The Bundesliga’s Highest-Paid Goalkeepers – Ranked from Lowest to Highest

February 15, 2025 Rasmus Kristensen

The Bundesliga is home to some of the best goalkeepers in the world, and their salaries reflect their importance on the pitch. Below is a ranking of the highest-paid goalkeepers in the German top flight, starting with the lowest and working up to the top earner.

15. Frederik Rønnow – £19,615 / £1,020,000

Frederik Rønnow has been a reliable presence between the posts for Union Berlin. Despite his solid performances, he remains one of the lowest-paid starting goalkeepers in the league, earning £1.02 million per year.

14. Pavao Pervan – £19,615 / £1,020,000

Pavao Pervan serves as a backup goalkeeper for VfL Wolfsburg. His wages are on par with Rønnow’s, reflecting his role as a secondary option rather than a first-choice starter.

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13. Maarten Vandevoordt – £21,538 / £1,122,000

Young Belgian goalkeeper Maarten Vandevoordt has been tipped as a future star. His current salary at RB Leipzig suggests he is still developing, but his potential could see him rise up the ranks.

12. Daniel Peretz – £24,519 / £1,275,000

Daniel Peretz, the Israeli goalkeeper for Bayern Munich, has a promising career ahead of him. His salary of £1.27 million per year reflects his status as a backup but also highlights Bayern’s investment in his future.

11. Kamil Grabara – £24,519 / £1,275,000

Kamil Grabara recently moved to the Bundesliga and has quickly made a name for himself. The Polish shot-stopper earns the same as Peretz, and his performances could lead to an even bigger contract in the future.

10. Robin Zentner – £29,423 / £1,530,000

Robin Zentner has been a key figure for Mainz 05, consistently delivering solid performances. His £1.53 million annual salary places him in the middle tier of Bundesliga goalkeepers.

9. Sven Ulreich – £32,692 / £1,700,000

Sven Ulreich has long been a dependable backup at Bayern Munich. Despite not being a regular starter, his experience and reliability earn him a respectable £1.7 million per year.

8. Lukáš Hrádecký – £42,500 / £2,210,000

Lukas Hradecky — Vitalii Vitleo / Shutterstock.com

Lukáš Hrádecký, the captain of Bayer Leverkusen, is one of the most experienced goalkeepers in the league. His £2.21 million salary reflects his leadership and crucial role in the squad.

7. Jonas Omlin – £49,038 / £2,550,000

Swiss international Jonas Omlin plays a vital role for Borussia Mönchengladbach. His £2.55 million annual salary underlines his importance as a first-choice goalkeeper.

6. Oliver Baumann – £57,212 / £2,975,000

Oliver Baumann has been Hoffenheim’s number one for years, providing consistency and leadership. His £2.98 million yearly salary makes him one of the better-paid goalkeepers in the league.

5. Alexander Nübel – £57,212 / £2,975,000

Alexander Nübel, on loan at VfB Stuttgart from Bayern Munich, earns the same as Baumann. His salary reflects Bayern’s long-term belief in his potential as a future number one.

4. Kevin Trapp – £57,212 / £2,975,000

Eintracht Frankfurt’s Kevin Trapp is one of the most experienced Bundesliga goalkeepers. His £2.98 million salary showcases his importance to the team, both as a leader and a shot-stopper.

3. Péter Gulácsi – £91,538 / £4,760,000

RB Leipzig’s Péter Gulácsi is among the best goalkeepers in the league, and his £4.76 million annual salary reflects that. Despite injury setbacks, he remains a crucial figure for the club.

2. Gregor Kobel – £147,115 / £7,650,000

Gregor Kobel has established himself as one of the best goalkeepers in the Bundesliga at Borussia Dortmund. His £7.65 million annual salary is a testament to his outstanding performances.

1. Manuel Neuer – £343,269 / £17,850,000

Manuel Neuer remains the undisputed top earner among Bundesliga goalkeepers. With an annual salary of £17.85 million, the Bayern Munich legend continues to be one of the highest-paid goalkeepers in the world.