Arsenal Players' Salaries for 2025-26: Viktor Gyokeres as a Top Earner as Arsenal Shells Out Heavily in Pursuit of Trophies
Arsenal's Transfer Activity and 2022-23 Season Review
In the 2022-23 Premier League season, Arsenal aimed high, targeting a top-four finish and Champions League qualification. However, a supercomputer prediction suggested that they would finish fifth, narrowly missing out on Champions League spots [1].
The Gunners bolstered their squad with key signings to address areas of need. Oleksandar Zinchenko, a versatile defender/midfielder from Manchester City, joined the team, along with forward Gabriel Jesus, known for his creative and clinical attacking presence [1].
Other newcomers include Swedish striker Viktor Gyokeres, who arrived from Sporting Lisbon after a stellar season where he scored 39 goals and a Champions League hat-trick against Manchester City. Riccardo Calafiori, Martin Zubimendi, Cristhian Mosquera, Noni Madueke, and Kepa Arrizabalaga also joined the team.
Despite these additions, Arsenal fell short of their objective, finishing fifth as predicted [1]. The squad enhancement aimed to improve the team's performance, but the results did not align with preseason expectations.
As the new season approaches, Arsenal's focus shifts to the upcoming Premier League campaign. They will kick off against Manchester United on Sunday. Key players such as Bukayo Saka, William Saliba, and Gabriel Martinelli will be crucial to the team's success.
In terms of player salaries, Kai Havertz is Arsenal's highest-paid player for the 2025-26 season, earning £280,000 per week. Gabriel Jesus is the second-highest paid, earning £265,000 per week. Other notable salaries include Riccardo Calafiori (£120,000 per week), David Raya (£100,000 per week), and Takehiro Tomiyasu (£100,000 per week).
The club has spent nearly £200 million in the transfer market this season, with the salaries of Christian Norgaard, Noni Madueke, and Kepa Arrizabalaga yet to be disclosed. The weekly salaries of Jurrien Timber and Leandro Trossard are also not known.
With a new season on the horizon, Arsenal will be eager to learn from their past experiences and strive for success. Their opening match against Manchester United promises to be an exciting start to what promises to be a thrilling season.
[1] Source: Supercomputer Predictions - [Link to the source]
