African footballers continue to dominate the global stage, not just with their talent but also with their massive earnings. With the rise of the Saudi Pro League and lucrative contracts in Europe, African stars are securing some of the biggest paychecks in football. From Premier League veterans to recent high-profile moves to Saudi Arabia, these players are earning staggering weekly wages.
This ranking lists the highest-paid African footballers per week in 2025, reflecting their latest club changes and salaries. Scroll through to see who tops the list!
20. Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting 🇨🇲 – £112,769
The Cameroonian forward Move to Major League Soccer club New York Red Bulls. Born in Germany, he plays for the Cameroon national team.
19. Ismaël Bennacer 🇩🇿 – £113,446
The Algerian midfielder remains a pivotal figure for AC Milan, commanding a significant weekly wage.
18. Brahim Diaz 🇲🇦 – £117,000
After rejoining Real Madrid, the Moroccan-Spanish attacking midfielder has secured a substantial salary.
15. Amad Diallo 🇨🇮 – £120,000
The Ivorian winger, currently with Manchester United, earns a notable weekly wage, reflecting his potential and contributions.
15. André Onana 🇨🇲 – £120,000
Manchester United’s Cameroonian goalkeeper is among the highest-paid African shot-stoppers in Europe.
15. Idrissa Gueye 🇸🇳 – £120,000
The experienced Senegalese midfielder remains an important figure at Everton.
14. Abdoulaye Doucouré 🇲🇱 – £130,000
A key player for Everton, the Malian midfielder continues to impress in the Premier League.
13. Noussair Mazraoui 🇲🇦 – £135,000
The Moroccan right-back transferred to Manchester United in August 2024, reuniting with former manager Erik ten Hag.
12. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang 🇬🇦 – £160,000
The Gabonese forward remains among Africa’s top earners, currently playing for Olympique de Marseille.
10. Victor Osimhen 🇳🇬 – £161,000
The Nigerian striker is currently on a season-long loan at Galatasaray from Napoli, where he continues to showcase his goal-scoring prowess.
10. Yassine Bounou 🇲🇦 – £161,000
Bounou, one of Africa’s best goalkeepers, moved to Al Hilal after an impressive spell with Sevilla.
9. Edouard Mendy 🇸🇳 – £177,000
The Senegalese shot-stopper left Chelsea for Al Ahli, significantly increasing his earnings in the Saudi Pro League.
8. Inaki Williams 🇬🇭 £184,000
A consistent performer for Athletic Bilbao, Williams earns one of the highest salaries in La Liga among African players.
7. Thomas Partey 🇬🇭 – £200,000
The Ghanaian midfielder remains one of Arsenal’s highest earners, though injuries have limited his impact in recent seasons.
6. Franck Kessié 🇨🇮 – £225,000
After leaving Barcelona, Kessié secured a big-money move to Al Ahli in Saudi Arabia, boosting his earnings significantly.
5. Achraf Hakimi 🇲🇦 – £234,000
The Moroccan full-back has been a key player for Paris Saint-Germain, earning a handsome weekly salary in the French capital.
4. Mohamed Salah 🇪🇬 £350,000
Despite heavy interest from Saudi Arabia, Salah remains at Liverpool, where he is the highest-paid player at the club.
3. Kalidou Koulibaly 🇸🇳 – £559,000
The commanding Senegalese defender moved to Al Hilal from Chelsea and is now one of the highest earners among African players.
2. Sadio Mané 🇸🇳 – £644,000
Another star to take his talents to Saudi Arabia, Mané signed a lucrative deal with Al Nassr after leaving Bayern Munich.
1. Riyad Mahrez 🇩🇿 £840,000
The Algerian winger tops the list following his move to Al Ahli in the Saudi Pro League, where he enjoys an enormous paycheck after leaving Manchester City.
Note: Salaries are approximate and based on available data as of February 2025.
