The Highest Earners in La Liga: A Revealing Salary Breakdown
Recent updates from Capology regarding La Liga salaries for the 2025/26 season highlight a glaring divide between the elite superstars and the rest. Leading the charge is none other than Kylian Mbappe, who, upon joining Real Madrid, secured the top spot with a staggering weekly wage of €600,962—equating to over €31 million per year. This figure demonstrates Real Madrid’s commitment to positioning him as a cornerstone of their new project, proving that this isn’t just a figure on paper.
Following closely behind, David Alaba is the second-highest earner at Real Madrid, taking home more than €432,000 weekly. However, his contributions have been notably limited in recent times, raising questions about such a high salary compared to his output.
At Barcelona, experienced striker Robert Lewandowski continues to command a top salary, earning approximately €400,577 each week. Atletico Madrid’s Jan Oblak also makes it to this elite group, as he has consistently been one of the most reliable goalkeepers in Europe over the years.
Real Madrid continues to expand its financial dominance with Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Junior also earning salaries comparable to Lewandowski and Oblak. Their presence on the roster demonstrates not just the monetary investment in transfers but a solid commitment to retaining young talent.
Barcelona is not without its own high earners. Frenkie de Jong remains on the priority list with nearly €365,000 per week, while fellow players Raphinha and Lamine Yamal earn around €320,577 per week. These figures signify their crucial roles while also allowing the club to maintain a structured wage system amidst ongoing financial challenges.
Conversely, Real Madrid also reinforces its squad’s strength with Trent Alexander-Arnold and Fede Valverde both in the €320,000 weekly range, reflecting a well-deserved reward for their depth.
The latest salary report reiterates the overwhelming financial strength of Real Madrid and Barcelona within La Liga. They are not only attracting top talent but also maintaining some of the highest compensation packages in Europe. Atletico Madrid, with Oblak, is the only other club making an impact, while the rest of the league struggles to keep pace.
La Liga thus remains a stage for superstars, where salaries distinctly illustrate each player’s standing in an increasingly cutthroat competition among the giants of the football world.
