Mikel Arteta Becomes the World’s Highest-Paid Football Manager

Mikel Arteta has risen to the top of the list of the world’s highest-paid football managers after extending his contract with English club Arsenal.

The 44-year-old manager is set to earn approximately €26 million per year. Previously, his annual salary was around €17.3 million.

Simone Inzaghi, head coach of Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal, ranks second with an annual income of €25.7 million. Diego Simeone, manager of Spanish side Atlético Madrid, completes the top three with earnings of €23.2 million per year.

Arteta’s new contract with Arsenal runs until the summer of 2030.

The Spanish manager has been in charge of the London club since 2019. During the 2025–2026 season, he led Arsenal to the English Premier League title.