This Thursday, L’Equipe dedicated several pages to the gross salaries of Ligue 1 players, including a top 30 list for the 2025-2026 season. Unsurprisingly, Paris Saint-Germain features prominently. However, it’s worth noting that they have a starting lineup and substitutes, even though they have a project with fewer “stars.”
The top 30 monthly gross salaries, according to L’Equipe’s estimates.
While the sports daily may have a good idea of salaries before compiling such a ranking, a degree of caution is still warranted. The newspaper has previously issued denials regarding similar claims, clarifying that these are estimates and not definitive figures.
Nevertheless, it’s reasonable to assume that PSG’s position at the top of the list is due to its financial resources, which don’t come solely from Qatar, as some still claim. Above all, there is now a solid foundation in terms of image and marketing to generate significant revenue. This is essential for Financial Fair Play compliance.
It’s also worth noting the strong presence of Olympique de Marseille, which aligns well with their 3rd place in Ligue 1, even though Marseille only seems to discuss their budget when competing against PSG. Conversely, RC Lens, currently 2nd in the league, is absent, a sign that money isn’t everything, even if it is an asset. This is even clearer when looking at the salary rankings, where Lens is 10th, Nice 7th, and Paris FC 9th, a far cry from their relegation battles in the sporting standings.
