The Highest-Paid Premier League Midfielders of 2024
The Premier League is known for its financial muscle, and this season is no exception. With profits soaring to nearly $1 billion, clubs are willing to break the bank to attract the best talent. In this article, we’ll take a look at the highest-paid midfielders in the Premier League, and what makes them worth every penny.
The Top Earners
Manchester United’s Casemiro takes the top spot, earning a staggering $23.2 million per year. The Brazilian midfielder has enjoyed a fruitful career, winning five Champions League titles with Real Madrid before making the move to Old Trafford in 2022.
Casemiro celebrates a goal for Manchester United
Arsenal’s Declan Rice comes in second, earning $15.9 million per year. The London-born midfielder has been a key player for the Gunners since making the move from West Ham in 2023.
Rice in action for Arsenal
Manchester City’s Rodri takes the third spot, earning $14.6 million per year. The Spanish midfielder has been instrumental in City’s success, winning four straight Premier League titles with the club.
Rodri celebrates a goal for Manchester City
The Rest of the List
The rest of the list is filled with talented midfielders from across the Premier League. Thomas Partey of Arsenal and Thiago Alcántara of Liverpool are tied for fourth, earning $13.2 million per year each.
Partey in action for Arsenal
Thiago celebrates a goal for Liverpool
Experience pays well in the Premier League, and these midfielders are no exception. With their talent and dedication, it’s no wonder they’re earning top dollar.
The Future of the Premier League
As the Premier League continues to grow in popularity and wealth, it will be interesting to see how these salaries change in the future. Will we see even more big-money moves? Only time will tell.
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In the meantime, let’s take a look at some of the other top earners in the Premier League. From defenders to forwards, we’ll explore the highest-paid players in each position.
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