In addition to their skill, African football players continue to rule the world stage because to their enormous salaries. African football players are earning some of the highest salaries in the sport thanks to the growth of the Saudi Pro League and lucrative contracts in Europe. These players, who range from Premier League stalwarts to recent high-profile transfers to Saudi Arabia, are making an incredible amount of money per week.
The highest-paid African football players by week in 2025 are listed here, taking into account their most recent club changes and earnings. See who is at the top of the list by scrolling through!
20. �🇲 – £112,769 Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting
The Cameroonian attacker joined the New York Red Bulls, a major league football team. He is a member of the Cameroon national team and was born in Germany.
19. £113,446 for Ismaël Bennacer 🇩🇿
Despite earning a substantial weekly salary, the Algerian midfielder continues to be a vital member of AC Milan.
18. £117,000 Brahim Diaz 🌲🌦
The Moroccan-Spanish offensive midfielder has guaranteed a high wage after returning to Real Madrid.
15. £120,000 for Amad Diallo 🌨🇮
Given his potential and contributions, the Ivorian winger, who is currently at Manchester United, receives a respectable weekly salary.
15. £120,000 for André Onana 🇨🇲
The Cameroonian goalie for Manchester United is one of the highest paid African goalkeepers in Europe.
15. £120,000 for Idrissa Gueye 🌸🇳
At Everton, the seasoned Senegalese midfielder continues to play a significant role.
14. £130,000 for Abdoulaye Doucouré 🌲🇱
The Malian midfielder is a vital member of Everton and keeps getting better in the Premier League.
13. £135,000 for Noussair Mazraoui 🌲🌦
In August 2024, the Moroccan right-back rejoined old manager Erik ten Hag at Manchester United.
12. Aubameyang Pierre-Emerick 🇬🇦 – £160,000
The Gabonese attacker, who plays for Olympique de Marseille, continues to rank among Africa’s highest paid players.
10. £161,000 for Victor Osimhen 🇳🇬
Currently on a season-long loan from Napoli to Galatasaray, the Nigerian striker is still showing off his goal-scoring abilities.
10. £161,000 for Yassine Bounou 🌲🇦
Following an outstanding stint with Sevilla, Bounou, one of Africa’s top goalkeepers, transferred to Al Hilal.
9. £177,000 for Edouard Mendy 🌸🇳
The Senegalese goalie’s salary in the Saudi Pro League increased dramatically after he left Chelsea for Al Ahli.
8. £184,000. Inaki Williams 🌬🌭
Williams, who consistently performs well for Athletic Bilbao, receives one of the highest salaries of any African player in La Liga.
7. £200,000 for Thomas Partey 🌬🇭
Despite injuries limiting his role in recent seasons, the Ghanaian midfielder is still among Arsenal’s top paid players.
6. £225,000 for Franck Kessié 🌨🇮
Following his departure from Barcelona, Kessié was able to gain a lucrative transfer to Al Ahli in Saudi Arabia, which greatly increased his income.
5. £234,000 for Achraf Hakimi 🌲🇦
The Moroccan full-back, who receives a respectable monthly income in the French capital, has been an important member of Paris Saint-Germain.
4. £350,000 for Mohamed Salah 🌪🇬
Salah is the highest-paid player at Liverpool and has remained there despite strong interest from Saudi Arabia.
3. £559,000 for Kalidou Koulibaly 🌸🇳
One of the most paid African players, the dominating Senegalese defender joined Al Hilal from Chelsea.
£244,000. Sadio Mané 🌸🇳
After departing Bayern Munich, Mané inked a lucrative contract with Al Nassr, becoming another celebrity to bring his skills to Saudi Arabia.
1. £840,000 for Riyad Mahrez 🌩🌿
After leaving Manchester City to join Al Ahli in the Saudi Pro League, where he earns a huge salary, the Algerian winger leads the list.
Note: As of February 2025, salaries are estimated and based on available data.
