Top 10 Highest-Paid EFL Championship Players For the 2024/25 Campaign.
- Think Football Ideas
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Updated: 12 hours ago
While the Championship might be England’s second tier, there’s certainly nothing second-rate about the salaries some players are pocketing.
With parachute payments, big club ambitions, and the draw of Premier League returns, the league has become a magnet for serious talent—and serious wages. Let’s meet the 10 highest-paid players currently lighting up (or at least cashing in on) the 2024/25 EFL Championship season.
Below Are The Top 10 Highest-Paid Championship Players For the 2024/25 Campaign
1. Patrick Bamford (Leeds United) – £70,000/week
Topping the money list is none other than Patrick Bamford—Leeds United’s forward, who’s earning a Premier League paycheck while operating in the Championship. Injuries may have kept him from consistently featuring this season, but his past exploits and top-flight experience have cemented his value.
Bamford, once tipped for England stardom, is still beloved at Elland Road despite a frustratingly stop-start campaign. Whether he’ll finish the season in a Leeds shirt—or even in the league—is a question fans are quietly mulling.
2. Junior Firpo (Leeds United) – £60,000/week
Junior Firpo’s time in England got off to a rocky start, but the 2024-25 campaign has seen a rejuvenated full-back roaring down the left for Leeds. With three goals and nine assists this term, he’s become integral to Daniel Farke’s system, blending defensive grit with flair in the final third.
His weekly pay reflects both his pedigree (Barcelona alumni, no less) and his newfound consistency. Whether Leeds can hang on to him next season is another matter entirely.
3. Aaron Ramsey (Cardiff City) – £50,000/week
There’s always something poetic about a hometown return, and Aaron Ramsey’s decision to rejoin Cardiff City felt just that. The former Arsenal maestro is one of Welsh football’s most adored figures.
While fitness issues have limited his Championship impact, his presence—on and off the pitch—is priceless to the Bluebirds. At £50k a week, he’s among the elite earners in the league, and when fit, still capable of moments that remind everyone why Juventus once paid handsomely for his talents.
4. Pascal Struijk (Leeds United) – £50,000/week
Strong, composed, and criminally underrated, Pascal Struijk is a rock in Leeds’ backline. A one-club man since turning pro, the Dutch-born defender has quietly become a key figure in Leeds' leadership group, often captaining the side. His £50,000 salary is a reflection of his growing stature—both in the dressing room and in the Championship itself.
5. Dan James (Leeds United) – £50,000/week
Once criticised for his erratic end product, Dan James has flourished under Daniel Farke. The Welsh speedster has found consistency, confidence, and a killer instinct that Leeds fans have long hoped for.
With promotion in sight, James has been one of the club’s standout performers with nine assists, and his wage reflects both his international pedigree and current impact.
6. Josh Brownhill (Burnley) – £45,000/week
Burnley’s midfield engine, Josh Brownhill, has become synonymous with hard work, discipline, and underrated quality. He has notched 13 league goals this season.
A cornerstone of their 2022/23 promotion and an experienced campaigner, Brownhill continues to lead by example under Scott Parker. £45,000 a week? Fair pay for a man who rarely gives less than 100%.
7. Calum Chambers (Cardiff City) – £45,000/week
Once destined for stardom at Arsenal, Calum Chambers has had to endure a career pockmarked by injuries and near-misses. Now at Cardiff, he’s finding minutes, rhythm, and possibly redemption. The £45k paycheck shows the belief the club has in his ability to become a defensive cornerstone—if his fitness holds up.
8. Moussa Sissoko (Watford) – £45,000/week
Veteran Presence, Midfield Muscle
Moussa Sissoko might be in the twilight of his career, but his legs still have plenty of miles left. With Champions League experience and over 70 caps for France, he brings unmatched pedigree to Watford’s midfield. At £45k a week, he’s not just here to mentor—he’s here to contribute, and he's doing just that.
9. Angelo Ogbonna (Watford) – £45,000/week
Having spent nearly a decade at West Ham, Angelo Ogbonna now lends his defensive know-how to Watford. Though not a regular starter, his leadership and presence in the dressing room are invaluable. £45,000 might seem steep for a squad player, but when the pressure hits, it’s experience like Ogbonna’s that steadies the ship.
10. Brenden Aaronson (Leeds United) – £40,000/week
The Comeback Yank
Signed with great expectations from RB Salzburg, Brenden Aaronson’s Leeds journey has had its bumps—including a season-long loan to Union Berlin. But now back in West Yorkshire, he’s playing with more maturity and bite.
While his output hasn’t always lived up to the billing, the American remains a key creative spark. His £40k wage is a reminder of his Premier League roots and the belief the club still has in his growth.
With Leeds dominating the list—five of the top ten earners—it’s clear they're going all in on a Premier League return. The presence of seasoned internationals like Ramsey, Sissoko, and Ogbonna also underscores just how elite the Championship has become.
This isn’t just a proving ground for up-and-comers—it’s a serious league filled with serious talent… and serious paychecks.
(Data reflects permanent signings only; loan players not included. Source: Capology)
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