The 50 Highest-Paid Players in the Bundesliga – Ranked from Lowest to Higest
Some Bundesliga clubs continue to punch above their weight—delivering strong performances despite operating with significantly smaller wage budgets than their European counterparts. In a league known for developing talent and smart recruitment, financial disparities between clubs remain striking.
From breakout stars earning under £4 million a year to global icons like Harry Kane sitting atop the salary pyramid, we’ve taken a detailed look at what the Bundesliga’s biggest names take home. Here’s the full ranking of the 50 highest-paid players in the German top flight—starting from the bottom and climbing all the way to number one.
50. Deniz Undav – £74,718 per week / £3,885,320 per year
A sharp finisher and hard worker, Deniz Undav has made his mark in the Bundesliga. His salary reflects both his consistent scoring and growing influence.
49. Lutsharel Geertruida – £78,024 per week / £4,057,236 per year
The Dutch defender combines physical strength with ball-playing ability. Geertruida’s wages align with his role as a rising star in the league.
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48. Nico Schlotterbeck – £78,024 per week / £4,057,236 per year
A reliable presence in Borussia Dortmund’s backline, Nico Schlotterbeck ranks 50th on the Bundesliga wage list. His defensive versatility earns him just over £4 million annually.
47. Alex García – £78,024 per week / £4,057,236 per year
Alex García plays a key midfield role and sits alongside Schlotterbeck in weekly pay. His calm presence and passing range have justified his spot among the league’s best-paid.
46. Alassane Pléa – £78,024 per week / £4,057,236 per year
A consistent contributor in the final third, Alassane Pléa is rewarded with a salary reflecting his attacking experience. He remains one of Gladbach’s top earners.
45. Lovro Majer – £82,652 per week / £4,297,920 per year
The Croatian playmaker brings flair and technique to the Bundesliga. His creative spark has earned him a salary just above the £4.2 million mark.
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44. Julian Ryerson – £82,652 per week / £4,297,920 per year
The Norwegian full-back has become a regular starter for Dortmund. His solid defensive showings have secured him a competitive wage in the league.
43. Eric Dier – £82,652 per week / £4,297,920 per year
Having arrived from the Premier League, Eric Dier brings leadership and experience. His £4.3 million salary matches his status as a seasoned professional.
42. Karim Adeyemi – £82,652 per week / £4,297,920 per year
A promising attacking talent, Karim Adeyemi earns well as one of Germany’s brightest young forwards. His pace and potential are reflected in his wages.
41. Castello Lukeba – £82,652 per week / £4,297,920 per year
The French defender has shown composure beyond his years. Lukeba’s salary aligns with his rising profile in the Bundesliga.
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40. Exequiel Palacios – £82,652 per week / £4,297,920 per year
A central figure for Bayer Leverkusen, Palacios provides consistency in midfield. His salary underscores his importance to the team’s structure.
39. Edmond Tapsoba – £82,652 per week / £4,297,920 per year
One of the most reliable center-backs in Germany, Tapsoba is rewarded with a substantial wage. His performances remain vital for Leverkusen’s ambitions.
38. Maximilian Arnold – £90,918 per week / £4,727,712 per year
A Wolfsburg veteran, Arnold has been a midfield mainstay for years. His leadership and loyalty have translated into a solid wage packet.
37. Péter Gulácsi – £92,571 per week / £4,813,670 per year
The Hungarian goalkeeper continues to be a steady last line of defense. His salary reflects his experience and dependable performances for RB Leipzig.
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36. Benjamin Sesko – £93,562 per week / £4,865,245 per year
The young Slovenian striker is already earning big. Sesko’s combination of size and skill has made him a standout talent with a wage to match.
35. Loïs Openda – £93,562 per week / £4,865,245 per year
Openda’s explosive pace and eye for goal have made an immediate impact. His salary places him among the league’s most exciting attacking players.
34. Alejandro Grimaldo – £99,183 per week / £5,157,504 per year
Grimaldo has seamlessly adapted to Bundesliga life, contributing both goals and assists. His pay grade reflects his dual-threat capabilities from the back.
33. Felix Nmecha – £99,183 per week / £5,157,504 per year
A rising midfield presence, Nmecha has become a key part of Dortmund’s engine room. His pay mirrors his growing importance to the squad.
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32. Patrik Schick – £99,183 per week / £5,157,504 per year
The Czech striker remains a top finisher in the league. Schick’s goal-scoring prowess is well-compensated with over £5 million a year.
31. Xavi Simons – £99,183 per week / £5,157,504 per year
One of the most exciting prospects in Europe, Xavi Simons combines flair and footballing IQ. His salary reflects his elite potential and market value.
30. Yussuf Poulsen – £109,101 per week / £5,673,254 per year
A loyal servant for Leipzig, Poulsen continues to be rewarded for his years of service. His physicality and work ethic keep him among the better-paid strikers in the Bundesliga.
29. Lukas Klostermann – £109,101 per week / £5,673,254 per year
Klostermann’s tactical flexibility and defensive reliability make him a valuable asset. Leipzig reward him with a wage just above the £5.6 million mark.
28. Josip Stanišić – £109,101 per week / £5,673,254 per year
The Croatian full-back continues to grow in stature. His wage reflects his progress and growing responsibilities within his squad.
27. Willi Orbán – £109,101 per week / £5,673,254 per year
Leipzig’s defensive leader, Orbán has earned his reputation with consistency and leadership. His salary matches his vital role at the heart of defense.
26. Julian Brandt – £115,713 per week / £6,017,088 per year
Brandt’s creativity and vision have been central to Dortmund’s attack. His impressive performances are rewarded with a salary over £6 million annually.
25. Marcel Sabitzer – £123,978 per week / £6,446,880 per year
The Austrian international brings experience and versatility to midfield. Sabitzer’s technical skills and engine make him a high earner in the Bundesliga.
24. David Raum – £124,805 per week / £6,489,859 per year
Known for his pace and left-footed deliveries, Raum continues to shine. His salary reflects both potential and performance as a top-tier wing-back.
23. Matthias Ginter – £124,805 per week / £6,489,859 per year
A seasoned Bundesliga defender, Ginter offers stability and experience. His consistent performances have secured him a solid annual income.
22. Benjamin Henrichs – £124,805 per week / £6,489,859 per year
Capable of playing in multiple defensive roles, Henrichs is a reliable performer. His versatility is well-compensated with over £6.4 million a year.
21. Emre Can – £132,244 per week / £6,876,672 per year
A leader both on and off the pitch, Can anchors Dortmund’s midfield. His salary reflects his top-level experience and defensive presence.
20. Raphaël Guerreiro – £132,244 per week / £6,876,672 per year
One of the most technically gifted defenders in Germany, Guerreiro’s creative flair justifies his high wages. He’s a consistent contributor from the back.
19. Nordi Mukiele – £138,856 per week / £7,220,505 per year
The French right-back brings athleticism and intensity. His salary puts him firmly among the league’s best-compensated defenders.
18. Konrad Laimer – £148,774 per week / £7,736,256 per year
Laimer’s tireless running and defensive grit make him indispensable. His salary signals his growing influence since joining Bayern.
17. Gregor Kobel – £148,774 per week / £7,736,256 per year
One of the Bundesliga’s top shot-stoppers, Kobel’s reflexes and command of the box are elite. Dortmund pay him accordingly as their first-choice goalkeeper.
16. Serhou Guirassy – £155,882 per week / £8,077,536 per year
Guirassy exploded onto the scene with an outstanding scoring run. His new contract reflects his status as one of the league’s top strikers.
15. João Palhinha – £165,305 per week / £8,595,840 per year
A defensive midfield enforcer, Palhinha made a big impact after arriving from the Premier League. His powerful style and ball-winning ability are highly valued.
14. Niklas Süle – £165,305 per week / £8,595,840 per year
Süle remains a central figure in Dortmund’s defense. His strong physical presence and passing range earn him one of the league’s top defensive salaries.
13. Dayot Upamecano – £165,305 per week / £8,595,840 per year
Upamecano’s athleticism and tackling are key to Bayern’s high line. His earnings reflect his central role in their defensive setup.
12. Min-jae Kim – £198,366 per week / £10,315,008 per year
The South Korean star made an instant impression after his move from Napoli. His dominant displays command a hefty salary, breaking the £10 million mark.
11. Leon Goretzka – £214,896 per week / £11,174,592 per year
A box-to-box powerhouse, Goretzka combines athleticism with technical quality. Bayern reward his consistency and leadership with one of the league’s higher wages.
10. Michael Olise – £223,161 per week / £11,604,384 per year
Olise joined the Bundesliga with high expectations and a flair-filled playing style. His creative output and dribbling skills have earned him a substantial paycheck.
9. Alphonso Davies – £247,957 per week / £12,893,760 per year
The Canadian speedster is one of the most exciting full-backs in world football. His explosive runs and attacking threat are reflected in his elite-level salary.
8. Thomas Müller – £247,957 per week / £12,893,760 per year
A Bayern legend and one-club icon, Müller continues to deliver on the pitch. His years of service and tactical intelligence are rewarded with a high salary.
7. Leroy Sané – £247,957 per week / £12,893,760 per year
Sané’s combination of pace, flair, and technical brilliance make him a nightmare for defenders. His salary reflects his role as a key attacking weapon for Bayern.
6. Kingsley Coman – £281,018 per week / £14,612,928 per year
Coman’s consistency and ability to perform in big games secure his top-tier wage. His match-winning moments have made him a valued asset.
5. Jamal Musiala – £311,930 per week / £16,220,350 per year
The teenage sensation is already one of Europe’s top playmakers. Bayern have moved swiftly to tie him down with a lucrative long-term deal.
4. Serge Gnabry – £311,930 per week / £16,220,350 per year
With his ability to play across the front line, Gnabry’s dynamic style brings unpredictability. He’s one of Bayern’s highest earners, and rightly so.
3. Joshua Kimmich – £330,000 per week / £17,191,680 per year
Fresh off a contract extension, Kimmich is the heartbeat of Bayern’s midfield. His leadership and consistency place him in the top three earners.
2. Manuel Neuer – £347,140 per week / £18,051,264 per year
A goalkeeping icon, Neuer remains a cornerstone for both club and country. His elite status and longevity earn him one of the top salaries in the league.
1. Harry Kane – £413,262 per week / £21,489,600 per year
The most expensive man in the Bundesliga, Kane arrived with global superstar status. He tops the wage chart by a wide margin, reflecting his goal-scoring pedigree and market value.
