Mohamed Salah leads the Top 10 Highest-Paid Players in the Turkish Super Lig in 2026 with a reported €17 million annual salary at Trabzonspor. Victor Osimhen ranks second on €15 million at Galatasaray, followed by Marco Asensio, Leroy Sané, Milan Škriniar and N’Golo Kanté.
The latest Turkish Super Lig salaries in 2026 put several of the league’s biggest earners on contracts worth more than €10 million a year. The ranking covers the highest-paid footballers in Turkey, their clubs and reported annual salaries.
The ranking uses reported annual salaries. Some sources calculate contract packages differently, so bonus payments and commercial income do not always form part of the annual wage figure.
Top 10 Highest-Paid Players in the Turkish Super Lig in 2026
| Rank | Player | Club | Reported Annual Salary |
| 1 | Mohamed Salah | Trabzonspor | €17m |
| 2 | Victor Osimhen | Galatasaray | €15m |
| 3 | Marco Asensio | Fenerbahçe | €13.8m |
| 4 | Leroy Sané | Galatasaray | €11.2m |
| 5 | Milan Škriniar | Fenerbahçe | €11.2m |
| 6 | N’Golo Kanté | Fenerbahçe | €11m |
| 7 | Leandro Trossard | Beşiktaş | €10m |
| 8 | Ederson | Fenerbahçe | €10m |
| 9 | Mason Greenwood | Fenerbahçe | €10m |
| 10 | Rafa Silva | Beşiktaş | €7.5m |
Salary figures refer to reported annual wages and exclude separate bonuses or commercial payments where sources list them separately.
1. Mohamed Salah – Trabzonspor
Mohamed Salah leads the ranking on a reported €17 million annual salary.
Trabzonspor offered the Egyptian forward a two-year contract after his departure from Liverpool. Reports also put the agreement at €5 million in bonuses and a share of shirt-sale revenue.
Salah arrived in Istanbul on 5 August, while Trabzonspor prepared his formal presentation in Turkey. Reuters reported that the club planned a signing ceremony in Trabzon on 6 August.
2. Victor Osimhen – Galatasaray
Victor Osimhen earns a reported €15 million per year at Galatasaray.
The Nigeria striker joined the Istanbul club permanently after spending the previous season there on loan. Galatasaray secured his long-term services after his performances during the loan campaign.
His reported €15 million annual salary places him second behind Salah.
3. Marco Asensio – Fenerbahçe
Marco Asensio earns €13.8 million per year at Fenerbahçe, according to SalaryLeaks.
The Spain international joined the Istanbul club after spells with Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain. His reported weekly wage stands at about €265,300, while his current contract runs through 2028.
4. Leroy Sané – Galatasaray
Leroy Sané takes fourth place with a reported €11.2 million annual salary.
The Germany international joined Galatasaray after leaving Bayern Munich. SalaryLeaks lists his weekly wage at about €215,300 and his contract through 2028.
5. Milan Škriniar – Fenerbahçe
Milan Škriniar earns a reported €11.2 million per year, matching Sané’s figure.
The Slovakia defender joined Fenerbahçe after his time with Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan. SalaryLeaks lists his weekly wage at roughly €215,300 and his contract through 2029.
6. N’Golo Kanté – Fenerbahçe
N’Golo Kanté earns a reported €11 million annually at Fenerbahçe.
The France midfielder moved to the Turkish club after playing in Saudi Arabia. SalaryLeaks puts his weekly wage at about €211,000 and lists his contract through 2028.
7. Leandro Trossard – Beşiktaş
Leandro Trossard earns a reported €10 million per year at Beşiktaş.
The Belgium international joined the Istanbul club after leaving Arsenal. SalaryLeaks lists his weekly wage at about €192,000 and his contract through 2029.
8. Ederson – Fenerbahçe
Ederson earns a reported €10 million annually at Fenerbahçe.
The Brazil goalkeeper joined the Turkish club after his previous spell in England. SalaryLeaks lists his weekly salary at approximately €192,300 and his contract through 2028.
9. Mason Greenwood – Fenerbahçe
Mason Greenwood earns a reported €10 million per year at Fenerbahçe.
The England forward joined the Turkish club after his previous spell in France. SalaryLeaks lists his weekly wage at around €192,300 and his contract through 2030.
10. Rafa Silva – Beşiktaş
Rafa Silva completes the list on a reported €7.5 million annual salary.
The Portugal international joined Beşiktaş after leaving Benfica. SalaryLeaks lists his weekly wage at about €144,500 and his contract through 2027.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the highest-paid player in the Turkish Super Lig in 2026?
Mohamed Salah holds the highest reported annual salary at €17 million after his move to Trabzonspor.
How much does Mohamed Salah earn in Turkey?
Salah earns a reported €17 million per year at Trabzonspor, with separate reports also citing bonuses and commercial terms.
How much does Victor Osimhen earn at Galatasaray?
Osimhen earns a reported €15 million per year at Galatasaray.
Who is the highest-paid Fenerbahçe player?
Marco Asensio leads Fenerbahçe’s salary ranking at a reported €13.8 million per year.
Who is the highest-paid Galatasaray player?
Victor Osimhen leads Galatasaray’s reported salary list at €15 million per year.
Who is the highest-paid Beşiktaş player?
Leandro Trossard leads Beşiktaş on a reported €10 million annual salary.
Which club does Mohamed Salah play for in Turkey?
Mohamed Salah is joining Trabzonspor after leaving Liverpool.
How many Fenerbahçe players appear in the top 10?
Five Fenerbahçe players appear in the list: Marco Asensio, Milan Škriniar, N’Golo Kanté, Ederson and Mason Greenwood.
Conclusion
Fenerbahçe has five players among the 10 highest earners, giving the club the largest representation on the list. Galatasaray and Beşiktaş each have two players, while Trabzonspor has one.
The ranking also shows how much the leading salaries vary. The top three earners command at least €13.8 million a year, while Rafa Silva enters the list on €7.5 million.
Salary figures can vary between sources because some reports include bonuses, signing payments or commercial income alongside basic wages. The amounts in this ranking therefore refer to reported annual salaries, with separate payments excluded where sources list them independently.
