Currently linked to Atlético de Madrid until June 2027, Diego Simeone should not leave the Colchoneros during the offseason. “El Cholo” could extend his contract, which provides him with a gross annual salary estimated between 25 and 34 million euros.
The 56-year-old Argentine technician is ahead of the Italian Simone Inzaghi. After losing in the Champions League final with Inter Milan last year against PSG, the former striker signed a massive gold deal to become the coach of Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia.
Pep Guardiola, Manchester City coach since 2016, completes the podium. The Spaniard is ahead of his compatriots Mikel Arteta and Luis Enrique, who will meet on May 30 at the Ferenc-Puskás stadium in Budapest, Hungary, for the C1 final.
Top 5 highest paid coaches in the world
Diego Simeone (Atlético de Madrid) — around €25-34 million/year
Simone Inzaghi (Al-Hilal, Saudi Arabia) — around €22-26 million/year
Pep Guardiola (Manchester City) — around €20-25 million/year
Mikel Arteta (Arsenal) — around €15-20 million/year
Luis Enrique (PSG) — around €12 million/year
This data comes from sources such as
Sportune And A.S.. This ranking is likely to change very soon depending on contract extensions, transfers and bonuses. Saudi figures are often higher on net due to taxation.
