Let’s talk about some numbers: These are the highest paid football players in Europe 2025

Football (or soccer as it is called in some countries) is by far the most popular sport in Europe – and not just by a small margin. Football originated in Europe in the 19th century, particularly in England, and quickly spread across the continent.

The regime of football keeps getting richer – literally. Salaries of footballers are soaring, breaking grounds. Clubs are releasing incredible deals to attract some of the best talents. Here are the top 3 highest earning footballers in Europe in 2025. I’ll suggest you to buckle up!

Highest paid football players in Europe 2025

3. Vinicius Junior

Make some noise for Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid. He has scored dozens of goals in his professional career and is a superstar for brands like PlayStation and Pepsi. His annual income is reported to be more than 42 million pounds. Not bad for someone just turned 25.

2. Erling Haaland

Erling Haaland likes to crush records and earn big. His annual income is estimated at £46 million. Since his global popularity is rising fast, his earnings both on the field and off it are only going to increase in the near future.

1. Kylian Mbappe

The star of this list – Kylian Mbappe is the biggest earner in 2025. The French footballer could be pulling in more than 70 million pounds in annual earnings. He is fast, fearless and also the official recipient of Real Madrid’s iconic Number 10 jersey.