Manchester City salaries for 2025/26: from lowest to highest paid

October 15, 2025 Aksel Kryhlmand

Manchester City are one of the richest and most dominant clubs in world football. With success comes spending power, and their wage bill reflects the elite talent that powers Pep Guardiola's squad. From Champions League winners to rising stars, the payroll tells a story of a team built to compete on every front.

This gallery ranks the 15 highest-paid Manchester City players for the 2025/26 season, ordered from lowest to highest weekly gross salary, all listed in euros. Details include contract lengths, expiration dates, and bonus estimates.

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15. Matheus Nunes

Matheus Nunes earns €150,781 per week, totalling just under €7.84 million per year. The Portuguese midfielder joined City from Wolves in 2023 and has become a valuable rotation player. Now 27 years old, Nunes adds drive and verticality in midfield. Though not always a starter, his work rate and ball-carrying ability make him a useful option in Guardiola's deep squad. His contract runs until 2028.

14. Kalvin Phillips

Phillips takes home €173,978 weekly (€9.05m per year), despite struggling for minutes since his 2022 transfer from Leeds. Injuries and tactical mismatches have hindered his progress, but he remains a capable holding midfielder. With his deal running until 2027, his future at the club remains uncertain unless he secures a more consistent role.

13. Mateo Kovacic

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The Croatian international also earns €173,978 per week. Kovacic, signed from Chelsea in 2023, provides composure, ball retention, and experience. A dependable option in midfield, his ability to control tempo suits Guardiola's style. At 31, his contract also runs until 2027, making him a reliable squad figure for the next two seasons.

12. Nathan Aké

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Nathan Aké earns €185,576 per week, or just under €9.65m annually. The Dutch centre-back has grown into a key defender, offering versatility across the back line. Now 30 years old, he continues to play a valuable role both as a starter and as cover in multiple defensive positions. His current deal expires in 2027.

11. Rayan Cherki

One of the most exciting young talents in Europe, Rayan Cherki earns €208,773 per week. The 22-year-old Frenchman joined in 2025 and is viewed as a long-term project with elite potential. Although not yet a regular starter, his flair and creativity promise big things. He's under contract until 2030.

10. Josko Gvardiol

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Gvardiol brings strength and calm to City's back line. At €231,970 per week, the Croatian defender earns over €12m annually. Aged just 23, he has already shown maturity beyond his years. His left-footed profile makes him a key tactical piece. His contract runs through to 2028.

9. Rodri

Rodri is the anchor of City's midfield and one of Guardiola's most trusted lieutenants. He earns €255,167 weekly, with a gross annual salary of over €13.2m. A master of positioning and passing, the 29-year-old Spaniard signed his current deal in 2022, lasting until 2027.

8. Phil Foden

City's homegrown star earns €260,966 per week. Phil Foden, 25, has evolved into one of the most influential attackers in the squad. Scoring goals, creating chances and pressing with intensity, he represents the future of City. His deal is valid until 2027, and many expect a renewal soon.

7. Tijjani Reijnders

Dutch midfielder Reijnders joined City in 2025 and already earns €266,766 a week. A key figure in midfield rotations, his calm under pressure and eye for a pass have impressed. At 27, he is in his prime, with a contract running until 2030. His salary suggests City see him as a long-term asset.

6. Rúben Dias

Dias is the defensive leader at City. Earning €289,963 per week, the Portuguese centre-back is vital to the club's structure. Powerful in duels and vocal in organisation, he remains a mainstay under Guardiola. His contract runs through 2029.

5. Gianluigi Donnarumma

Signed in 2025, Donnarumma immediately slotted in as the club's new No. 1 goalkeeper. Matching Dias's salary at €289,963 per week, the Italian international brings world-class shot-stopping and presence. At 26, he's signed until 2030 and is seen as a long-term solution in goal.

4. John Stones

Stones earns the same as Dias and Donnarumma. Now 31, he blends defensive intelligence with progressive ball carrying. Though injuries have occasionally limited his minutes, he's still a key tactical figure for City. His current contract expires in 2026.

3. Omar Marmoush

The Egyptian forward joined in 2023 and has become a regular contributor in attack. With a weekly wage of €342,156, Marmoush earns nearly €17.8m annually. Versatile and hardworking, he’s grown into one of the surprises of recent windows. His deal runs until 2029.

2. Bernardo Silva

Bernardo Silva is a City legend. The Portuguese midfielder earns €347,955 per week (€18m/year) and remains a technician of the highest level. At 31, he's still decisive in big matches, though he now rotates more often. His contract expires in 2026, with a release clause of nearly €58m.

1. Erling Haaland

No surprise here. Erling Haaland is Manchester City's top earner by far, with an eye-watering €608,982 per week — over €31.6m annually. The Norwegian striker is the face of the club's attack and one of the most feared forwards in world football. At 25, his contract runs until 2034. The numbers speak for themselves.