The 20 Highest-Paid Footballers in Europe’s Top Leagues (2025) — Ranked from 20 to 1

19. Bernardo Silva – £300,000/week

Bernardo has been a creative pillar for Manchester City for years. Known for his intelligence and versatility, his salary reflects his continued value to Guardiola’s side.

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18. Bruno Fernandes – £300,000/week

The Manchester United captain signed a lucrative new deal early in the season. Though the manager has changed, his importance to the team hasn’t wavered.

17. Jamal Musiala – £303,463/week

Still just in his early 20s, Musiala is Bayern Munich’s crown jewel. His flair, control, and eye for goal have made him one of Europe’s most exciting young players.

16. Serge Gnabry – £303,463/week

Once written off in England, Gnabry has become a star in Germany. His pace and end product earn him one of the top wages at Bayern Munich.

15. Frenkie de Jong – £305,554/week

The Dutch midfielder’s wages were once the highest in Europe. Despite a reduction, he remains a key figure in Barcelona’s midfield engine room.

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14. Dušan Vlahović – £312,630/week

Juventus’ towering striker is the only Serie A player on the list. While his form has fluctuated, his goal-scoring potential keeps him among the top earners.

13. Joshua Kimmich – £321,636/week

Kimmich is Bayern’s brain in midfield, admired for his tactical sharpness. His ability to lead and play multiple roles justifies his hefty salary.

12. Jan Oblak – £334,983/week

Oblak has been a wall for Atletico Madrid for over a decade. The Slovenian is the highest-paid player in his squad and among the top-earning goalkeepers globally.

11. Vinicius Junior – £334,983/week

Explosive and entertaining, Vinicius is Real Madrid’s go-to winger. His pace and creativity are essential to their attack, and his pay reflects that.

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10. Jude Bellingham – £334,983/week

The English star took La Liga by storm in his debut season. Real Madrid rewarded his immediate impact with one of the league’s top salaries.

9. Manuel Neuer – £337,717/week

At 39, Neuer remains one of football’s highest-paid goalkeepers. A legend in his own right, his leadership and experience continue to hold value.

8. Casemiro – £350,000/week

Casemiro joined Manchester United after a trophy-laden spell with Real Madrid. Despite a recent decline, his wage reflects his decorated past and leadership.

7. Mohamed Salah – £350,000/week

Salah has etched his name into Premier League history books. Liverpool’s talisman remains one of the most consistent attackers in Europe.

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6. David Alaba – £361,840/week

Real Madrid secured Alaba with a major contract after his Bayern exit. A flexible defensive option, he’s still among the top-paid defenders despite injury setbacks.

5. Kevin De Bruyne – £400,000/week

One of the best midfielders of his generation, De Bruyne remains key to City’s success. Even with injuries creeping in, he continues to command a massive wage.

4. Harry Kane – £402,044/week

Kane’s switch to Bayern Munich came with silverware ambitions — and a fat paycheck. He’s delivering goals at record pace in the Bundesliga.

3. Kylian Mbappé – £502,556/week

Mbappé shocked the world by leaving PSG for Real Madrid — at half his old salary. Despite the cut, he remains one of the top-paid players in Europe.

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2. Erling Haaland – £525,000/week

City’s Norwegian phenomenon continues to score at a terrifying rate. His new long-term deal keeps him just shy of the top spot in weekly earnings.

1. Robert Lewandowski – £536,006/week

The Barcelona striker remains Europe’s top-paid footballer. Despite his age, Lewandowski’s elite goal-scoring ability keeps him at the summit of European wages.