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Arsenal’s manager tops the Premier League salary rankings with a £15 million annual wage.
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Chelsea, Nottingham Forest and Manchester City are among the clubs paying premium salaries to their coaches.
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Premier LeagueNewly promoted clubs and smaller teams continue to operate with significantly lower managerial budgets.
August 03, (THEWILL) — Success in the Premier League rarely comes cheap, and while star players often dominate headlines with eye-watering contracts, the men on the touchline are also earning fortunes. As clubs chase trophies, European qualification and Premier League survival, they are increasingly willing to invest heavily in elite managers capable of delivering results.
The latest salary rankings reveal a huge gap between the league’s highest-paid coaches and those working with more modest budgets. At the top of the list, one manager earns £15 million per year, while three others receive just £2 million annually, highlighting the financial divide that exists across England’s top flight.
Here is how all 20 Premier League managers rank by annual salary.
20. Gary O’Neil (Ipswich Town) — £2 million
Gary O’Neil returned to the Premier League with Ipswich Town after previous spells with Bournemouth and Wolves. His experience in guiding clubs through relegation battles made him the preferred choice following Kieran McKenna’s departure. Despite managing in England’s top flight again, he remains among the league’s lowest-paid managers.
19. Daniel Farke (Leeds United) — £2 million
Daniel Farke guided Leeds United back to the Premier League before successfully securing survival. His achievements have strengthened his reputation, although his current salary still places him at the bottom end of the league’s managerial pay scale.
18. Regis Le Bris (Sunderland) £2 million
Regis Le Bris has quickly become one of Sunderland’s most successful modern managers after leading the Black Cats to promotion and then European qualification. Even with those accomplishments, his wages remain relatively modest compared to many of his Premier League counterparts.
17. Fabian Hurzeler (Brighton & Hove Albion) —£2.5 million
One of the youngest managers in the Premier League, Fabian Hurzeler has impressed since arriving from Germany. His progressive style of football has helped Brighton remain competitive, while his growing reputation suggests a higher salary could soon follow.
16. Alvaro Arbeloa (Fulham) l £2.6 million
Former Real Madrid defender Alvaro Arbeloa made the transition into Premier League management after taking charge of Fulham. Although he arrived with considerable pedigree, his salary reflects the cautious financial approach adopted by the London club.
15. Keith Andrews (Brentford) £2.6 million
Keith Andrews completed a remarkable rise from set-piece coach to Brentford manager. His impressive first season convinced the club to reward him with a long-term contract, although he still ranks among the league’s lower earners.
14. Sergej Jakirovic (Hull City) £3 million
Hull City’s return to the Premier League under Sergej Jakirovic significantly enhanced the Bosnian coach’s reputation. His annual salary of £3 million represents solid recognition for his work, even if it remains well below the league’s elite.
13. Pierre Sage (Crystal Palace) £4 million
After earning widespread praise in France, Pierre Sage was appointed to continue Crystal Palace’s upward trajectory. The Eagles view him as a long-term project capable of building on the club’s recent success in Europe.
12. Marco Rose (Bournemouth) £4 million
Marco Rose arrived with extensive experience from Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig. Bournemouth believe his European pedigree can help the club compete domestically while managing the demands of continental football.
11. Frank Lampard (Coventry City) £5 million
Frank Lampard returned to the Premier League after leading Coventry City to promotion. The former England midfielder has rebuilt his managerial reputation and now earns a salary that reflects both his profile and renewed credibility.
10. Michael Carrick (Manchester United) £5 million
Michael Carrick took over one of football’s biggest jobs after successful caretaker spells. While his salary is lower than many previous Manchester United managers, the club hopes he can restore sustained success at Old Trafford.
9. David Moyes (Everton) £5 million
David Moyes’ return to Everton steadied the club during a difficult period and helped rebuild optimism around Goodison Park. His experience continues to command significant respect, with a salary matching several of his Premier League peers.
8. Matthias Jaissle (Newcastle United) £6 million
Newcastle invested heavily to appoint Matthias Jaissle following Eddie Howe’s departure. Regarded as one of Europe’s brightest young coaches, the German receives a salary that reflects the club’s ambitious long-term vision.
7. Roberto De Zerbi (Tottenham Hotspur) — £8 million.
Roberto De Zerbi accepted one of the toughest challenges in English football by taking charge of Tottenham during a difficult campaign. His attacking philosophy and strong reputation earned him a lucrative contract worth £8 million annually.
6. Unai Emery (Aston Villa) £8 million
Unai Emery has transformed Aston Villa into regular European contenders and added another major trophy to his impressive managerial résumé. His success has been rewarded with one of the highest salaries in the Premier League.
5. Andoni Iraola (Liverpool) £8 million
Liverpool moved decisively to appoint Andoni Iraola following his successful spell at Bournemouth. The Spaniard’s energetic style and tactical innovation convinced the Reds he was the right man to lead the club into a new era.
4. Enzo Maresca (Manchester City) £10 million
Replacing Pep Guardiola was always going to be one of football’s biggest challenges, but Manchester City entrusted Enzo Maresca with that responsibility. His £10 million annual salary reflects both the expectations placed upon him and the scale of the role.
3. Oliver Glasner (Nottingham Forest) £11.5 million
Oliver Glasner became one of the league’s best-paid managers after Nottingham Forest secured his services. His success in European competition made him one of the most sought-after coaches on the continent before Forest convinced him to take charge.
2. Xabi Alonso (Chelsea) £11.5 million
Chelsea made a major statement by appointing Xabi Alonso and handing him full managerial control. Fresh from successful spells in Germany and Spain, Alonso commands one of the biggest salaries in English football as he attempts to return the Blues to the summit.
1. Mikel Arteta (Arsenal) £15 million
Mikel Arteta sits comfortably at the top of the Premier League’s managerial salary rankings. After guiding Arsenal back to the league title and establishing the Gunners as consistent contenders in Europe, the Spaniard’s contract now earns him £15 million annually, making him the highest-paid manager in England’s top flight.
