Top 10 highest-paid footballers in Indian Rupees

#4 Paul Pogba

Endorsements: Rs. 28,65,82,000.00

Salary & Bonus: Rs. 2,07,77,19,500.00

Total: Rs. 2,36,43,01,500.00

Largest Sponsor/Partner: Adidas

Paul Pogba left Manchester United to join Juventus in 2012. He registered himself as one of the best midfielders in the world with consistent displays. He moved back to his old club in 2016, but it has not been smooth-sailing.

The French International, who lifted the World Cup in 2018, is yet to sign a new deal with the club. The Red Devils have rewarded him with a new contract despite subpar performances, but he continues to wait for a move to Real Madrid.

#3 Neymar

Endorsements: Rs. 2,14,93,65,000.00

Salary & Bonus: Rs. 5,37,34,12,500.00

Total: Rs. 7,52,27,77,500.00

Largest Sponsors/Partners: Nike, Mastercard, Gillette, EA Sports, Red Bull, Beats by Dre, DAZN, Gaga Milano

The gap between the third and fourth player is too high. Neymar earns an estimated amount of 105 million dollars in a year. The forward set the Brazilian league on fire before earning a move to Barcelona in 2013.

He was too hard to handle from day one and completed a formidable partnership with Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi. However, an unhealthy relationship between him and board meant that he parted ways with the Blaugrana. He later signed for PSG in 2017.

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