23-year-old Frenchman turned down a move real Madrid in favor of a massive £500m contract extension earlier this year Paris Saint-Germain. Mbappe has surpassed all other football players in terms of salary, which will keep him at the top. Parc des Princes By June 2025, according to Sportico.
In addition to his £91m annual salary from PSG, the forward also earns around £17.3m from sponsorship deals. It is currently supported by some of the world’s best-known brands such as Christian Dior, Hublot, Oakley, Electronic Arts, Nike and Hublot.
Mbappe became one of the most sought-after players in Europe as a result of his rapid rise in Monaco, which quickly caught the attention of the whole world. He was bought by PSG for a staggering £166m in 2018 and has since scored a total of 181 goals in 225 matches.
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Who are the next highest paid players in world football?
Portuguese football sensation Cristiano Ronaldo is the second highest paid player in the world. Given that the Manchester United striker has one of the most recognizable names in the sport, it’s no surprise that their turnovers account for more than £52m of their total earnings. In fact, most of his income comes from his sponsorships, which include Nike, Herbalife, and Tag Heuer.
Additionally, Ronaldo has a contract with Man Utd for an annual salary of £45.9m, making him the highest paid player in the Premier League. A seven-time Ballon d’Or winner, Lionel Messi earns significantly less than his competitor, with a combined annual income of £95.3m, a substantial sum from his various sponsorship deals.
Brazilian winger Neymar, who joined PSG from Barcelona in 2017, also received generous expenses from the French club. The 30-year-old signed a long-term contract with the Parisians last summer and earned £78.9m a year.
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