The 11 Highest-Paid English Footballers Playing Abroad in 2025 – Ranked

July 23, 2025 Rasmus Kristensen

Once upon a time, the Premier League was the final destination for every ambitious English footballer. But in 2025, that landscape has changed. Big wages, new challenges, and global spotlights have drawn some of England’s top talents overseas. Here are the 11 highest-paid English players earning big checks outside the UK — starting from No. 11 and working our way to the top.

11. Jobe Bellingham – £70,000 per week

After impressing in the Championship with Sunderland, Jobe Bellingham made a bold move to Borussia Dortmund — just like his older brother Jude once did. The young midfielder is determined to carve out his own legacy in Germany. At just 19, he’s already earning a solid £70,000 per week at one of Europe’s top talent factories.

10. Ruben Loftus-Cheek – £83,256 per week

Ruben Loftus-Cheek traded the Premier League for Serie A in 2023, joining AC Milan in search of a more prominent role. The former Chelsea man has brought experience and versatility to Milan’s midfield. His weekly wage of over £83k reflects his importance to the Italian giants.

9. Dele Alli – £90,234 per week

Dele Alli’s career has taken plenty of twists, but the former England star is now part of Cesc Fabregas’ ambitious project at Como. Despite a rocky Serie A debut, he’s still picking up over £90k per week. The Italian adventure may be his last shot at a true comeback.

8. Scott McTominay – £90,234 per week

Scott McTominay left Manchester United to join Napoli, and it’s a move that’s paid off. The Scottish midfielder has become a key part of Napoli’s engine room. With a wage just over £90k per week, he's thriving under the pressure of Serie A’s title race.

7. Tammy Abraham – £93,642 per week

After a tough spell at Roma, Tammy Abraham is now on loan at Besiktas and aiming to rebuild his career. The English striker has had his highs and lows, but the talent is still there. At nearly £94k per week, he remains a big-money asset outside England.

6. Conor Gallagher – £146,062 per week

Forced to leave Chelsea for financial reasons, Gallagher has become a fan favorite at Atletico Madrid. Nicknamed "The Pitbull" by Diego Simeone, he’s brought grit and drive to the Spanish side’s midfield. His new role comes with a handsome weekly paycheck of over £146k.

5. Marcus Rashford – £166,626 per week

Rashford’s loan to Barcelona gave him the fresh start he badly needed. Once out of favor at Manchester United, he now lines up alongside the likes of Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal. With a salary north of £166k per week, he's proving there’s life after Old Trafford.

4. Trent Alexander-Arnold – £240,000 per week

sbonsi / Shutterstock.com — Trent Alexander-Arnold

Trent’s long-anticipated move to Real Madrid finally happened, and he's making the most of it. Now earning £240k per week, the right-back arrived ahead of the Club World Cup and was unveiled with fluent Spanish. The Bernabéu seems like the perfect new home for Liverpool’s academy gem.

3. Jude Bellingham – £338,053 per week

Jude Bellingham has become the centerpiece of Real Madrid's midfield and arguably the face of English football abroad. Since joining in 2023, he’s dazzled fans with maturity beyond his years. At just 22, his weekly wage of over £338k ranks him among the elite in world football.

2. Harry Kane – £405,729 per week

England’s all-time top scorer has taken the Bundesliga by storm with Bayern Munich. Kane’s consistency in front of goal justifies his jaw-dropping £405k weekly wage. He’s chasing trophies in Germany while remaining one of the most feared strikers in the world.

1. Ivan Toney – £414,006 per week

Topping the list is Ivan Toney, who shocked many by joining Saudi side Al-Ahli. The former Brentford star is now the highest-paid English player on the planet. At £414k per week, the move may have raised eyebrows — but his bank account certainly isn’t complaining.