The average under-23 player in the Premier League earns 2.13 million British pounds per year in basic pay, while 23-29 and 30-plus year old players earn an average of 3.52 and 3.17 million British pounds respectively.
Within each age group there is significant positional variability, with forwards and midfielders typically earning more than goalkeepers and defenders.
Average annual player salary in the Premier League in 2019/20, by age and position
(in million British pound)
Characteristic
Goalkeeper
Defender
Midfielder
Forwards
Total
Up to 23
0.84
1.83
2.12
3.04
2.13
23-29
3.21
3.01
3.82
4.03
3.52
30+
2.2
2.92
4.63
4.57
3.28
All ages
2.41
2.75
3.56
3.84
3.17
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