Every Saudi Pro League club’s payroll for 2025–2026 revealed
The Saudi Pro League has rapidly become one of the most ambitious and high-spending football leagues in the world. Backed by sovereign investment and driven by aggressive recruitment of international stars, several clubs have surged into global relevance. The 2025–2026 payroll data gives a rare and detailed look into how much these clubs are spending to build and maintain their squads.
From modest budgets to massive outlays that rival Europe's top sides, here’s a reverse-ordered breakdown of total club payrolls in the Saudi Pro League.
6. Al-Shabab – €46,200,000
Al-Shabab has the lowest payroll in the Saudi Pro League this season, but €46.2 million is still a significant figure. Most of that goes toward the attack, with €22.8 million allocated to forwards alone. Midfielders receive €15.7 million, while the defense gets just €5.6 million. Goalkeeping is budgeted at €2 million, reflecting the club's leaner roster investment compared to its competitors.
5. Al-Ettifaq – €55,950,000
Under the guidance of ambitious leadership and recent high-profile signings, Al-Ettifaq is pushing into the upper half of the table financially. Their midfield payroll stands at €27.4 million, almost half of their total. Forwards earn €9.7 million, defenders receive €14.5 million, and keepers account for €4.3 million. While still behind the league's financial giants, the club is clearly scaling up.
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4. Al-Ittihad – €153,580,000
A significant jump in spending occurs with Al-Ittihad, whose total payroll is nearly triple that of Al-Ettifaq. The club spends €88.9 million on forwards alone, and another €44 million goes to the midfield. Defenders receive €13.3 million, while goalkeepers earn €7.4 million. These numbers reflect a roster built around offensive firepower and elite-level midfield control.
3. Al-Ahli – €168,880,000
Al-Ahli continues its high-spending ways with nearly €169 million in total wages. Their forward line costs €104.3 million, the highest in the league except for one club. Midfielders earn €24.4 million, defenders receive €28.3 million, and goalkeepers are allocated €11.9 million. This aggressive distribution shows a heavy tilt toward attacking investment.
2. Al Hilal – €193,130,000
One of the most internationally recognized Saudi clubs, Al Hilal has maintained its reputation with a €193.1 million payroll. Their midfield leads the budget with €45 million, closely followed by the forwards at €58.5 million. Defenders earn €77.8 million, and goalkeepers take home €11.8 million. Interestingly, Al Hilal spends more on defense than any other position, suggesting a balanced squad-building philosophy.
1. Al Nassr – €361,170,000
By far the league’s biggest spender, Al Nassr tops the list with a staggering €361.2 million payroll. The vast majority, €298.9 million, is dedicated to forwards—nearly the entire budget of some European top-flight clubs. The midfield receives €27.8 million, defense gets €27.7 million, and goalkeepers are allocated €6.8 million. Al Nassr's strategy is clear: outscore everyone, at any cost.
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