Football is one of the most popular sports in the world, with a massive global following and some of the highest-paid athletes. Forbes recently released their list of the top 10 richest footballers in the world. These players have earned their wealth through their incredible talent, hard work, and business ventures. This list showcases the success of these players and highlights the impressive wealth they have accumulated over the years. In this article, we will take a look at World's top 10 footballers who got the highest payments in 2022, according to Forbes.

10 Footballers Who Made the Highest Earnings in 2022

According to Forbes, the top 10 richest footballers in the world have a combined net worth of over 0.650 billion. These players have made their fortune through their careers on the pitch, as well as endorsements and other business ventures. Here is an overview of the top 10 richest footballers in the world.

Kylian Mbappé

Kylian Mbappé is a French professional footballer who currently plays as a forward for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and the French national team. He is widely regarded as one of the best young players in the world and has achieved numerous accolades and achievements in his career so far. Some of Mbappé’s greatest achievements include winning the 2018 World Cup with the French national team, where he was named the Best Young Player of the tournament.

Additionally, winning the Ligue 1 title four times with PSG (2017-18, 2018-19, 2019-20, 2021-22) is also another great achievement. Mbappe won Ligue 1 Player of the Year three times in 2018-19, 2020-21 and 2021-22. Mbappé has also won numerous individual awards, including the Golden Boy award in 2017 and the Kopa Trophy in 2018.

Currently, Mbappe earns around $128 million a year, which is approximately BDT 1354 crore ($1 = BDT 105.82). Most of his earnings come from playing football, while he also gets money from endorsements and other sources.

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Lionel Messi

He is widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time and has won numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, including seven Ballon d’Or awards and recently winning the World Cup. Messi has achieved every single major award possible by a footballer.

Now he has a yearly income of $120 million or BDT 1269 crore ($1 = BDT 105.82) and is the second-richest footballer in the world, according to Forbes. Most of his fortune came when he played for FC Barcelona. Now he plays for Paris Saint Germain and still has a great pace at the age of 35 years.

In addition to his club and international success, Messi is also known for his philanthropic efforts. He has supported various charitable causes throughout his career.

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Cristiano Ronaldo

Ronaldo is a Portuguese professional footballer whose most recent club is Manchester United, and currently waiting to join a new club. He has achieved numerous awards and accomplishments in his career and is currently one of the richest footballers in the world.

With approximately $100 million or BDT 1058 crore ($1 = BDT 105.82), Ronaldo is the third richest footballer in 2022. Some of Ronaldo’s greatest achievements include winning the UEFA Champions League five times, the Premier League winner three times, winning La Liga twice with Real Madrid, EURO, and more.

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Neymar Jr.

Neymar Jr. is a Brazilian professional footballer who currently plays for Paris Saint-Germain and the Brazil national team. He is known for his speed, skill, and creativity on the pitch and has won numerous tournaments, such as Copa America with Brazil in 2019, Ligue 1 title, Coupe de France and more.

Neymar Jr. has also won numerous individual awards, including the South American Footballer of the Year twice (2011, 2012) and the Samba Gold award five times (2014, 2015, 2017, 2020, 2021). Neymar has a net income of $87 or around BDT 920 crore ($1 = BDT 105.82).

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Mohamed Salah

Salah is one of the big names in the English Premier League. Although he might not have any significant achievements for the national team in Egypt, he has some notable achievements in club football. Some of Mohamed Salah’s greatest career achievements include the Premier League title with Liverpool FC in 2019-20 and UEFA Champions League with Liverpool FC in 2018-19. Currently, Salah earnings is $53 million, which is BDT 560 crore ($1 = BDT 105.82) approximately.

Erling Haaland

Erling Haaland is one of the most promising young football stars in the world, who currently plays for Manchester City. He has achieved a great deal of success in his short career, winning various awards and accolades.

At the age of 22, some of his achievements are the 2019 FIFA U-20 World Cup Golden Boot, the 2020-21 UEFA Champions League Forward of the Season and more. Haaland’s earnings are $39 million or BDT 412 crore ($1 = BDT 105.82). He earns $35 million or BDT 370 crore from playing football, while the rest comes from endorsements.

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Robert Lewandowski

Robert Lewandowski is widely considered to be one of the top strikers of recent times and currently plays for FC Barcelona. He has achieved numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 2011, he was named Polish Footballer of the Year, and he has won the award a further nine times since.

His other achievements include FIFA Club World Cup 2020, Bundesliga (8 times), UEFA Champions League and more. This 35-year-old footballer has a net earning of $35 million or approximately BDT 370 crore ($1 = BDT 105.82) and makes him the seventh richest footballer in 2022.

Eden Hazard

Eden Hazard is one of the world’s most decorated footballers. He has achieved many awards throughout his career, which started in France during his time at Lille and has since moved to Chelsea and now he is playing for Real Madrid. Hazard has won the Premier League Player of the Season award in 2014–15, the PFA Young Player of the Year award, the PFA Team of the Year award and more.

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With the national team Belgium, Hazard took his team to the semi-finals of the World Cup 2018. With his move to Real Madrid, Hazard’s income becomes $31 million or around BDT 328 crore ($1 = BDT 105.82), making him the top 10 richest footballers in 2022.

Andrés Iniesta

Andrés Iniesta is one of the greatest footballers of his generation. During his illustrious career, Iniesta has achieved remarkable success both on the club and international levels. At the club level, Iniesta won a total of nine La Liga titles and four UEFA Champions League titles with Barcelona.

On the international level, Iniesta won the 2010 FIFA World Cup with Spain, Euro 2008 and Euro 2018. Currently playing for Vissel Kobe in the J1 league, Iniesta’s earnings are $30 million, which is approximately BDT 317 crore ($1 = BDT 105.82).

Kevin De Bruyne

Kevin De Bruyne is one of the most decorated footballers of the modern era, having already won numerous awards and achieved remarkable success for both club and country. He has won the Premier League title four times with Manchester City, the FA Cup once, and the League Cup five times.

Since 2015, Bruyne has been playing for Manchester City and his current income is $29 million or approximately BDT 306 crore ($1 = BDT 105.82).

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Final Words

These 10 highest-paid footballers in the world in 2022 are an elite group of highly skilled and successful players who commanded impressive salaries and endorsement deals. Their wealth was a testament to their talent and dedication to the sport, as well as the popularity and commercial success of professional football. These players were not only among the best in the world but also served as role models and inspirations for aspiring footballers everywhere.