Cristiano Ronaldo (Portugal, Al Nassr): At 38 years old, the Portuguese superstar can no longer meet the intensity of continuous top-level tournaments. However, that does not reduce Ronaldo's ability to earn money. The contract with Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr further helps this striker consolidate his No. 1 position on the list of the highest-earning players in the world. In addition to the $200 million earned from playing, CR7's income from commercial contracts is about $60 million.
Lionel Messi (Argentina, Inter Miami): The superstar with 8 Golden Balls refused to go to Arabia despite being offered a salary not inferior to Ronaldo's. In the US, Messi earned 65 million USD from his contract with Inter Miami and 70 million USD from other income.
Neymar (Brazil, Al Hilal): In 2023, Neymar earned $80 million from contracts with PSG and Al Hilal, along with about $42 million from sponsorship and advertising deals. The Brazilian player is currently out of action for a long time due to a serious injury.
Kylian Mbappe (France, PSG): The striker born in 1998 is the youngest in the top 5 highest-earning players in the world. PSG pays Mbappe $90 million. Off the pitch, he earns $20 million. The 25-year-old star decided to leave PSG after this season and his income will certainly increase significantly when he signs a contract with a new club - most likely Real Madrid.
Karim Benzema (France, Al Ittihad): After following his former teammate Ronaldo to Saudi Arabia, Benzema immediately entered the top 5 highest-paid and highest-earning players on the planet ($106 million). Benzema has scored 12 goals in 20 appearances for the Saudi Arabian team.
Erling Haaland (Norway, Man City): The youngest on the list is Haaland - he turns 24 this year. The Man City striker finished second in the vote for The Best (the best player of the year category) - only losing out to Messi because of extra expenses. Haaland will earn $58 million in 2023 - far less than the players above him.
Mohamed Salah (Egypt, Liverpool): Salah turned down an incredible salary in Saudi Arabia to stay at Liverpool for the 2023/24 season. The Egyptian star's income in 2023 is around $53 million.
Sadio Mane (Senegal, Al Nassr): After a forgettable season at Bayern Munich, Mane moved to Saudi Arabia. He was Ronaldo's teammate at Al Nassr. Mane's income ($52 million) is far less than the Portuguese superstar.
Kevin De Bruyne (Belgium, Man City): $39 million is the amount Kevin De Bruyne will earn in 2023. He has just returned from a long injury and immediately showed his class.
Harry Kane (England, Bayern Munich): The England captain's income in 2023 is $36 million. Moving to Germany will not significantly improve his income. However, the important thing that Kane is aiming for is the first title of his career.
Top 10 highest paid players in the world
1. Cristiano Ronaldo: 260 million USD
2. Lionel Messi: 135 million USD
3. Neymar: 112 million USD
4. Kylian Mbappe: $110 million
5. Karim Benzema: $106 million
6. Erling Haaland: $58 million
7. Mohamed Salah: $53 million
8. Sadio Mane: $52 million
9. Kevin De Bruyne: $39 million
10. Harry Kane: $36 million
Phuong Mai
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