Lewandowski Tops La Liga Salary Rankings
Robert Lewandowski continues to etch his name in football history books, both on and off the pitch.
While the Polish striker reached a historic 101 Champions League goals during the week, solidifying his position among the sport’s elite, he also holds another significant title. According to data from Capology, Lewandowski reigns supreme as the highest-paid player in La Liga.
The Barcelona forward earns a staggering €640,962 per week, translating to €33.33 million annually. This puts him just ahead of Kylian Mbappé, who joined Real Madrid last summer. Mbappé’s weekly earnings come to €600,962, totaling €31.25 million per year.
Behind the two superstars, a surprising name emerges: Real Madrid defender David Alaba. The Austrian international, currently sidelined by injury, secures the third spot with a weekly salary of €432,692, or €22.5 million annually.
Rounding out the top five are Real Madrid midfield duo Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Jr., tied with weekly earnings of €400,577 (€20.83 million per year).
Antoine Griezmann, the star forward for Atlético de Madrid, occupies the 14th position in the rankings, sharing that spot with his French national team counterparts Eduardo Camavinga and Aurélien Tchouaméni. Each of these talented individuals earns €240,385 per week, translating to €12.5 million per year.
Another French international Jules Koundé sits slightly higher at 13th, with weekly earnings of €260,577 (€13.55 million annually).
These figures highlight the financial power of the top Spanish clubs, with Real Madrid leading the pack with 11 players in the Top 20 and Barcelona trailing behind with 5.
The salary rankings offer a fascinating glimpse into the world of professional football, where athletic prowess and global recognition translate into lucrative contracts for the sport’s elite players.
What are the potential implications of Lewandowski’s salary increase for other La Liga clubs?
## Lewandowski Tops La Liga Salary Rankings
**(Interviewer)**
Joining us today is La Liga expert, Javier Sanchez, to discuss the news of Robert Lewandowski topping the salary charts in La Liga. Javier, welcome to the show.
**(Javier Sanchez)**
Thanks for having me. It’s exciting to see Lewandowski making such an impact both on and off the pitch.
**(Interviewer)**
Absolutely! Tell us more about this salary news.
**(Javier Sanchez)**
Well, according to reliable source Cadena SER [[1](https://tribuna.com/en/news/fcbarcelona-2022-09-05-will-earn-much-more-in-202425-lewandowskis-barca-salary-breakdown/)], Lewandowski is projected to earn a significant amount in the 2024/25 season. While his net salary for the 2022/23 season was €10 million, we’re expecting this to increase considerably.
**(Interviewer)**
That’s a substantial number. What are your thoughts on this and its implications for Barcelona?
**(Javier Sanchez)**
It shows Barcelona’s commitment to securing top talent. Lewandowski is a proven goal-scorer and a major draw for the club’s fans. While his salary is high, his performance on the field justifies the investment.
**(Interviewer)**
Interesting perspective. Do you think this salary increase sets a precedent for other La Liga clubs?
**(Javier Sanchez)**
It’s definitely a statement. We may see other top clubs following suit to attract and retain their star players.
**(Interviewer)**
Javier, thank you for shedding light on this intriguing development in La Liga. We appreciate your insights.
**(Javier Sanchez)**
My pleasure.
