The 2025 summer transfer window was one of the most extravagant in Premier League history, not just in terms of record-breaking transfer fees but also the staggering wages handed out to new arrivals.
Clubs at the top splashed out to secure marquee talents, while even mid-table sides flexed their financial muscle to lure players with lucrative contracts. From Liverpool’s ambitious rebuild to Manchester United’s attacking reinforcements and Arsenal’s big-money striker signing, the wage packets reflect just how competitive the league has become.
In this ranking, we count down the Top 15 highest-paid Premier League summer signings of 2025, breaking down their weekly wages, calculating their annual earnings, and examining what their salaries say about their importance to their new clubs.
15. Jorrel Hato — Chelsea
Weekly wage: £115,000 Annual salary: £5.98 million
Chelsea continued their focus on young talent with the signing of Dutch defender Jorrel Hato from Ajax. At just 18, he already commands a wage of £115k per week—an enormous figure for his age, reflecting both his potential and Chelsea’s long-term commitment to him.
While not among the league’s very top earners, Hato’s deal shows Chelsea’s willingness to invest heavily in youth and secure them early with lucrative contracts.
14. Samuel Chukwueze — Fulham
Weekly wage: £120,000 Annual salary: £6.24 million
Fulham pulled off one of the shocks of the window by luring Nigerian winger Samuel Chukwueze from AC Milan. On £120k per week, he instantly became one of Fulham’s top earners. While not near the elite bracket of Premier League salaries, this deal shows Fulham’s ambition to compete in mid-table and possibly challenge for Europe.
13. Nick Woltemade — West Ham United
Weekly wage: £132,500 Annual salary: £6.89 million
West Ham paid big to bring in German striker Nick Woltemade from Stuttgart. His wages reflect the club’s faith in him as a long-term attacking option after Michail Antonio’s departure. At just 22, his salary is significant for his age, and the Hammers expect him to lead their line for years.
12. João Palhinha — Tottenham
Weekly wage: £135,000 Annual salary: £7.02 million
Tottenham secured João Palhinha from Fulham to add steel in midfield. On £135k per week, he joins the upper bracket of Spurs’ earners, reflecting his status as a Premier League-proven anchor who can bring balance alongside their more attacking signings.
11. Bryan Mbeumo — Manchester United
Weekly wage: £150,000 Annual salary: £7.8 million
United added creativity and directness with Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford. His £150k weekly wage shows he’s viewed as more than just a squad option.
His versatility—being able to play on either flank or as a second striker—justifies the outlay as United reshape their attack.
10. Randal Kolo Muani — Tottenham
Weekly wage: £150,000 Annual salary: £7.8 million
Tottenham bolstered their frontline with Randal Kolo Muani from PSG. On par with Mbeumo at £150k per week, the French international gives Ange Postecoglou a mobile forward capable of leading the line or drifting wide. His pay packet places him among Spurs’ most valuable signings.
9. Benjamin Šeško — Manchester United
Weekly wage: £160,000 Annual salary: £8.32 million
The Slovenian striker was one of the most sought-after names in Europe, and United won the race. At £160k a week, Šeško is still below Marcus Rashford and Casemiro in wages but represents United’s investment in the future. If he develops as expected, this could prove a bargain compared to strikers like Isak and Gyökeres.
8. Matheus Cunha — Manchester United
Weekly wage: £180,000 Annual salary: £9.36 million
Cunha’s release clause at Wolves was activated, and United wasted no time. His £180k weekly salary places him firmly in the upper half of Old Trafford’s wage bill. Known for his versatility and work rate, Cunha will likely rotate with Šeško while providing immediate Premier League-ready quality.
7. Florian Wirtz — Liverpool
Weekly wage: £195,000 Annual salary: £10.14 million
One of the summer’s biggest transfers, Florian Wirtz arrived from Bayer Leverkusen for over £100m. At £195k per week, he’s among Liverpool’s best-paid players. The German playmaker is expected to slot into the No.10 role, linking midfield to attack and providing creativity around Mo Salah and Isak.
6. Xavi Simons — Tottenham
Weekly wage: £195,000 Annual salary: £10.14 million
Joining Wirtz at Anfield, Dutch starlet Xavi Simons was another marquee arrival. Earning the same weekly wage, he’s part of Tottenham’s new creative rebuild under Frank.
Simons’ ability to play wide or centrally gives Liverpool tactical flexibility, and his wages underline his status as a star for the present and future.
5. Hugo Ekitike — Liverpool
Weekly wage: £200,000 Annual salary: £10.4 million
Liverpool’s third blockbuster forward addition, Ekitike arrived from Eintracht Frankfurt. At £200k a week, he’s one of the highest-paid young strikers in the Premier League. The Frenchman will compete with Isak but also allow Liverpool to rotate their frontline without losing quality.
4. Viktor Gyökeres — Arsenal
Weekly wage: £200,000 Annual salary: £10.4 million
After a stunning season at Sporting CP, Arsenal spent big to sign Viktor Gyökeres. His £200k weekly wage makes him one of the Gunners’ highest earners, alongside captain Martin Ødegaard. Mikel Arteta sees him as the solution to Arsenal’s striking problem, and his salary reflects those expectations.
3. Tijjani Reijnders — Manchester City
Weekly wage: £230,000 Annual salary: £11.96 million
Pep Guardiola’s midfield was strengthened with Dutch international Tijjani Reijnders from AC Milan.
At £230k per week, his salary is significant even by City’s high standards. He’ll be tasked with easing the workload on Kevin De Bruyne while also competing with Rodri in central areas.
2. Gianluigi Donnarumma — Manchester City
Weekly wage: £250,000 Annual salary: £13 million
City stunned the football world by signing Italy’s No.1 goalkeeper from PSG. At £250k per week, Donnarumma is now one of the best-paid keepers in the world.
His arrival adds stability to City’s long-term goalkeeping situation, replacing Ederson.
1. Alexander Isak — Liverpool
Weekly wage: £280,000 Annual salary: £14.56 million
Liverpool smashed the British transfer record to sign Isak from Newcastle.
His £280k per week wage puts him above Virgil van Dijk and close to Salah’s bracket. Expected to lead the line, Isak’s pay reflects both his immediate impact potential and his status as one of Europe’s elite forwards.
