FULL LIST: World football’s 10 highest-paid goalkeepers for 2026

The world of football is witnessing a surge in the earnings of goalkeepers, as these shot-stoppers are now earning substantial weekly salaries that would make many outfield players envious. According to Capology data, the top 10 highest-paid goalkeepers in world football, as of January 1, are as follows:

1. Jan Oblak from Atletico Madrid leads the list, earning an impressive £342,127 per week. Oblak recently took over the top spot after another goalkeeper received a wage cut. At 33 years old, he remains a cornerstone of Atletico's defense, with two years left on his contract.

2. Marc-Andre ter Stegen, on loan at Ajax from Barcelona, earns £271,665 per week. Despite being once established as one of the world's leading goalkeepers, Barcelona is covering most of his salary, while Ajax pays only around 10% of his wages.

3. Gianluigi Donnarumma, the Manchester City goalkeeper, earns £265,000 per week, making him the highest-paid goalkeeper in the Premier League. Signed from Paris Saint-Germain last summer, he has significantly improved Manchester City's performance.

4. Manuel Neuer, now 40, is the fourth-highest-paid goalkeeper, earning £247,849 per week at Bayern Munich. Despite a wage reduction on his latest contract, his revolutionary style continues to define the modern goalkeeper.

5. Thibaut Courtois, Real Madrid's goalkeeper, earns £246,371 per week. Known for his spectacular performances, he is considered one of the world's best goalkeepers, particularly after his displays on the biggest stage.

6. Edouard Mendy, the highest-paid goalkeeper in the Saudi Pro League, earns £197,097 per week with Al-Ahli. His success in Saudi Arabia has earned him a lucrative contract extension until 2028.

7. Emiliano Martinez, Chelsea's goalkeeper, earns £175,000 per week. He has quickly become one of the most prominent shot-stoppers in world football since his move from Aston Villa.

8. Yassine Bounou, better known as Bono, earns £167,532 per week at Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia. After a decade-long career in Spain, Bono has established himself as an important figure for his new club.

9. Jordan Pickford, England's first-choice goalkeeper, earns £150,000 per week at Everton. After a contract extension in October 2025, he remains one of the most experienced and highly paid goalkeepers in English football.

10. Alisson Becker, Liverpool's goalkeeper, completes the list with a weekly salary of £150,000. Known for his crucial role in Liverpool's domestic and European successes, his future is becoming a topic of interest as he enters the final year of his contract.