Leicester City may not boast the biggest payroll in English football, but the club continues to punch above its weight. With a squad that blends experience and emerging talent, the Foxes remain competitive despite operating on a more modest wage structure compared to Premier League giants.
We’ve taken a closer look at the current Leicester squad and ranked the players from the lowest to the highest earners.
11. Oliver Skipp – £50,000 per week / £2,600,000 per year
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Recently brought in to add depth to the midfield, Oliver Skipp earns a solid wage for his role in the squad. Though not among the biggest names at the club, his salary reflects Premier League experience and versatility.
10. Wout Faes – £50,000 per week / £2,600,000 per year
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The Belgian center-back shares the same wage bracket as Skipp. Faes has become a reliable figure in Leicester’s back line, and his steady performances justify his earnings.
9. Jannik Vestergaard – £60,000 per week / £3,120,000 per year
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The Danish defender is among the more experienced players in the squad. Despite limited minutes at times, Vestergaard commands a respectable salary due to his Premier League pedigree.
8. Patson Daka – £75,000 per week / £3,900,000 per year
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Zambian forward Patson Daka remains a rotation option up front. His weekly wages reflect the potential Leicester saw when they brought him in as a long-term attacking threat.
7. Wilfred Ndidi – £75,000 per week / £3,900,000 per year
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Once seen as one of the Premier League’s top ball-winners, Ndidi’s wages match his importance to the Foxes in recent years. Injuries may have slowed him down, but his presence still carries value.
6. Conor Coady – £75,000 per week / £3,900,000 per year
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A summer signing with leadership qualities, Coady’s earnings mirror his experience and influence. The former Wolves captain adds stability to Leicester’s defensive setup.
5. Ricardo Pereira – £80,000 per week / £4,160,000 per year
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Still a key figure when fit, Ricardo brings attacking flair from the right flank. His wages place him among the higher earners, a nod to his contributions in past seasons.
4. Boubakary Soumaré – £80,000 per week / £4,160,000 per year
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The French midfielder remains a valuable squad option with physical presence and technical ability. His salary reflects Leicester’s investment and belief in his potential.
3. Harry Winks – £90,000 per week / £4,680,000 per year
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Winks has brought calmness and control to Leicester’s midfield. His move from Tottenham came with a top-level wage that underlines his experience and quality.
2. Odsonne Edouard – £90,000 per week / £4,680,000 per year
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Signed to boost the attack, Edouard’s salary matches the club’s ambitions. The French striker arrived with expectations, and his contract reflects his goal-scoring pedigree.
1. Jamie Vardy – £140,000 per week / £7,280,000 per year
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The club legend remains Leicester’s top earner by a wide margin. Even in the twilight of his career, Vardy’s iconic status and contributions continue to command the highest wage at the club.
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