Liverpool’s Wage Structure in 2025: Sensible Spending Amid Silverware
Over the past ten years, Liverpool have amassed a cabinet full of trophies — from a sixth Champions League title to their first Premier League crown in three decades. But what makes their achievements under Jürgen Klopp even more remarkable is how they’ve consistently punched above their financial weight, spending far less than many of their rivals.
Thanks to the careful stewardship of Fenway Sports Group (FSG), the club has earned praise for its shrewd financial management. While some European giants struggle with the consequences of reckless spending, Liverpool have remained well within Financial Fair Play limits — a sharp contrast to clubs like Chelsea and Manchester City.
However, this commitment to financial prudence has its trade-offs. Loyalty to long-serving players has driven up the wage bill, with a dozen squad members earning over £100,000 per week. Nevertheless, when compared with the broader football landscape, Liverpool’s payroll still reflects thoughtful management rather than extravagance. Here’s a closer look at how the Reds are compensating their squad in 2025.
Goalkeepers: Frugal Yet World-Class
Liverpool’s goalkeeping unit exemplifies cost-effective quality.
Alisson Becker, one of the world’s elite shot-stoppers, earns £150,000 a week — a figure far below the likes of Manuel Neuer, who commands over £350,000 weekly. Despite his importance to the team, Alisson’s salary reflects Liverpool’s disciplined wage model.
Backup Caoimhin Kelleher is widely regarded as one of the top second-choice goalkeepers in the league. Despite his vital role and strong performances, he earns just £10,000 a week — making him one of the squad’s lowest earners, ahead only of Vitezslav Jaros, who made his league debut against Crystal Palace this season.
Defenders: High Value for High Performance
One major change this summer was Trent Alexander-Arnold’s exit to Real Madrid. His £180,000 weekly wage has been cleared from the books, replaced by Jeremie Frimpong, who earns £100,000 per week.
Virgil van Dijk remains a cornerstone of the squad, both in leadership and salary, earning £350,000 a week following a contract renewal. Andrew Robertson completes the top defensive earners, pocketing £160,000 weekly.
Other notable earners include Joe Gomez (£85,000), Kostas Tsimikas (£75,000), and Ibrahima Konaté (£70,000). Youngster Jarell Quansah earns £30,000, while Conor Bradley is on just £10,000 a week.
Midfielders: New Arrivals, Bigger Paychecks
Following the departures of veterans like Milner, Henderson, and Fabinho, Klopp revitalized his midfield. Mac Allister, Gravenberch, Szoboszlai, and Endo were brought in to inject energy and quality. All but Endo now earn over £100,000 per week.
The standout is Florian Wirtz, expected to become the club’s highest-paid midfielder on a reported £355,000 weekly salary — placing him among the top earners in the Premier League.
Younger talents like Harvey Elliott, Stefan Bajcetic, and Curtis Jones still earn relatively modest wages — a testament to the club’s developmental approach.
Forwards: Mo Salah Leads the Pack
Mohamed Salah is Liverpool’s top earner at £400,000 a week — a salary justified by his consistent goal-scoring and loyalty amid offers from Saudi clubs.
There’s a significant wage gap between him and other attackers. Diogo Jota and Darwin Núñez each earn £140,000, while Federico Chiesa, despite a rough debut season, takes home £150,000 weekly.
In contrast, Luis Díaz, a key contributor, earns only £55,000 — a figure likely to rise if his form continues. Ben Doak, one of the club’s young prospects, is at the lower end with £15,000 per week.