English Premier League generates more money compared to other top leagues around Europe. In return, Premier League wage bills are also significantly higher compared to other leagues. Going into the 2024-25 season, 5 premier league clubs make the top 10 teams with the highest wage bill in Europe. On average Premier League clubs spend around £55,000 a week per player. We take a look at all 20 clubs in England’s top-flight football and their wage bills for the current season.
Premier League Wage Bills for 2024-25 Season (Revealed)
The last season of this prestigious league has been excellent and has resulted in gaining the public’s attention. However, many clubs suffered behind the scenes. The primary reason behind this is financial mismanagement and purchasing of the star-studded lineup.
Manchester City will be spending around £214 million on players and coaching staff wages this season. Many players in their squad are netting £200,000+ a week. Chelsea is second in terms of the wage bill with £180 million. It will spend this sum on players and coaches. Manchester United, Arsenal, and Liverpool make up the top 5.
The following table will feature the complete wage bill breakdown of English Premier League clubs for the 2024-25 season.
| NO# | CLUB | Recent Wage Bills |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manchester City | £214m |
| 2 | Chelsea | £180m |
| 3 | Manchester United | £170m |
| 4 | Arsenal | £168m |
| 5 | Liverpool | £111m |
| 6 | Tottenham | £103m |
| 7 | Aston Villa | £100m |
| 8 | West Ham | £85m |
| 9 | Newcastle United | £67m |
| 10 | Fulham | £59m |
| 11 | Crystal Palace | £58m |
| 12 | Everton | £56m |
| 13 | Brighton | £53m |
| 14 | Wolverhampton | £49m |
| 15 | Nottingham Forest | £47m |
| 18 | Bournemouth | £42m |
| 19 | Leicester City | £33m |
| 17 | Brent Ford | £32m |
| 16 | Southampton | £31.4m |
| 20 | Ipswich Town | £5.8m |
High wage bills are like a cancer to the clubs’ financial status. The higher the figure is, the narrower will be the profit margin. Manchester United has made a big mistake by adding many superstars to their lineup. Besides causing other problems, it has impacted their financial status quite brutally. On the other hand, Nottingham Forest has managed its finances wisely and established a balanced roster while saving a good sum in the bank.
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These are the details about the English Premier League wage bills for the 2024-25 season. If there is any change in the details, we will update them. Till then, stay tuned!
