Erling Haaland has signed a record-breaking nine-year contract extension with Manchester City, securing a staggering £200 million in gross earnings if he remains with the club until 2034. This monumental deal cements his position as the highest-paid player in Premier League history, with the removal of release clauses making it nearly impossible for rivals to lure him away.
Haaland Leads the Way
The Norwegian striker’s deal outpaces any other Premier League contract, with Chelsea’s Enzo Fernández trailing as the second most valuable. Fernández, signed for a record-breaking £107m in January 2023, has £74.8m remaining on his eight-and-a-half-year deal, earning £180k per week.
Massive Salaries Across the League
The Premier League’s financial muscle continues to attract top talent, with major clubs like Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal, Newcastle, and Tottenham offering enormous contracts. Here’s a closer look at the league’s top 10 most valuable deals:
1. Erling Haaland (Man City)
- Contract value: £200m gross
- Contract length: 9 years (until 2034)
2. Enzo Fernández (Chelsea)
- Contract value: £74.8m gross
- Weekly salary: £180k
- Contract length: 8.5 years (until 2032)
3. Marcus Rashford (Man United)
- Contract value: £62.4m gross
- Weekly salary: £375k
- Contract length: 5 years (until 2028)
Rashford’s career has faltered since signing his new deal, with his future at the club now uncertain.
4. Cole Palmer (Chelsea)
- Contract value: £60.8m gross
- Weekly salary: £129k
- Contract length: 9 years (until 2033)
Palmer has flourished at Chelsea, scoring 22 goals in his debut season after transferring from Manchester City.
5. Kai Havertz (Arsenal)
- Contract value: £58.2m gross
- Weekly salary: £280k
- Contract length: 4 years (until 2028)
6. Pedro Neto (Chelsea)
- Contract value: £58.2m gross
- Weekly salary: £160k
- Contract length: 7 years (until 2031)
7. Moisés Caicedo (Chelsea)
- Contract value: £54.6m gross
- Weekly salary: £150k
- Contract length: 7 years (until 2031)
Chelsea’s record signing is expected to see salary increases tied to his performance.
8. Reece James (Chelsea)
- Contract value: £52m gross
- Weekly salary: £250k
- Contract length: 4 years (until 2028)
Injuries have limited James’ availability, raising concerns about his long-term impact.
9. Mason Mount (Man United)
- Contract value: £52m gross
- Weekly salary: £250k
- Contract length: 5 years (until 2028)
Mount has struggled with injuries and is yet to make a significant impact at Old Trafford.
10. Wesley Fofana (Chelsea)
- Contract value: £52m gross
- Weekly salary: £200k
- Contract length: 7 years (until 2031)
Fofana’s promising career has been hindered by recurring injuries, including an ACL rupture.
The Premier League’s Financial Dominance
The league’s biggest clubs have committed to long-term, high-value contracts for their stars. Chelsea, in particular, has six players in the top 10, reflecting their aggressive recruitment strategy. Other notable mentions include Arsenal’s Declan Rice and Martin Ødegaard, Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes, and Manchester City’s Jack Grealish.
Even players outside the traditional Big Six, like Newcastle’s Anthony Gordon and West Ham’s Jarrod Bowen, feature in the top 20, showcasing the league’s broad financial power.
The Future of Big Contracts
As the Premier League continues to grow in global appeal and financial strength, these massive contracts are likely to become even more common, further cementing the league’s status as the pinnacle of club football.
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