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One of the Premier League’s so-called ‘Big Six’, Tottenham Hotspur are home to some of England’s most high-profile players.
However, unlike some of their rivals, Tottenham’s wage bill isn’t anywhere near as staggering. Reports have often suggested that Spurs chairman Daniel Levy tends to use large bonuses rather than hefty weekly payments to entice players to the club. And the figures available would seem to back that idea up.
Without further ado, let’s take a look at the wages of the 19 highest-paid Tottenham players.
Note: all figures taken from Spotrac.com. For the purposes of this article, data regarding Steven Bergwijn, Moussa Sissoko, Japhet Tanganga and Ryan Sessegnon was unavailable.
#19 Kyle Walker-Peters (Right-Back) - £20,000 per week
Currently on loan at Southampton, right-back Kyle Walker-Peters is reportedly the lowest-paid player in Tottenham’s first-team squad. The 23-year old broke into the Spurs senior team in the 2017-18 season, and since then has made only a handful of appearances for the club.
Despite some promising performances – he registered three assists in a single game against Bournemouth in December 2018 – it’s fully expected that Walker-Peters will join Southampton on a permanent deal this summer. Thus far into his loan spell, he’s made five appearances for the Saints.
#18 Paulo Gazzaniga (Goalkeeper) - £20,000 per week
Tottenham’s backup goalkeeper, Paulo Gazzaniga was called into action for a long spell during the current season following an injury to club captain Hugo Lloris. The Argentine put in some solid performances, including making a penalty save in January’s 0-0 draw with Watford.
With a contract worth just £20k per week, Gazzaniga is relatively low-paid compared to rival clubs’ backup goalkeepers. But now he’s proven himself an able deputy, there’s every chance he could receive a raise when talks begin over his next deal.
#17 Juan Foyth (Defender) - £21,500 per week
After some decent moments in the 2018-19 season – including his first Tottenham goal in the club’s 1-0 win over Crystal Palace – the current campaign has been disappointing for Juan Foyth. The 22-year-old Argentine international has made just seven appearances, largely due to a string of injuries.
Capable of playing in central defence and at right-back, Foyth still has time to turn things around at Tottenham. His relatively low salary hardly makes him a burden to the club, but with Jose Mourinho reportedly looking at a number of new right-backs, his future is hard to determine right now.
#16 Harry Winks (Midfielder) - £50,000 per week
When Mourinho initially arrived at Tottenham, many fans questioned whether midfielder Harry Winks was “his kind of player”. Those fears seem to have subsided now, as Mourinho appears to value his neat passing range and ability on the ball highly.
A first-team regular, Winks has made 37 appearances this season and is now an England regular, too. But with his current £50k-per-week deal running until 2024, he may have to wait a little while before receiving a pay rise in his next contract.
#15 Danny Rose (Left-Back) - £60,000 per week
It appears that left-back Danny Rose’s time at Tottenham is coming towards its end. Currently on loan at Newcastle, Rose has expressed his desire to leave the club and it appears that Mourinho will be more than happy to oblige by allowing him to move this summer.
Currently on a contract worth £60k per week, it’s unlikely that wages will be a stumbling block to a move for Rose. The England international was once one of Tottenham’s most prized assets, but injuries and a loss of form have built up over the last few years. With his current deal set to expire in 2021, it’s definitely the right time for both parties to end their relationship.
#14 Eric Dier (Midfielder/Defender) - £60,000 per week
This past week has seen plenty of reports regarding Eric Dier. The midfielder – who has recently been converted into a centre-back by Mourinho – was banned by the FA for four games on a misconduct charge. He’s also currently in discussions with Tottenham regarding a new contract.
The England international’s current deal expires in 2021 and reports have suggested that he’s asking for a hefty raise to stay. Sources suggest he’s looking for around £86k per week – which would bump him into the seventh spot on this list.
He’s become a key player for Mourinho recently – starting all of Tottenham’s post-lockdown games prior to his suspension. Therefore, it's likely the club will acquiesce to his demands.
#13 Ben Davies (Left-Back) - £60,000 per week
With Danny Rose set to depart the club, Welsh international Ben Davies is undisputedly Tottenham’s #1 left-back these days. And since returning from an injury in February, the 27-year old has been almost an ever-present for Mourinho’s side.
Davies’ form might not have been the best in the current season – no goals or assists compared to two goals and six assists in 2017-18. But he remains a key man for Tottenham. With a contract that runs until 2024 and only youngster Ryan Sessegnon in competition for his spot, it’s likely the Welshman will be a staple in the first-team for years to come.
#12 Davinson Sanchez (Defender) - £65,000 per week
Colombian centre-back Davinson Sanchez is now in the midst of his third season at Tottenham. A solid performer since his £42m move from Ajax in 2017, Sanchez’s pace and power make him an important asset in the Spurs back-line.
At 24 years old and with a current deal running for another four years, it appears that Sanchez has a bright future at Tottenham. Mourinho currently seems to favour a partnership of the Colombian and Eric Dier at the heart of the Spurs defence. So it’ll be interesting to see how well they fare in the 2020-21 season.
#11 Giovani Lo Celso (Midfielder) - £70,000 per week
A summer signing from Real Betis, Giovani Lo Celso has become a wildly popular man since his arrival at Tottenham. The Argentine was expected to bring creativity and an eye for goal to the Spurs midfield. But he’s also shown a combative nature, something that’s made him a favourite with Mourinho and with the fans.
It seems like the best is yet to come for Lo Celso, so Tottenham fans will be happy that his £70k-per-week deal runs until 2025. Expect him to become a real key man for Mourinho’s side going into the 2020-21 campaign.
#10 Serge Aurier (Right-Back) - £70,000 per week
A hugely divisive figure amongst Tottenham fans, Serge Aurier has practically become the team’s first-choice right-back by default this season. And while he hasn’t performed badly per se – registering two goals and seven assists – he’s also wildly inconsistent.
The Ivorian international has given away multiple penalties this season and has also been susceptible to plenty of defensive mistakes. Whether he’ll still be Tottenham’s right-back next season is a question mark – especially as he’s been linked with a move to Monaco in recent weeks.
#9 Lucas Moura (Forward) - £80,000 per week
Tottenham fans will naturally always have a soft spot for Brazilian forward Lucas Moura. That is, of course, because it was his hat-trick against Ajax in May 2019 that took the club to their first Champions League final.
Since that fateful night, Moura has been somewhat inconsistent. He’s made 43 appearances this season, scoring seven goals and registering three assists. The Brazilian remains a key man for Spurs due to his pace and clever dribbling ability. But with rumours linking him with a move away from the club, his time in North London may be coming to an end.
#8 Erik Lamela (Midfielder) - £80,000 per week
When Tottenham sold Gareth Bale to Real Madrid back in 2013 for upwards of £80m, they signed seven players to attempt to replace him. Of those seven, only one man remains – Argentine attacker Erik Lamela. And while he’s struggled with injuries during his time at the club, he’s currently seen as a key man by Mourinho.
Lamela has made 32 appearances this season, scoring four goals and registering six assists. Renowned for his combative style, the Argentine is well-liked by Spurs fans. And with his £80k-per-week contract running until 2022, he should remain at the club for the foreseeable future.
#7 Toby Alderweireld (Defender) - £80,000 per week
This time last year it felt like Toby Alderweireld was almost certainly set to leave Tottenham. The Belgian defender was entering into the final year of his contract, and it was thought that numerous big clubs were interested in his services.
Thankfully for Tottenham fans, Alderweireld decided to stick around. He signed a new £80k-per-week deal with the club in December 2019 to keep him in London until 2023. And with his experience, passing range and heading ability, he should remain a first-team staple deep into the latter stages of his career.
#6 Jan Vertonghen (Defender) - £100,000 per week
In just a couple of weeks’ time, it’s likely that Jan Vertonghen will no longer be on this list. The Belgian veteran looks set to depart Tottenham at the end of the season, after signing an extension to keep him at the club for the remainder of the 2019-20 campaign.
Where Vertonghen’s next destination is remains a mystery, although he’s expressed an interest in moving back to Ajax. The 33-year old will leave Tottenham as a true fan favourite, after spending a total of seven seasons at the club. His leadership, defensive abilities and experience will definitely be missed.
#5 Hugo Lloris (Goalkeeper) - £100,000 per week
Tottenham’s current captain, goalkeeper Hugo Lloris remains one of the Premier League’s most reliable shot-stoppers. Sure, he’s prone to the odd gaffe – such as his error that led to a goal against Southampton in September 2019. But overall, Tottenham are a far better side for his presence.
At 33 years old Lloris has plenty of years left in him yet. And thankfully for Spurs fans, his current contract runs until 2022 and he’s shown no interest in leaving the club. He might be one of Tottenham’s higher-paid players on £100k per week, but it’s hard to dispute that he’s worth it.
#4 Dele Alli (Attacker) - £100,000 per week
When Jose Mourinho took over at Tottenham in November, one of his stated aims was to get the best out of Dele Alli. The ultra-talented attacker had been out of form for some time. But since Mourinho’s arrival, he’s shown more glimpses of excellence. Alli has scored nine goals and registered six assists, an improvement on his 2018-19 return.
At just 24 years old, Alli has not yet reached his prime despite starring for Tottenham for the past five seasons. And with a contract that runs until 2024, Mourinho will be hoping that he can continue to see an improvement in the England international’s form in the next couple of seasons.
#3 Heung-min Son (Forward) - £140,000 per week
Aside from Harry Kane, no player has been as important to the Tottenham cause in recent years than Heung Min Son. His pace and goalscoring ability from wide areas make him one of the most dangerous players in the Premier League. And he’s shown a penchant for scoring key goals at just the right time.
This season has seen the South Korean score 16 goals while registering 11 assists, making him arguably Tottenham’s most effective attacker. With his £140k-per-week contract running until 2024, it appears that Son’s prime years will be spent in North London, where he’s a firm fan favourite.
#2 Tanguy Ndombele (Midfielder) - £200,000 per week
Tottenham’s record signing, costing €62m from Lyon in the summer of 2019, the jury is still out on Tanguy Ndombele. The French midfielder clearly has tremendous ability. But thus far, Tottenham fans have only seen glimpses of it. Injuries have hampered his time at the club. But so have a series of public spats with Jose Mourinho.
Current reports suggest that the Frenchman is set to remain at Tottenham for the foreseeable future. However, due to a hefty contract that reportedly pays him £200k per week, if he doesn’t settle next season, it wouldn’t be a shock to see the club cash in. Spurs fans will be hoping that won’t be the case, of course.
#1 Harry Kane (Striker) – £200,000 per week
The jewel in Tottenham’s crown, it should come as no surprise that Harry Kane is the club’s highest-paid player. Kane is on a contract worth reportedly £200k per week before bonuses.
The England captain hasn’t enjoyed the best 2019-20 campaign thanks to injuries. But he’s still delivered 19 goals and is currently one goal away from the 200 mark in his overall career.
Tottenham’s third-highest all-time goalscorer, Kane has been linked with a move away from the club in recent weeks. But with a contract that runs until 2024, the chance of Spurs letting him go remains low. If Jose Mourinho wants Tottenham to see real success, then he must get the best out of Kane, who remains one of the best strikers in the game.
