Barcelona Among 15 Clubs With Highest Wage Bills

Money does not guarantee success in soccer, but it certainly boosts the chances of snagging a trophy or two at the end of the season. Most successful European teams have historically been big spenders, and we do not expect the trend to change anytime soon.

On that note, let us take a look at the top European clubs who have been splurging millions in search of silverware this season. Here are the top 15 teams with the highest wage bills across the top five European leagues in 2023-24:

Data: Capology (via FBRef)

#15 Inter Milan (Serie A): €117,580,000 ($127,589,867)

Lautaro Martinez Is Inter Milan’s Highest Earner

Kicking things off are Serie A front-runners Inter Milan, with their wage bill hovering around €117,580,000 ($127,589,867) for the 2023-24 season. The Nerazzurri have 52 players under contract this season.

One of the best strikers in Europe Lautaro Martinez is Inter’s joint-top earner, with his gross annual salary standing at $12,129,786. Gifted midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu shares the spotlight with Martinez, with him also earning $12,129,786. Alessandro Bastoni rounds off the top three with his gross annual salary of $11,125,339.

#14 Juventus (Serie A): €121,592,000 ($131,943,419)

Dusan Vlahovic Is Juventus’ Highest Paid Player

In 14th place, we have Massimiliano Allegri’s Juventus. The Bianconeri, who have 57 players on their payroll, spend €121,592,000 ($131,943,419) on wages.

Top center-forward Dusan Vlahovic is Juventus’ highest-paid player. The Serbian has a gross annual salary of $14,149,597. Ex-Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny is second on the top-earners’ list with his $13,145,150 annual salary. Alex Sandro is in third place with $12,129,786.

#13 Borussia Dortmund (Bundesliga): €126,600,000 ($137,377,761)

Sebastien Haller Is Borussia Dortmund’s Highest Paid Player

One of the two Bundesliga clubs to feature on this list, Borussia Dortmund will spend around €126,600,000 ($137,377,761) in wages throughout…

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Author : Sushan Chakraborty

Publish date : 2024-03-13 07:48:07

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