Every Bundesliga star’s salary for 2025–2026 revealed

October 16, 2025 Aksel Kryhlmand

With Bayern Munich once again dominating the wage table, the Bundesliga continues to offer some of Europe’s most competitive footballing salaries. From established leaders to fast-rising prospects, here are the 15 highest-paid players in the Bundesliga for the 2025–2026 season, ranked in reverse order by their gross annual salary.

15. Serhou Guirassy – €9,430,000

The Guinean striker earns just under nine and a half million euros per year at Borussia Dortmund. After an impressive goal-scoring season, Guirassy now plays a crucial role in the club’s frontline and has become one of the best-paid strikers outside Bayern Munich.

14. Timo Werner – €10,000,000

Now at Leipzig, Werner earns a flat 10 million euros per season. While no longer a guaranteed starter, his pace and pressing make him a valuable rotation option in attack. His experience still commands a top-tier salary.

13. Dayot Upamecano – €10,000,000

Matching Werner’s salary is Bayern’s centre-back Dayot Upamecano. The French defender brings pace and power to the back line and remains an important figure in the club’s defensive setup.

12. Niklas Süle – €10,000,000

Dortmund’s Niklas Süle also sits on the 10 million mark. Now a key figure in BVB’s defence, the former Bayern player continues to deliver reliable performances for club and country.

11. Min-jae Kim – €12,000,000

Despite being listed as a reserve this season, the South Korean centre-back still earns 12 million euros. His composure and aerial strength make him one of the most respected defenders in the Bundesliga.

10. Jonathan Tah – €12,000,000

Bayern’s defensive signing from Leverkusen brings physical presence and calm distribution. Earning 12 million euros a year, Tah is expected to become a long-term anchor in the Bavarian defence.

9. Leon Goretzka – €13,000,000

With a salary of 13 million euros, Goretzka remains one of Bayern’s most experienced midfielders. Known for his late runs and physicality, he continues to feature regularly in key matches.

8. Michael Olise – €13,510,000

The French winger joined Bayern this year and immediately broke into the top ten earners. His flair and dribbling ability bring a fresh dynamic to the right side of Bayern’s attack.

7. Luis Díaz – €14,000,000

Bayern’s Colombian winger earns 14 million euros per season following his move from Liverpool. With his direct style and attacking instinct, Díaz is set to be a key contributor in the final third.

6. Alphonso Davies – €15,000,000

The Canadian left-back remains one of the most marketable and explosive players in world football. With a 15 million euro salary, Davies is among the best-paid defenders globally despite being listed as a reserve for the current campaign.

5. Jamal Musiala – €18,870,000

A generational talent for both Bayern and Germany, Musiala earns nearly 19 million euros annually. Though listed as a reserve, his technical brilliance and creative spark make him one of the most valuable young players in world football.

4. Serge Gnabry – €18,870,000

Gnabry earns the same as Musiala and continues to be a reliable presence on Bayern’s left flank. His ability to score and assist at pace keeps him among the top earners in the squad.

3. Joshua Kimmich – €20,000,000

Earning 20 million euros per year, Kimmich is the beating heart of Bayern’s midfield. His leadership, tactical intelligence and versatility have made him indispensable to the club.

2. Manuel Neuer – €21,000,000

Still going strong at 39, Bayern’s legendary goalkeeper remains one of the highest earners in the league. Neuer’s influence, legacy and continued reliability keep him firmly near the top of the salary rankings.

1. Harry Kane – €25,000,000

At the summit sits England’s Harry Kane with a jaw-dropping annual wage of 25 million euros. As Bayern Munich’s star forward, he leads the line and the payroll, making him the highest-paid footballer in the Bundesliga for 2025–2026.