10 Highest Paid English Football Players in the World

Much has been said about the amount of money that footballers earn over the years. Every year, it seems that elite footballers’ salaries grow more and more – but which English players earn the most money in 2025?

In this piece, we’ll look at the ten highest-paid English footballers in the world at the moment. They don’t all play in the Premier League – stars from La Liga, the Bundesliga and the Saudi Pro League will all feature in our list.

10. Reece James

One of Chelsea’s key players and an product of their academy’s own design, Reece James is among the highest-paid players in the Premier League. He earns a weekly salary of £250,000 a week at Chelsea – given his excellent displays this season, he is certainly worth the money.

9. Jadon Sancho

Jadon Sancho is a deeply divisive figure in football – some believe he is a misunderstood technical master, while others see him as an overrated flop who cannot perform in the Premier League. Whatever your opinions on the Aston Villa loanee are, he remains one of the highest-paid English players at the moment with a weekly salary of £250,000.

8. John Stones

What a career John Stones has had. After being unfairly maligned in his early 20s for making a few isolated errors, he swiftly progressed into one of the best defenders in the world. Now, he is one of Manchester City’s most important and celebrated players – his weekly earnings of £250,000 certainly reflect this.

7. Mason Mount

Mason Mount’s move from Chelsea to Manchester United has largely been an unfortunate one – this is only further compounded when his mammoth salary is taken into account. Currently, Mount is earning £250,000 a week at Old Trafford.

6. Trent Alexander-Arnold

Trent Alexander-Arnold was the subject of widespread ire following his move from Liverpool to Real Madrid on a free transfer. Liverpool fans were incensed that a player would have the temerity to leave them for more money – but ultimately, football is a business. Alexander-Arnold’s time at Madrid has been underwhelming so far, in contrast to his weekly salary of £277,766.

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