The 15 Highest-Paid Strikers in World Football – Ranked from Lowest to Highest
Strikers are the superstars of football, often the difference between winning and losing. As such, the world's best forwards are rewarded with enormous paychecks – and in 2025, some are earning staggering weekly wages. Here's a breakdown of the 15 highest-paid strikers on the planet, starting from number 15 and working our way to the top.
15. Gabriel Jesus – Arsenal (£265,000-per-week)
Brazilian forward Gabriel Jesus is one of Arsenal’s most reliable attacking threats. With his £265,000-per-week wage, he rounds off the list of the world’s top-earning strikers.
14. Lautaro Martinez – Inter Milan (£269,323-per-week)
Inter Milan’s captain and talisman, Lautaro Martinez has steadily risen through the ranks to become one of Serie A’s most prolific scorers. His consistent performances are rewarded with a hefty weekly wage just under £270,000.
13. Kai Havertz – Arsenal (£280,000-per-week)
Though often deployed in multiple roles, Kai Havertz is listed here as a striker and earns handsomely for his efforts. Arsenal trust in his versatility and goal threat, paying him £280,000 every week.
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12. Omar Marmoush – Manchester City (£295,000-per-week)
A newer face in Manchester City’s star-studded lineup, Omar Marmoush has quickly risen to prominence. The Egyptian attacker is compensated accordingly, banking £295,000 per week.
11. Roberto Firmino – Al-Ahli (£306,967-per-week)
Following his successful stint at Liverpool, Roberto Firmino made the move to Saudi Arabia. At Al-Ahli, he earns just over £306,000 a week as he continues to showcase his technical brilliance.
10. Dusan Vlahovic – Juventus (£314,076-per-week)
The Serbian striker has become Juventus' key offensive figure and recently earned an improved contract. At 25, Vlahovic is still ascending and his weekly wage reflects both his talent and potential.
9. Jhon Duran – Al-Nassr (£322,000-per-week)
Jhon Duran’s career has skyrocketed after leaving Aston Villa for Al-Nassr. Now earning £322,000 weekly, the young Colombian has gone from backup striker to one of the world's best-paid forwards.
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8. Aleksandar Mitrovic – Al Hilal (£403,904-per-week)
After a stellar run at Fulham, Mitrovic shocked many by joining Al Hilal in his prime. His £403,904-per-week salary certainly helps explain the decision, and his goal tally in Saudi Arabia backs it up.
7. Harry Kane – Bayern Munich (£403,904-per-week)
Matching Mitrovic’s wage is England captain Harry Kane, who left Tottenham to chase trophies in Germany. Though Bayern Munich endured a rare titleless season, Kane thrived individually with a mountain of goals and assists.
6. Ivan Toney – Al-Ahli (£412,143-per-week)
Ivan Toney’s journey from League One to elite earnings has been remarkable. Now at Al-Ahli, the English striker is rewarded with £412,143 per week as he nears the peak of his career.
5. Kylian Mbappe – Real Madrid (£502,253-per-week)
Despite taking a pay cut to join Real Madrid, Kylian Mbappe remains one of the top earners in football. The French superstar leaves behind a record-breaking spell at PSG and now brings his electric pace to Spain.
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4. Erling Haaland – Manchester City (£525,000-per-week)
Erling Haaland has shattered scoring records since arriving at Manchester City. With a weekly wage of £525,000, the Norwegian powerhouse remains a bargain given his impact and silverware haul.
3. Robert Lewandowski – Barcelona (£538,484-per-week)
Even after leaving Bayern Munich in his 30s, Lewandowski continues to dominate with Barcelona. The Polish striker earns just under £540,000 weekly and has played a key role in their recent success.
2. Karim Benzema – Al-Ittihad (£1,607,211-per-week)
Karim Benzema’s move to Al-Ittihad came with a staggering salary exceeding £1.6 million per week. Though he had a slow start in Saudi Arabia, his form has improved and his goal tally is impressive.
1. Cristiano Ronaldo – Al-Nassr (£3,231,230-per-week)
Cristiano Ronaldo tops the list by a mile, earning a jaw-dropping £3.2 million each week. The all-time leading goalscorer in football history continues to shine in the Saudi Pro League and break records at 39.Værktøjer
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