Inside Manchester City’s Payroll: Ranking Every Player by Annual Salary (2025)
Manchester City’s squad is built on both financial muscle and long-term vision. While Erling Haaland headlines the salary chart with a record-breaking wage, several young stars are climbing the ranks with modest contracts and high potential. Here's how the 2025 squad ranks from the lowest to the highest weekly earners.
28 – Josh Wilson-Esbrand (£7,000 p/w)
Wilson-Esbrand is the lowest-paid player at the club, earning just £7,000 per week. Still a developing full-back, his contract until 2027 gives him time to establish himself within the squad.
27 – James McAtee (£15,000 p/w)
McAtee is another homegrown talent, earning £15,000 per week. His technical quality has shown promise, and he’ll be eager to earn an improved deal before his contract expires in 2026.
26 – Claudio Echeverri (£15,000 p/w)
The Argentine starlet earns £15,000 weekly, tied to a long-term contract until 2028. City views him as a future midfield gem with immense upside.
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25 – Abdukodir Khusanov (£20,000 p/w)
Khusanov is a physical defender with raw potential, earning £20,000 per week. His contract runs until 2029, allowing him time to develop within City's system.
24 – Rico Lewis (£25,000 p/w)
Lewis is one of the brightest prospects in the squad, earning £25,000 a week. His first-team performances suggest a wage rise could be on the horizon before 2028.
23 – Vitor Reis (£40,000 p/w)
Reis, a young Brazilian defender, earns £40,000 per week. With a contract through 2029, the club clearly sees long-term value in him.
22 – Sávio (£40,000 p/w)
Sávio, an exciting winger with flair and pace, also earns £40,000 weekly. He's expected to be a future attacking threat as he matures.
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21 – Jérémy Doku (£50,000 p/w)
Doku is already a regular starter, yet earns just £50,000 per week. Known for his dribbling and explosiveness, his performances could soon warrant a new contract.
20 – Oscar Bobb (£50,000 p/w)
Oscar Bobb, calm and creative on the ball, matches Doku’s salary at £50,000 weekly. Signed until 2029, he’s part of the next wave of midfield creators.
19 – Nico González (£60,000 p/w)
González brings midfield composure and earns £60,000 per week. His long-term contract through 2029 reflects the club’s belief in his steady development.
18 – Stefan Ortega Moreno (£90,000 p/w)
Ortega is a reliable second-choice goalkeeper earning £90,000 per week. His performances in cup competitions have cemented his role as a dependable backup.
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17 – Ederson (£100,000 p/w)
A world-class goalkeeper on a surprisingly modest £100,000 weekly wage, Ederson remains a key figure in City's defensive unit. His contract ends in 2026.
16 – Matheus Nunes (£130,000 p/w)
Nunes, a box-to-box midfield option, earns £130,000 per week. He offers tactical flexibility and depth, with a deal lasting until 2028.
15 – Mateo Kovačić (£150,000 p/w)
Kovačić brings Champions League pedigree and stability to midfield, earning £150,000 per week. Signed through 2027, he remains a valuable senior figure.
14 – Kalvin Phillips (£150,000 p/w)
Phillips also earns £150,000 per week, though his minutes have been limited. His future at the club may depend on finding more consistent playing time.
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13 – Nathan Aké (£160,000 p/w)
Aké earns £160,000 weekly and continues to impress with his defensive intelligence and versatility. His contract runs until 2027.
12 – Manuel Akanji (£180,000 p/w)
Akanji has seamlessly adapted to Guardiola’s system and earns £180,000 per week. His composure and reliability have made him a key part of the defensive unit.
11 – Rúben Dias (£180,000 p/w)
Dias is the spiritual leader at the back and also earns £180,000 weekly. His presence brings calm and authority to the squad.
10 – Joško Gvardiol (£200,000 p/w)
Signed as a major defensive prospect, Gvardiol earns £200,000 per week. Already a starter, he looks set to lead the backline for years to come.
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9 – Rodri (£220,000 p/w)
Rodri is arguably City’s most consistent performer, anchoring midfield for £220,000 per week. His ability to control tempo and break up play is unmatched.
8 – Phil Foden (£225,000 p/w)
Foden, the pride of City’s academy, earns £225,000 weekly. As he continues to grow into a leadership role, his influence and value rise with every season.
7 – İlkay Gündoğan (£230,000 p/w)
Gündoğan is a calm, experienced head in midfield, earning £230,000 per week. Though approaching the end of his peak, he remains a big-game performer.
6 – Tijjani Reijnders (£230,000 p/w)
Reijnders matches Gündoğan’s earnings and is seen as a long-term midfield engine. With a contract through 2030, he's expected to be a central figure.
5 – John Stones (£250,000 p/w)
Stones earns £250,000 weekly and continues to impress as a hybrid defender-midfielder. His tactical evolution has made him indispensable under Guardiola.
4 – Omar Marmoush (£295,000 p/w)
Marmoush is one of the newest arrivals and already earns £295,000 per week. His pace and direct style bring something different to City's attack.
3 – Bernardo Silva (£300,000 p/w)
Silva earns £300,000 per week and is admired for his intelligence and versatility. Whether out wide or centrally, he remains a core piece of Guardiola’s plans.
2 – Jack Grealish (£300,000 p/w)
Grealish also brings in £300,000 per week. His ability to draw fouls and maintain possession is crucial in controlling City’s attacking rhythm.
1 – Erling Haaland (£525,000 p/w)
Haaland tops the wage rankings with an eye-watering £525,000 per week. With a long-term deal until 2034 and bonus clauses worth millions, he is City’s most valuable and marketable asset—both on and off the pitch.
