Who is the highest-paid football manager in the world?

In the world of football, the season is set to commence shortly, following the recent conclusion of the FIFA World Cup. Over the past year, the landscape of football management has witnessed significant changes, with some managers departing while new faces have taken charge at various clubs.

Manchester City's renowned manager, Pep Guardiola, concluded his decade-long tenure at the Etihad Stadium, being succeeded by his former assistant, Enzo Maresca. Conversely, Nottingham Forest made a noteworthy decision by appointing their fifth head coach within a span of a year, opting for Oliver Glasner. Other notable shifts include Jose Mourinho's return to Real Madrid, signing a three-year contract, and Jose Mourinho's appointment at Real Madrid, a move that comes after his previous tenure at the club.

On the other hand, some managers have retained their positions, with Xabi Alonso earning a similar salary at Chelsea as he did at Nottingham Forest, raking in a yearly sum of $17.5 million. Furthermore, Enzo Maresca and Roberto De Zerbi, who both became managers of Manchester City and Tottenham respectively, share the same annual paycheck of $16 million.

Completing the top ten list are Jose Mourinho, who manages Real Madrid, and Luis Enrique, who oversees Paris Saint-Germain, both receiving $14 million annually. Lastly, Ange Postecoglou, who manages Al Nassr, has a contract worth $13.5 million per year.