Forbes has published a list of the best-paid footballers in the world following the 2022/2023 season.
Kylian Mbappe, whose total income is estimated at 131.2 million euros, took the first place in the ranking. His teammate Lionel Messi took second place (123 million euros), followed by Manchester United forward Cristiano Ronaldo (102.5 million euros).
The top 10 also includes Neymar (PSG), Mohamed Salah (Liverpool), Erling Haaland (Manchester City), Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona), Eden Hazard (Real Madrid), Andres Iniesta (Vissel Kobe) and Kevin De Bruyne (Manchester City).
The players' income was calculated on the basis of money earned from football and non-football activities.