Football management has become as lucrative as playing, with top coaches earning staggering salaries for their tactical brilliance and ability to deliver silverware. In 2025, clubs are sparing no expense to secure the best managers, ensuring they stay competitive on both domestic and international fronts.
Here’s a look at the 15 highest-paid football managers in 2025, ranked from lowest to highest, along with their weekly earnings.
15. Arne Slot (Liverpool) – £6.4m per year (£123,000 per week)
Arne Slot stepped into the Liverpool job with the massive challenge of succeeding Jürgen Klopp. The Dutch coach, known for his attacking football, is earning £6.4 million annually. With a weekly wage of £123,000, Slot is tasked with keeping Liverpool among Europe’s elite.
14. Rúben Amorim (Manchester United) – £6.7m per year (£129,000 per week)
Rúben Amorim arrived at Manchester United with high expectations. His tactical discipline and ability to develop young players made him an attractive choice for the Red Devils. His £6.7 million salary, equating to £129,000 per week, reflects United’s trust in his long-term vision.
13. Vincent Kompany (Bayern Munich) – £7.8m per year (£150,000 per week)
Vincent Kompany’s rise in management has been rapid, landing him the Bayern Munich job. The former Manchester City captain has impressed with his tactical approach and leadership. Bayern are paying him £7.8 million per year, which means he takes home £150,000 weekly.
12. Laurent Blanc (Al Ittihad) – £8.3m per year (£160,000 per week)
The Saudi Pro League has become a lucrative destination for top coaches, and Laurent Blanc’s move to Al Ittihad is no exception. His £8.3 million salary puts him among the world’s best-paid managers, earning £160,000 per week.
11. Unai Emery (Aston Villa) – £8.3m per year (£160,000 per week)
Unai Emery has transformed Aston Villa into a serious force in English football. His ability to compete with bigger clubs has earned him an £8.3 million contract, giving him a weekly wage of £160,000. Villa’s faith in Emery is clear as they continue to grow under his leadership.
10. Carlo Ancelotti (Real Madrid) – £8.3m per year (£160,000 per week)
Carlo Ancelotti remains one of the most respected managers in world football. The Real Madrid boss earns £8.3 million per year, with a weekly paycheck of £160,000. His wealth of experience continues to guide Madrid toward more success.
9. Jorge Jesus (Al Hilal) – £8.6m per year (£165,000 per week)
Jorge Jesus has been a key figure in Middle Eastern football, and his £8.6 million salary at Al Hilal is a reflection of that. His weekly earnings stand at £165,000, making him one of the highest-paid managers outside Europe.
8. José Mourinho (Fenerbahçe) – £9.2m per year (£177,000 per week)
José Mourinho remains a big name in football management. His move to Fenerbahçe came with a lucrative contract worth £9.2 million per year, translating to a weekly wage of £177,000. The Portuguese coach is looking to bring silverware to the Turkish giants.
7. Matthias Jaissle (Al Ahli) – £9.6m per year (£185,000 per week)
Matthias Jaissle is one of the younger managers on this list, but his talents have not gone unnoticed. His £9.6 million salary at Al Ahli, with weekly earnings of £185,000, shows the Saudi Pro League’s commitment to attracting top managerial talent.
6. Luis Enrique (Paris Saint-Germain) – £9.6m per year (£185,000 per week)
Luis Enrique continues his role at Paris Saint-Germain, tasked with delivering the club’s first Champions League title. His £9.6 million annual salary means he earns £185,000 per week, making him one of the best-paid managers in Europe.
5. David Moyes (Everton) – £12.5m per year (£240,000 per week)
David Moyes’ return to Everton came with a massive pay rise. The Scottish manager is now earning £12.5 million per year, pocketing £240,000 every week. Everton sees him as the man to stabilize the club and push for European football.
4. Stefano Pioli (Al Nassr) – £15.5m per year (£298,000 per week)
After a successful stint at AC Milan, Stefano Pioli made the switch to Saudi Arabia, joining Al Nassr. His contract earns him £15.5 million annually, which equates to £298,000 per week. The Saudi club’s ambitions are clear with the salaries they are offering.
3. Mikel Arteta (Arsenal) – £15.6m per year (£300,000 per week)
Mikel Arteta has firmly established himself as one of the top managers in the game. His work at Arsenal has been rewarded with a £15.6 million annual contract, meaning he takes home £300,000 weekly. The Gunners see him as their long-term leader but maybe the fans are already seeing him as a coach that win games not trophies.
2. Pep Guardiola (Manchester City) – £20.7m per year (£398,000 per week)
Pep Guardiola remains one of the highest-paid managers in football, with a yearly salary of £20.7 million. His weekly earnings of £398,000 reflect his importance to Manchester City, as he continues to dominate English and European football with his tactical genius. He does reflects in his tittle wins.
1. Diego Simeone (Atlético Madrid) – £25.9m per year (£498,000 per week)
Diego Simeone once again tops the list as the highest-paid football coach in the world. The Atlético Madrid boss earns an astonishing £25.9 million per year, which translates to a weekly salary of £498,000. His defensive approach and leadership have made Atlético one of Europe’s most consistent teams, and his salary reflects his immense influence.
