The Premier League is known for its incredibly talented and highly paid players. While it’s no secret that soccer players make substantial amounts of money, the exact figures can be staggering. The French newspaper L’Equipe recently released a list of the top five highest-earning players in the Premier League. Let’s take a closer look at who made the cut.
Kevin De Bruyne takes the top spot
At the top of the list is Kevin De Bruyne, who currently earns £425,000 per week after agreeing to a new deal with Manchester City until 2025. De Bruyne has played for Manchester City since 2015 and has won numerous awards during his time at the club, including four Premier League titles. He’s considered one of the best midfielders in the world, and his pay reflects that.
Newcomer Erling Haaland secures second place
Joining De Bruyne on Manchester City’s payroll is Erling Haaland, who earns more than £400,000 per week in his debut season in the Premier League. Haaland made headlines when he joined Manchester City from Borussia Dortmund for an eye-watering fee of €100 million. The young striker has quickly become a top scorer for the club and shows no signs of slowing down.
David de Gea renegotiates contract but maintains third position
David de Gea has been Manchester United’s goalkeeper for over a decade and currently earns above £400,000 per week. However, he’s renegotiating his contract and is expected to take a pay cut to remain at Old Trafford. Despite negotiations still ongoing, de Gea maintains his third spot on the list of highest paid Premier League players.
Mohamed Salah and Jadon Sancho tie for fourth place
Liverpool’s Mo Salah is the only non-Manchester-based player in the top five earners, earning £373,750 per week after signing a new contract keeping him at Anfield until 2025. Salah is Liverpool’s top goalscorer in the Premier League and holds the record for most goals in a 38-game season.
Jadon Sancho of Manchester United is tied with Salah for fourth place, despite only starting two Premier League games since October. Sancho transferred from Borussia Dortmund in 2021 but has yet to prove himself consistently in England. However, he still earns the same wage as Salah, making him one of the biggest earners in the league.
Conclusion
The Premier League’s top earners command huge salaries that some people might find excessive. However, these players are highly skilled and have worked hard to achieve their success. Their pay reflects their talent and what they bring to their clubs. But it’s also important to remember that they have a short career span and need to make enough money to support themselves for life after soccer.
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