Football’s goalkeepers’ salaries pale into insignificance compared to what outfield players make. Such, is attributed to their role being underrated with a team’s success being credited to attacking players.
Despite that, some of world’s best goalkeepers are handsomely paid and the rest are not far behind. Majority of the highest paid goalkeepers ply their trade in the English premier league as seen in this list.
With that in mind, here are the 10 highest paid goalkeepers today.
10. André ter Stegen (Barcelona) – £150,000 Per Week
André ter Stegen is a German professional footballer who currently plays as a goalkeeper for FC Barcelona. He signed with the club in May 2014 and has since become one of their most important players, known for his exceptional shot-stopping ability, quick reflexes, and excellent distribution skills.
Ter Stegen's current contract with Barcelona runs until June 30, 2025. The terms of the contract were last updated in October 2020, following negotiations between the player and the club. According to reports, his current salary is around €10 million per year (after tax), making him one of the highest-paid goalkeepers in the world.
In addition to his salary, Ter Stegen also receives bonuses and performance incentives, such as bonuses for clean sheets, matches played, and team achievements. His contract reportedly includes a release clause of €500 million, which is a standard clause in many high-profile contracts to deter other clubs from attempting to sign the player.
Overall, Ter Stegen's contract at Barcelona reflects his importance to the team and his standing as one of the best goalkeepers in the world.
