Top 10 highest-paid managers in world football (Latest Ranking)

14:08 - 12 September 2025

Diego Simeone tops the list of the world’s highest-paid managers, earning £25.9m annually, ahead of Pep Guardiola, Simone Inzaghi and Mikel Arteta...

The global football stage is not only dominated by elite players but also by the managers who guide them.

From Europe to the Middle East, clubs are investing heavily in their tacticians, with salaries reaching staggering figures.

Here are the top 10 highest-paid managers in world football today, as provided by GiveMeSport.

List of top 10 highest paid coaches (All salaries are per annum)

10. Unai Emery – Aston Villa (£8.3m)

Unai Emery

Since arriving at Villa Park, Emery has transformed the club from relegation fighters to European contenders. His success earned him a lucrative five-year contract worth over £8m annually.

9. Carlo Ancelotti – Brazil (£8.4m)

Carlo Ancelotti

After winning multiple trophies with Real Madrid, Ancelotti accepted the Brazil job. While his basic salary is modest compared to others, he stands to earn significant bonuses if he delivers World Cup glory.

8. Matthias Jaissle – Al-Ahli (£9.6m)

Matthias Jaissle

The German coach swapped Salzburg for Saudi Arabia in 2023. In his debut season, he guided Al-Ahli to third place, securing Champions League qualification and a hefty pay packet.

7. Luis Enrique – Paris Saint-Germain (£9.6m)

Luis Enrique

The former Barcelona boss led PSG to a historic treble, including their first Champions League title. His salary matches Jaissle’s, though more bonuses could follow given his success in Paris.

6. Jorge Jesus – Al-Nassr (£10.4m)

Jorge Jesus

Tasked with leading Cristiano Ronaldo’s side, the Portuguese veteran earns over £10m per year. With his vast experience, Al-Nassr hope Jesus can deliver long-awaited silverware.

5. David Moyes – Everton (£12.5m)

David Moyes

Returning to Goodison Park, Moyes steered Everton away from relegation and back to stability. His £12.5m salary reflects both his experience and the club’s faith in his leadership.

4. Mikel Arteta – Arsenal (£15.6m)

Mikel Arteta

Arteta has revitalised Arsenal, making them consistent Premier League title challengers. His new deal sees him pocket £15.6m, including bonuses for silverware.

3. Pep Guardiola – Manchester City (£20.7m

Pep Guardiola

Widely regarded as the best manager in the world, Guardiola earns over £20m at City. With multiple league titles and a treble to his name, his paycheck mirrors his dominance.

2. Simone Inzaghi – Al-Hilal (£21.8m)

Simone Inzaghi

After guiding Inter Milan to domestic success and losing the Champions League final to PSG, Inzaghi joined Al-Hilal for a staggering £21.8m annual salary, becoming the highest-paid manager in the Middle East.

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1. Diego Simeone – Atletico Madrid (£25.9m)

Diego Simeone

For years, Simeone has topped this list. The Argentine, renowned for his intensity and loyalty, remains the best-paid coach in football with a yearly wage of nearly £26m.

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