How much do the Blues players earn annually and who receives the most into their account?
Chelsea’s financial strength plays a crucial role in their ability to attract elite players and secure high-profile transfers. Supported by affluent ownership and a somewhat spendthrift transfer strategy, the club generates substantial revenue through diverse channels, such as sponsorship agreements, commercial partnerships, and matchday sales.
This financial power allows Chelsea to offer competitive wages and attractive signing bonuses, making the club a top destination for world-class talent. Their consistent participation in European competitions further boosts their appeal, reinforcing their status as a major force in the transfer market.
The Blues' inflated squad size is indicative of the fact that they are one of the biggest spenders in the league in terms of wage, but none of their players make into the top 10 highest-earning players in England. In fact, there are just two Chelsea players in the top 20 list.
So, who is the highest earner at Chelsea this season? And who is on the opposite end of the spectrum?
GOAL delved into the numbers from Capology and found out!
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Goalkeepers
No surprises here as first-choice goalkeeper Robert Sanchez is also first on the list of the highest-paid Chelsea goalkeepers, followed closely by his deputy in Filip Jorgensen.
For someone who has played just one game for Chelsea since joining the club in 2021, Bettinelli earns perhaps a lot more than a third-choice goalkeeper might warrant, especially considering the wages of Sanchez and Jorgensen.
Finally, we have Finnish custodian Lucas Bergstrom, who earns the least among his fellow Blues goalkeepers.
| Name |
Salary |
| Robert Sanchez |
£3,120,000 |
| Filip Jorgensen |
£2,600,000 |
| Marcus Bettinelli |
£1,820,000 |
| Lucas Bergstrom |
£390,000 |
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Defenders
Three players who have featured sparingly for Chelsea, albeit for different reasons, are the club's highest earners not only in defence but across the entire squad. These include Reece James and Wesley Fofana, both of whom have struggled to overcome persistent injury problems, and Ben Chilwell, who has fallen out of favor under coach Enzo Maresca.
Other defenders, such as Marc Cucurella, Tosin Adarabioyo, Levi Colwill, Benoit Badiashile, and Axel Disasi, also earn significant salaries. Meanwhile, Malo Gusto, Renato Veiga, and Josh Acheampong are among the lowest-paid defenders on the roster.
| Name |
Salary |
| Reece James |
£13,000,000 |
| Ben Chilwell |
£10,400,000 |
| Wesley Fofana |
£10,400,000 |
| Marc Cucurella |
£9,100,000 |
| Tosin Adarabioyo |
£6,240,000 |
| Levi Colwill |
£5,200,000 |
| Benoit Badiashile |
£4,680,000 |
| Axel Disasi |
£4,160,000 |
| Malo Gusto |
£2,340,000 |
| Renato Veiga |
£1,300,000 |
| Josh Acheampong |
£260,000 |
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Midfielders
One might assume that Cole Palmer, arguably the team's standout player, would be the highest earner in the squad. However, he isn't even the highest-paid midfielder at Chelsea, with that distinction going to Argentine star Enzo Fernandez. In fact, club-record signing Moises Caicedo is higher up the ladder than Palmer, with the former Manchester City starlet ranking third on this list.
Much like Chilwell, Carney Chukwuemeka has been on the periphery under Maresca and isn't a part of his plans, yet he is earning over five million annually.
| Name |
Salary |
| Enzo Fernandez |
£9,360,000 |
| Moises Caicedo |
£7,800,000 |
| Cole Palmer |
£6,760,000 |
| Carney Chukwuemeka |
£5,200,000 |
| Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall |
£4,160,000 |
| Romeo Lavia |
£2,340,000 |
| Cesare Casadei |
£390,000 |
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Attackers
Among forwards, the highest-earning players are Christopher Nkunku and Pedro Neto, with the former earning in double digits annually.
Surprisingly, Joao Felix, Jadon Sancho, and Mykhailo Mudryk earn as much as, or even more than, striker Nicolas Jackson. Meanwhile, Noni Madueke and young forward Marc Guiu find themselves at the bottom of this list.
| Name |
Salary |
| Christopher Nkunku |
£10,140,000 |
| Pedro Neto |
£8,320,000 |
| Joao Felix |
£6,760,000 |
| Jadon Sancho |
£5,200,000 |
| Mykhailo Mudryk |
£5,200,000 |
| Nicolas Jackson |
£5,200,000 |
| Noni Madueke |
£2,600,000 |
| Marc Guiu |
£2,600,000 |
