The top 8 earners at Turkey’s four biggest clubs
Turkey’s Süper Lig has become a magnet for global football stars, with clubs offering massive wages to attract top talent. Here’s a breakdown of the top eight earners at each of the big four clubs: Galatasaray, Fenerbahçe, Beşiktaş, and Trabzonspor.
Galatasaray: Leading the way in star salaries
Victor Osimhen
The Nigerian striker tops Galatasaray’s wage list with a stunning €360,577 per week. His €18.75 million yearly salary makes him the joint-highest earner in the Süper Lig.
Leroy Sané
Sané earns €216,346 weekly, amounting to over €11.25 million a year. The German winger brings pace, experience, and flair to Galatasaray's attack.
Mauro Icardi
Icardi, a fan favorite, pockets €144,231 per week. The Argentine striker continues to deliver on the pitch and remains a central figure in the club's identity.
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Wilfried Zaha
Zaha earns €108,269 weekly, highlighting his status as a key attacking option. The Ivorian brings creativity and unpredictability to the wings. Currently on loan at Charlotte FC
Davinson Sánchez
The Colombian centre-back is on €108,269 per week. His strength and aerial ability make him a defensive pillar.
İlkay Gündoğan
Veteran midfielder Gündoğan also earns €108,269 per week. His leadership and passing vision are crucial in controlling the midfield.
Lucas Torreira
The Uruguayan midfield anchor earns €96,154 each week. Known for his energy and pressing, Torreira remains vital in Galatasaray’s midfield balance.
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Gabriel Sara
Rounding out the list is Gabriel Sara with a weekly wage of €66,154. The Brazilian adds depth and versatility to the squad.
Fenerbahçe: Matching rivals with top-tier wages
Jhon Durán
Durán earns €360,577 per week, tied with Osimhen as the league’s top earner. The Colombian striker is a symbol of Fenerbahçe’s bold transfer strategy.
Ederson
The experienced Brazilian goalkeeper brings home €264,423 weekly. His presence adds stability and world-class quality between the posts.
Marco Asensio
Asensio earns €192,308 per week. The former Real Madrid star is a creative force on the right flank.
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Milan Škriniar
The Slovakian defender matches Asensio’s salary at €192,308 weekly. His composure and strength make him essential at the back.
Kerem Aktürkoğlu
Turkish international Kerem earns €114,231 per week. His form and homegrown status make him a fan favourite and key attacking player.
Edson Álvarez
The Mexican midfielder brings in €108,269 weekly. His versatility allows him to switch between defence and midfield seamlessly.
Fred
Fred, the former Manchester United midfielder, also earns €108,269 per week. He offers experience and balance in central areas.
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Youssef En-Nesyri
The Moroccan striker earns €96,154 weekly. Known for his aerial ability and finishing, En-Nesyri adds quality depth to the frontline.
Beşiktaş: Balanced spending with proven names
Tammy Abraham
The English forward is Beşiktaş’s top earner at €144,231 per week. Abraham brings physicality and finishing power to the attack.
Rafa Silva
Also earning €144,231 per week, Silva is a creative spark in midfield. His quick feet and vision unlock tight defences.
Orkun Kökçü
Kökçü earns €120,192 weekly. The Turkish international is a central figure in Beşiktaş's build-up play.
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Wilfred Ndidi
Ndidi brings defensive solidity to midfield and earns €60,192 per week. His ball-winning skills are a major asset.
Gabriel Paulista
The veteran centre-back makes €50,962 per week. His experience brings calm and structure to the defence.
Tiago Djaló
Djaló earns €48,077 weekly. The young defender offers pace and versatility at the back.
Cengiz Ünder
Ünder also earns €48,077 per week. The Turkish winger contributes speed and shooting threat from wide areas.
Milot Rashica
Matching Ünder’s salary, Rashica earns €48,077 weekly. The Kosovar forward adds depth and flexibility in the final third.
Trabzonspor: Lower wages, strategic signings
André Onana
Onana leads the way at Trabzonspor with €138,269 per week. The Cameroonian keeper brings calm and control from the back.
Stefan Savić
Savić earns €76,923 weekly. His defensive strength and leadership are essential to the team.
Paul Onuachu
The Nigerian striker takes home €48,077 per week. His height and finishing make him a valuable option up front.
Ernest Muçi
Muçi earns €43,269 weekly. The Albanian attacking midfielder adds creativity in the final third.
Anthony Nwakaeme
Nwakaeme brings power and experience to the attack, earning €36,154 per week. A familiar face with proven quality.
Edin Višća
Višća also earns €36,154 per week. The Bosnian winger is known for his consistency and professionalism.
Oleksandr Zubkov
Zubkov earns €34,615 weekly. The Ukrainian plays a dynamic role in midfield and attack.
Ozan Tufan
Tufan completes the list with a weekly wage of €32,692. The Turkish midfielder adds depth and experience.
