With the African Cup of Nations kicking off on December 21st and running until January 18th, all eyes are on the list of the highest-paid players, led by luminaries from European and Saudi leagues, such as Achraf Hakimi, Riyad Mahrez, Sadio Mané, alongside the Egyptian duo Mohamed Salah and Omar Marmoush, who continue to write new chapters of continental and global brilliance. The Africa Cup of Nations 2025 is not just about the competition on the pitch; the rivalry extends to astronomical figures off it. The continent's star players represent their national teams with massive contracts and weekly salaries that place them among the highest-paid in world football. Below is a list of the top 10 highest-paid players at the tournament, according to...
