In recent years, Manchester City has undeniably been one of the most successful teams in England, dominating the Premier League. The club’s fortunes have flourished since its acquisition by Arab investors in 2008, and with the guidance of Pep Guardiola since 2016, they have won 6 Premier League titles in just 8 seasons. The wealth from their ownership has allowed them to attract top-tier players, and now, Manchester City is one of the wealthiest clubs in Europe.
Goalkeepers
Despite being a key figure at Manchester City, Ederson does not sit at the top of the club’s wage bill, with players in other positions earning significantly more. He earns £5.2 million annually, making him the highest-paid goalkeeper. The veteran Stefan Ortega follows with £4.68 million, and Scott Carson, the former England international, is the lowest-paid keeper with £1.56 million.
- Ederson: £5.2 million
- Ortega: £4.68 million
- Carson: £1.56 million
Defenders
It’s no surprise that John Stones is the highest-paid defender at the club, with £13 million. Alongside him, Josko Gvardiol earns £10.4 million, and both Ruben Dias and Manuel Akanji receive £9.36 million. Despite being a key player, Dias earns the same as Akanji, which raised some eyebrows considering his leadership and consistent presence in the starting lineup. Kyle Walker and Nathan Ake follow closely behind in earnings.
- Stones: £13 million
- Gvardiol: £10.4 million
- Dias: £9.36 million
- Akanji: £9.36 million
- Walker: £9.1 million
- Ake: £8.32 million
Midfielders
Among the midfielders, Kevin De Bruyne stands out not just as the highest-paid player in the club but also as the highest-paid in the Premier League. He earns a hefty £20.8 million annually. Bernardo Silva, who extended his contract amidst rumors of a transfer, earns £15.6 million, followed by Ilkay Gundogan at £11.96 million. Surprisingly, Phil Foden and Rodri, despite their stellar performances, earn less than Gundogan, with £11.7 million and £11.44 million respectively.
- De Bruyne: £20.8 million
- Silva: £15.6 million
- Gundogan: £11.96 million
- Foden: £11.7 million
- Rodri: £11.44 million
Forwards
The top-paid forward at Manchester City is Erling Haaland, who earns £19.5 million annually since his arrival from Borussia Dortmund in 2022. Jack Grealish, the club’s most expensive signing, is second with £15.6 million. The three young stars Jeremy Doku, Oscar Bob, and Savinho earn far less than the first two, with £2.6 million, £2.6 million, and £2.08 million respectively.
- Haaland: £19.5 million
- Grealish: £15.6 million
- Doku: £2.6 million
- Bob: £2.6 million
- Savinho: £2.08 million
Top 5 Highest-Paid Players
The five highest-paid players at Manchester City are:
- Kevin De Bruyne: £20.8 million
- Erling Haaland: £19.5 million
- Jack Grealish: £15.6 million
- Bernardo Silva: £15.6 million
- John Stones: £13 million
Lowest Paid Players
The lowest-paid players in the first-team squad are:
- John Wilson Sbrend: £364,000
- McAtee: £780,000
- Luis: £1.3 million
Total Wage Bill
Manchester City spends £210.86 million on player wages across all positions:
- Goalkeepers: £11.44 million
- Defenders: £61.2 million
- Midfielders: £86.84 million
- Forwards: £42.38 million
This breakdown highlights the financial commitment of one of Europe’s most successful and wealthiest football clubs.
