5. Wayne Rooney ($26 million)
Wayne Rooney was a tough temperament boy who turned into a gentle family man. His career bloomed along with his personal life. The father of three boys is now the second highest paid British soccer player after the legendary David Beckham.
He has been playing for Manchester United as a forward or midfielder since over a decade ago. The 30-year-old player signed a contract with The Red Devils in 2004. And he is currently being paid $20 million per year.
In addition to that, he also earns $6 million from endorsement deals. Some of his major sponsors are Nike, Samsung, and Harper Collins.
Manchester United has definitely hit the jackpot by signing Wayne Rooney. He has brought success to the club in both achievement and revenue. Rooney’s jersey is currently the most-selling among other United players.
