Checkout The Highest Paid Midfielders In Europe

Midfielders act as the middlemen of a football team. They connect the gameplay between defenders and attackers. Due to their high gameplay skills, they are being paid handsomely as a reward. Currently, Manchester United’s Paul Pogba is among the highest paid midfielders in Europe. Scroll further as you learn more about the highest paid midfielders in Europe.

5. Paul Pogba (Manchester United):

He was out for more than a month due to an injury he incurred while on an international duty. According to Ralf Ragnick, he will resume his club duties very soon. He is currently among the players with the highest assists in the Premier League this season. He earns £290,000 weekly, which is approximately 163 million naira.

4. Toni Kroos (Real Madrid):

He has been a very vital member of Real Madrid for so many years. He was pivotal in their Champions League three consecutive victories, and their Super Copa win this year. The German midfielder has won two La Liga titles, three Champions League titles and four FIFA Club World Cups during his time at Real Madrid. He earns £307,000 weekly, which is approximately 172.1 million naira.

3. Oscar (Shanghai Port):

The Brazilian midfielder’s move to the Chinese Super League wasn’t so necessary since he was still at his peak. Well, it benefitted him financially. Oscar reportedly earns £380,000 weekly, which is approximately 213 million naira.

2. Kevin de Bruyne (Manchester City):

The Belgian midfielder has been a very impressive part of Pep Guardiola’s side this season. His amazing gameplay skills has qualified him to earn massively from the Premier League club. He earns £400,000 weekly, which is approximately 224.2 million naira.

1. Andres Iniesta (Vissel Kobe):

While making a move from Barcelona to Vissel Kobe, Andres Iniesta had a mouthwatering contract waiting for him. He is currently the highest earning midfielder in the world, making £450,000 weekly, which is approximately 252.2 million naira.