Football has become one of the most lucrative industries in the world, and African players have been making their mark on the global stage. In this article, we will take a look at the 10 richest African football players and their impressive net worth.
1. Mohamed Salah 🇪🇬
Mohamed Salah, the Egyptian superstar, is the highest-paid African footballer, earning a massive salary of £400,000 per week ($20.8 million per year) from Liverpool. His net worth is estimated at $90 million, making him the richest African player.
2. Sadio Mané 🇸🇳
Sadio Mané, the Senegalese forward, is another Liverpool star and one of the most valuable African players. He earns £250,000 per week ($13 million per year) and has a net worth of $50 million.
3. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang 🇬🇦
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, the Gabonese striker, currently plays for Marseille in Ligue 1 and earns £140,000 per week ($7.3 million per year). His net worth is estimated at $45 million. He recently signed with Al Qadsiah and his contract details haven’t been revealed yet.
4. Riyad Mahrez 🇩🇿
Riyad Mahrez, the Algerian captain and Manchester City player, earns £250,000 per week ($13 million per year) and has a net worth of $40 million.
5. Thomas Partey 🇬🇭
Thomas Partey, the Ghanaian midfielder, plays for Arsenal and earns £200,000 per week ($10.4 million per year), with a net worth of $35 million.
6. Victor Osimhen 🇳🇬
Victor Osimhen, the Nigerian striker, plays for Napoli in Serie A and earns £120,000 per week ($6.2 million per year). His net worth is estimated at $30 million.
7. Franck Kessié 🇨🇮
Franck Kessié, the Ivorian midfielder, recently joined Al-Ahli in the Saudi Pro League, where he earns £230,000 per week ($12 million per year). His net worth is $25 million.
8. Achraf Hakimi 🇲🇦
Achraf Hakimi, the Moroccan full-back, plays for Paris Saint-Germain in Ligue 1 and earns £200,000 per week ($10.4 million per year). His net worth is $20 million.
9. Edouard Mendy 🇸🇳
Edouard Mendy, the Senegalese goalkeeper, recently joined Al-Ahli in the Saudi Pro League after playing for Chelsea in the Premier League. He earns £150,000 per week ($7.8 million per year) and has a net worth of $18 million.
10. Yassine Bounou 🇲🇦
Yassine Bounou, the Moroccan goalkeeper, plays for Al-Hilal in the Saudi Pro League and earns £160,000 per week ($8.3 million per year). His net worth is $15 million.
These 10 African football players have not only made a name for themselves on the pitch but have also amassed significant wealth through their lucrative contracts and endorsements. Their success is a testament to the growing influence and recognition of African talent in the global football industry.
