Top 5 highest paid goalkeepers in the world right now

Manchester United v Stoke City - Premier League
David de Gea is one of the best goalkeepers in the world and commands a lofty pay package

#1 David de Gea (Manchester United)

Manchester United v Crystal Palace - Premier League
The Spaniard has been in stunning form for Manchester United for the last couple of seasons

Third Premier League keeper on this list. The 27-year-old is arguably the best goalkeeper in the world right now, and is currently the highest earning goalkeeper in world football, with a staggering salary of £10.4 million per year, which comes down to £200,000-a-week.

David de Gea is known for his stunning reflexes, agility, and shot-stopping ability. He uses his legs brilliantly and his positional awareness is outstanding. He was the winner of Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year for three seasons in a row (2013/14, 2014/15, 2015/16).

He is into his seventh season at Old Trafford and has made 298 appearances for Manchester United. In his 224 Premier League appearances so far, the Spaniard has kept 89 clean sheets and has made a whopping total of 614 saves.

Since joining United in 2011, de Gea has taken them to the Premier League title in 2012–13, in addition to success in the FA Cup, the EFL Cup, the FA Community Shield, and the UEFA Europa League.

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