The 25 Highest-Paid Footballers in Primeira Liga: Full Salary Ranking from 25 to 1
The Portuguese league has become a hub for rising talents and experienced stars, with several players commanding impressive salaries that reflect their value on the pitch. Below is the full ranking from 25 to 1, showing both weekly and annual gross salaries for each player.
25. Samu Aghehowa – Porto (€31,346/week | €1,630,000/year)
The young Spanish striker is one of FC Porto’s brightest attacking prospects. His dynamic pace and ability to find space in the box have earned him a strong early-career contract.
24. Tomás Araújo – Benfica (€31,346/week | €1,630,000/year)
Reliable and composed, Araújo has quietly become a dependable option at SL Benfica. His salary reflects his potential to grow into a key defensive figure.
23. Morten Hjulmand – Sporting CP (€38,462/week | €2,000,000/year)
A midfield leader for Sporting CP, Hjulmand plays with consistency and intelligence. His wages underline his status as a crucial part of the team’s spine.
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22. Jeremiah St. Juste – Sporting CP (€36,923/week | €1,920,000/year)
The Dutch centre-back adds experience and stability to Sporting’s defense. His salary places him among the better-paid defenders in the squad.
21. Alberto Costa – Porto (€36,923/week | €1,920,000/year)
Young and ambitious, Costa is viewed as a long-term investment for Porto. His wages show the club’s commitment to nurturing defensive talent.
20. Georgiy Sudakov – Benfica (€36,923/week | €1,920,000/year)
Sudakov’s vision and technique give Benfica a creative edge in midfield. His salary reflects both current impact and future promise.
19. Gonçalo Inácio – Sporting CP (€33,269/week | €1,730,000/year)
A standout Portuguese defender, Inácio continues to rise in stature. Sporting reward his leadership and quality with one of the higher defensive salaries in the league.
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18. Enzo Barrenechea – Benfica (€40,769/week | €2,120,000/year)
The Argentine midfielder is a commanding presence in midfield. His strong wages underline his importance as a starter for Benfica.
17. Amar Dedić – Benfica (€40,769/week | €2,120,000/year)
The Bosnian right-back has brought speed and aggression to Benfica’s defense. His salary shows the club’s faith in him as a future cornerstone.
16. Samuel Dahl – Benfica (€40,769/week | €2,120,000/year)
An energetic left-back, Dahl has quickly become a fan favorite. His weekly wage puts him in the upper defensive salary tier at Benfica.
15. Gabri Veiga – Porto (€38,462/week | €2,000,000/year)
The Spanish playmaker adds flair and creativity to Porto’s attack. His salary highlights his growing role in the team’s offensive play.
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14. Pedro Gonçalves – Sporting CP (€46,154/week | €2,400,000/year)
A creative force at Sporting, Gonçalves consistently delivers in the final third. His earnings reflect his status as one of the club’s most valuable players.
13. Leandro Barreiro – Benfica (€48,077/week | €2,500,000/year)
Barreiro’s energy and pressing make him indispensable in Benfica’s midfield. His salary puts him among the club’s top earners.
12. Luuk de Jong – Porto (€48,077/week | €2,500,000/year)
The veteran Dutch striker brings leadership and experience to Porto’s front line. His pay reflects his proven track record at the top level.
11. Pepê – Porto (€48,077/week | €2,500,000/year)
A fan favorite for his flair and skill, Pepê remains one of Porto’s key offensive players. His salary cements his role as a star attacker.
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10. Luis Suárez – Sporting CP (€48,077/week | €2,500,000/year)
The Colombian forward adds explosiveness to Sporting’s attack. His salary highlights the trust the club has in his match-winning ability.
9. Jan Bednarek – Porto (€55,385/week | €2,880,000/year)
A consistent and experienced centre-back, Bednarek brings reliability to Porto’s defense. His earnings place him in the upper tier of defenders in the league.
8. Nicolás Otamendi – Benfica (€55,385/week | €2,880,000/year)
The veteran Argentine remains a defensive leader. His salary reflects his experience, leadership, and on-pitch influence.
7. Vangelis Pavlidis – Benfica (€55,385/week | €2,880,000/year)
The Greek striker is one of the league’s top scorers. His pay matches his status as a central figure in Benfica’s attack.
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6. Fredrik Aursnes – Benfica (€55,385/week | €2,880,000/year)
A tireless Norwegian midfielder, Aursnes is vital for Benfica’s pressing game. His salary reflects both his consistency and tactical intelligence.
5. Dodi Lukébakio – Benfica (€55,385/week | €2,880,000/year)
The Belgian winger provides pace, directness, and goals. His wage packet puts him among Benfica’s elite attackers.
4. Richard Ríos – Benfica (€57,692/week | €3,000,000/year)
A commanding presence in midfield, the Colombian has quickly become a core player. His salary showcases his rapid rise at the club.
3. Jakub Kiwior – Porto (€66,731/week | €3,470,000/year)
The Polish centre-back is a cornerstone of Porto’s defense. His high salary is a clear statement of his importance to their ambitions.
2. Anatolii Trubin – Benfica (€74,038/week | €3,850,000/year)
The Ukrainian goalkeeper is one of the top earners in the league. His performances have justified Benfica’s heavy investment in his talent.
1. Trincão – Sporting CP (€75,000/week | €3,900,000/year)
Leading the list, Trincão is Sporting’s star attacker and one of the faces of the league. His salary reflects his quality, influence, and star power.
