The World’s Top 5 Footballers With the Highest Salary in 2022 by RANKED
1. Kylian Mbappé (PSG) – $128 Million
With $128 million in total earnings, Kylian Mbappé is the highest-paid player in the league as of 2022. The 23-year-old PSG striker makes $110 million a year in on-field compensation and another $18 million in sponsorships, according to Forbes. Kylian Mbappé has put up remarkable numbers this season for PSG, scoring 11 goals in 11 games across all competitions.
2. Lionel Messi (PSG) – $120 Million
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With total earnings of €$120 million in 2022, Lionel Messi is second among the highest-paid athletes. The PSG attacker, 35, makes $55 million from endorsements in addition to his $65 million pay on the field. In 12 games across all competitions this season, Lionel Messi has scored seven goals and provided eight assists for PSG.
3. Cristiano Ronaldo (Manchester Utd) – $100 Million
Cristiano Ronaldo ranks as the third highest-paid footballer in 2022 with total earnings of $100 million, despite not seeing more playing time this season. The 37-year-old Manchester United striker makes $60 million from sponsorships in addition to his $40 million wage on the field.
4. Neymar (PSG) – $87 Million
With a total income of €87 million, Neymar ranks as the fourth-highest-paid football player in the world in 2022. The 30-year-old PSG attacker makes $55 million in on-field compensation and $32 million in sponsorship fees.
5. Erling Haaland (Manchester City) – $39 Million
Erling Haaland joins the list of top footballers earning the greatest salaries in 2022, moving up to sixth place with total earnings of $39 million. The 22-year-old Manchester City striker makes $4 million in sponsorship money in addition to his $35 million pay on the field, making him the highest-paid player for Manchester City.