Arsenal Players’ Wages for 2025: Breakdown by Position
Under Mikel Arteta’s guidance, Arsenal have undergone a remarkable transformation, rising once again to become Premier League title contenders. This resurgence has come with significant financial investment, both in transfers and player contracts, as the club ensures that its top stars remain committed for the long term.
Interestingly, while the club’s record signing Declan Rice and star winger Bukayo Saka are among the team’s most valuable assets, neither tops the wage chart at the Emirates Stadium. Below is a breakdown of Arsenal’s squad salaries as of October 2025, based on figures from Salary Leaks and Capology.
Goalkeepers
After his impressive performances last season, David Raya’s loan move from Brentford was made permanent. He now earns £120,000 per week, up £20,000 from his previous deal, following his Golden Glove-winning campaign.
Former Chelsea keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga joined Arsenal in 2025, replacing Aaron Ramsdale, who moved to Southampton. Kepa earns £60,000 weekly, while teenage prospect Jack Porter takes home just £850 per week as the club’s third-choice option.
Defenders
Centre-back duo William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhães have developed into one of England’s strongest defensive pairings. Saliba is now one of the team’s highest earners at £250,000 per week, while Gabriel takes home £150,000.
Ben White also earns £150,000, while summer signing Riccardo Calafiori pockets £120,000 weekly. Jurrien Timber earns £90,000, and Piero Hincapie, who arrived on loan from Bayer Leverkusen, makes £65,000. Rising star Cristhian Mosquera is on £55,000, and teenager Myles Lewis-Skelly earns £45,000, reflecting Arsenal’s faith in youth development.
Midfielders
The heart of Arsenal’s midfield — Declan Rice and Martin Ødegaard — are both on £240,000 per week, among the highest in the squad. New arrival Eberechi Eze, signed from Crystal Palace for £67.5m, earns £180,000, while versatile midfielder Mikel Merino makes £130,000.
Spanish anchor Martin Zubimendi, who turned down interest from Real Madrid and Liverpool, earns £75,000 per week, and Christian Nørgaard completes the midfield list on £65,000.
Forwards
Surprisingly, Kai Havertz is Arsenal’s highest-paid player, earning £280,000 per week following his move from Chelsea. Gabriel Jesus follows closely on £265,000, despite mixed performances in recent seasons.
New striker Viktor Gyökeres joined from Sporting CP for £55 million and earns £200,000 weekly. Star wingers Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli are on £195,000 and £180,000 respectively, both expected to receive improved terms soon.
Other key forwards include Noni Madueke (£150,000), Leandro Trossard (£90,000), and Ethan Nwaneri, who now earns an impressive £80,000 per week after breaking into the senior squad. Academy prodigy Max Dowman, still under a scholarship deal, makes £350 per week.
Summary
Arsenal’s wage structure reflects a balance between rewarding experience and nurturing youth. With Kai Havertz, Ødegaard, and Rice among the club’s top earners, and several academy graduates now on lucrative deals, the Gunners’ financial outlay mirrors their ambition to remain at the top of English football.
All figures are correct as of September 30, 2025, via Capology and Salary Leaks.
