al Ettifaq. His arrival added valuable experience and control to their central play.
41. Roger – Al Ittihad (£67,648 per week / £3,517,692 per year)
The Portuguese winger delivers flair and precision on the ball. His ability to stretch defenses makes him an important attacking outlet for Al Ittihad.
40. Carlos Jr – Al Shabab (£67,980 per week / £3,534,935 per year)
The Brazilian forward is known for his technical dribbling and eye for goal. His consistency in front of goal has helped Al Shabab maintain attacking depth.
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39. Valentin Atangana – Al Ahli (£84,560 per week / £4,397,115 per year)
A rising French midfielder, Atangana combines physicality and passing intelligence. His performances in the Saudi league hint at a bright future.
38. Marcos Leonardo – Al Hilal (£84,560 per week / £4,397,115 per year)
The young Brazilian striker has adapted well to life in Saudi Arabia. His pace and finishing promise to make him one of the region’s top forwards in the years ahead.
37. Danilo Pereira – Al Ittihad (£84,560 per week / £4,397,115 per year)
The Portuguese defensive midfielder turned centre-back provides structure and discipline. His experience from PSG adds reliability to Al Ittihad’s defense.
36. Bento – Al Nassr (£101,472 per week / £5,276,538 per year)
The Brazilian goalkeeper brings composure and athleticism between the posts. His quick reflexes have made him one of the standout keepers in the Saudi league.
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35. Yacine Adli – Al Shabab (£101,472 per week / £5,276,538 per year)
The French midfielder’s creativity and control in tight spaces make him a vital playmaker. Adli’s technical style fits perfectly in Al Shabab’s possession-based setup.
34. Predrag Rajković – Al Ittihad (£101,472 per week / £5,276,538 per year)
The Serbian international is one of the most reliable goalkeepers in the league. His experience in Europe brings authority and confidence to Al Ittihad’s defense.
33. Houssem Aouar – Al Ittihad (£101,472 per week / £5,276,538 per year)
The Algerian playmaker offers creativity and attacking flair from midfield. His link-up play and vision have quickly made him a key figure in Al Ittihad’s system.
32. Josh Brownhill – Al Shabab (£101,472 per week / £5,276,538 per year)
The English midfielder has brought Premier League work rate and intensity to Saudi Arabia. His tireless energy makes him the engine of Al Shabab’s midfield.
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31. Salem Al-Dawsari – Al Hilal (£116,892 per week / £6,078,365 per year)
A national hero and Al Hilal legend, Al-Dawsari remains one of Asia’s best wingers. His technical ability and leadership continue to inspire both club and country.
30. Roger Ibañez – Al Ahli (£140,933 per week / £7,328,525 per year)
The Brazilian defender has become a cornerstone of Al Ahli’s backline since arriving from Serie A. His physical presence and composure in possession make him one of the most reliable defenders in the league.
29. Steven Bergwijn – Al Ittihad (£152,208 per week / £7,914,807 per year)
The Dutch winger’s pace and dribbling skill have added flair to Al Ittihad’s attack. His European experience makes him a dynamic forward capable of unlocking defenses.
28. Merih Demiral – Al Ahli (£165,804 per week / £8,621,794 per year)
The Turkish centre-back is known for his aggression and fearless tackling. A rock in defense, Demiral’s leadership brings stability to Al Ahli’s ambitious project.
27. Bono – Al Hilal (£165,804 per week / £8,621,794 per year)
Morocco’s No. 1 goalkeeper is among the best shot-stoppers in the Middle East. His consistency and calm under pressure have made him vital to Al Hilal’s domestic and continental success.
26. Iñigo Martínez – Al Nassr (£169,102 per week / £8,794,230 per year)
The Spanish veteran adds experience and defensive intelligence to Al Nassr’s backline. His ability to play out from the back suits the club’s modern, possession-driven style.
25. Enzo Millot – Al Ahli (£169,102 per week / £8,794,230 per year)
The young French playmaker has impressed with his quick feet and tactical maturity. His creativity in midfield makes him one of the Saudi Pro League’s rising stars.
24. Édouard Mendy – Al Ahli (£182,384 per week / £9,483,973 per year)
The Senegalese goalkeeper, once a Champions League winner with Chelsea, has seamlessly adjusted to Saudi football. His commanding presence and shot-stopping instincts remain world-class.
23. Galeno – Al Ahli (£194,488 per week / £10,113,364 per year)
The Brazilian winger is one of the league’s most entertaining players, blending pace and skill effortlessly. His ability to change games with a single move makes him a fan favorite at Al Ahli.
22. Mohamed Simakan – Al Nassr (£202,944 per week / £10,553,076 per year)
The French defender is versatile enough to play at centre-back or right-back. His athleticism and defensive timing have strengthened Al Nassr’s backline significantly.
21. Yannick Carrasco – Al Shabab (£215,545 per week / £11,208,332 per year)
The Belgian winger brings top-level experience from Atlético Madrid to Saudi Arabia. His creativity and crossing ability make him one of the league’s most dangerous wide players.
20. Fabinho – Al Ittihad (£232,125 per week / £12,070,511 per year)
The Brazilian defensive midfielder remains a model of consistency. His tactical awareness and experience anchor Al Ittihad’s midfield, offering balance in both attack and defense.
19. Franck Kessié – Al Ahli (£232,125 per week / £12,070,511 per year)
The Ivorian powerhouse dominates midfield battles with his physicality and control. A tireless worker, Kessié’s presence adds steel to Al Ahli’s creative core.
18. Georginio Wijnaldum – Al Ettifaq (£248,706 per week / £12,933,691 per year)
The Dutch midfielder continues to show his intelligence and versatility. His experience at Liverpool and PSG translates into calm authority in the Saudi midfield.
17. João Cancelo – Al Hilal (£253,846 per week / £13,199,966 per year)
One of the most technically gifted full-backs in the world, Cancelo’s creativity transforms Al Hilal’s right flank. His ability to cut inside and dictate play mirrors his European prime.
16. Moussa Diaby – Al Ittihad (£253,846 per week / £13,199,966 per year)
The French winger brings blistering pace and directness to Al Ittihad’s attack. His ability to beat defenders and create scoring chances makes him one of the league’s top entertainers.
15. Rúben Neves – Al Hilal (£286,840 per week / £14,915,703 per year)
The Portuguese midfielder is a deep-lying playmaker with remarkable vision and composure. His passing range dictates Al Hilal’s rhythm and helps maintain their attacking flow.
14. João Félix – Al Nassr (£290,147 per week / £15,088,139 per year)
The Portuguese forward has rediscovered his confidence in Saudi Arabia. Known for his creativity and flair, Félix brings imagination and unpredictability to Al Nassr’s frontline.
13. Malcom – Al Hilal (£298,447 per week / £15,519,229 per year)
The Brazilian attacker offers flair, pace, and an eye for spectacular goals. His understanding with fellow countrymen has made Al Hilal’s attack one of the most fluid in the league.
12. Theo Hernández – Al Hilal (£338,405 per week / £17,597,081 per year)
The French left-back continues to dominate his flank with speed and aggression. A true modern full-back, Hernández contributes both defensively and in the final third.
11. Kingsley Coman – Al Nassr (£338,405 per week / £17,597,081 per year)
The French winger is one of the league’s most explosive talents. His dribbling and experience at Bayern Munich add world-class pedigree to Al Nassr’s offensive arsenal.
10. Darwin Núñez – Al Hilal (£372,229 per week / £19,356,045 per year)
The Uruguayan striker is among the most exciting arrivals in recent seasons. His athleticism and relentless movement make him a nightmare for defenders across the league.
9. Marcelo Brozović – Al Nassr (£401,245 per week / £20,864,741 per year)
The Croatian midfielder brings balance and control to Al Nassr’s play. His tactical discipline and ball retention remain at an elite level, making him indispensable.
8. Sergej Milinković-Savić – Al Hilal (£414,509 per week / £21,554,484 per year)
The Serbian powerhouse controls midfield with strength and elegance. His late runs into the box and aerial dominance make him a consistent match-winner.
7. N’Golo Kanté – Al Ittihad (£414,509 per week / £21,554,484 per year)
The French workhorse remains one of football’s most tireless midfielders. His energy, interceptions, and leadership continue to define his world-class reputation.
6. Ivan Toney – Al Ahli (£422,965 per week / £21,994,196 per year)
The English striker is enjoying life in Saudi Arabia after making a record move. His finishing ability and confidence have turned him into a marquee name in the league.
5. Kalidou Koulibaly – Al Hilal (£575,339 per week / £29,917,624 per year)
The Senegalese defender stands tall as one of the highest-paid defenders globally. His leadership and strength have fortified Al Hilal’s defense in dominant fashion.
4. Sadio Mané – Al Nassr (£663,215 per week / £34,487,175 per year)
A global superstar, Mané continues to shine with his trademark intensity and goals. His partnership with Ronaldo has made Al Nassr’s attack one of the deadliest in Asia.
3. Karim Benzema – Al Ittihad (£829,019 per week / £43,108,969 per year)
The French Ballon d’Or winner remains a prolific scorer and global icon. His elegance and intelligence on the pitch make him a figure of prestige for Saudi football.
2. Riyad Mahrez – Al Ahli (£865,495 per week / £45,005,764 per year)
The Algerian maestro dazzles fans with his trademark left foot and silky skills. Mahrez’s creativity and composure have elevated Al Ahli’s attacking flair to elite levels.
1. Cristiano Ronaldo – Al Nassr (£3,455,350 per week / £179,678,183 per year)
The undisputed face of the Saudi Pro League, Ronaldo remains football’s top earner. His influence extends far beyond the pitch, redefining the league’s global image and setting new standards for ambition and excellence.
