Athletic Club
Athletic Club has one of the most distinctive wage structures in Spanish football. Unlike other clubs, Athletic only signs players of Basque heritage, which limits their recruitment options but also fosters a strong sense of team identity and loyalty. Their highest-paid player is Iñaki Williams, who earns approximately €220,000 per week, reflecting his significance to the squad.
Athletic Club wage Bill 2024/25:
Athletic Club currently has a wage bill of approximately €90 million (approximately £80 million), positioning them in the mid-table range for spending in La Liga. What distinguishes them is their commitment to developing talent through their academy, Lezama, and providing competitive wages to retain their top homegrown players.
| Player Name | Weekly Wage | Yearly Salary | Age | Nationality |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iñaki Williams | £220,000.00 | £11,440,000.00 | 31 Years | Ghanaian |
| Nico Williams | £200,000.00 | £10,400,000.00 | 23 Years | Spanish |
| Unai Simón | £82,000.00 | £4,264,000.00 | 28 Years | Spanish |
| Yuri Berchiche | £82,000.00 | £4,264,000.00 | 35 Years | Spanish |
| Dani Vivian | £60,000.00 | £3,120,000.00 | 26 Years | Spanish |
| Oihan Sancet | £48,000.00 | £2,496,000.00 | 25 Years | Spanish |
| Yeray Álvarez | £46,000.00 | £2,392,000.00 | 30 Years | Spanish |
| Mikel Vesga | £40,000.00 | £2,080,000.00 | 32 Years | Spanish |
| Gorka Guruzeta | £40,000.00 | £2,080,000.00 | 29 Years | Spanish |
| Álvaro Djaló | £36,000.00 | £1,872,000.00 | 26 Years | Spanish |
| Andoni Gorosabel | £30,000.00 | £1,560,000.00 | 29 Years | Spanish |
| Óscar de Marcos | £24,000.00 | £1,248,000.00 | 36 Years | Spanish |
| Aitor Paredes | £24,000.00 | £1,248,000.00 | 25 Years | Spanish |
| Álex Berenguer | £24,000.00 | £1,248,000.00 | 30 Years | Spanish |
| Beñat Prados | £24,000.00 | £1,248,000.00 | 24 Years | Spanish |
| Iñigo Lekue | £19,000.00 | £988,000.00 | 32 Years | Spanish |