Football is a game of passion, where fans celebrate wins and endure losses. In today's world, it has also evolved into a significant business venture.
Chelsea Football Club exemplifies this blend of sport and business. Known for signing top-tier football stars, Chelsea is regarded as one of the best clubs in the world.
The Blues, like many elite clubs, have a tiered pay structure, with some players earning substantially more than their teammates.
Ahead of the new season, let's take a look at the list of the highest-paid players at Chelsea.
Romelu Lukaku is currently the highest paid player at Chelsea, along with Raheem Sterling.
Lukaku spent the previous season on loan with Roma, while Sterling has been playing with the Blues since 2022.
TOP 10 highest paid Chelsea players
|
Player (43) |
Pos |
Country |
Annual Salary |
Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Romelu Lukaku |
F |
BEL |
£16,900,000 |
£325,000 |
|
Raheem Sterling |
M |
JAM |
£16,900,000 |
£325,000 |
|
Reece James |
D |
GBR |
£13,000,000 |
£250,000 |
|
Ben Chilwell |
D |
GBR |
£10,400,000 |
£200,000 |
|
Wesley Fofana |
D |
FRA |
£10,400,000 |
£200,000 |
|
David Fofana |
F |
CIV |
£10,400,000 |
£200,000 |
|
Christopher Nkunku |
F |
FRA |
£10,140,000 |
£195,000 |
|
Enzo Fernández |
M |
ARG |
£9,360,000 |
£180,000 |
|
Marc Cucurella |
M |
ESP |
£9,100,000 |
£175,000 |
|
Kepa Arrizabalaga |
GK |
ESP |
£7,800,000 |
£150,000 |
source - Sportac