5 highest-paid right-backs in the world right now

#3 Achraf Hakimi (Paris Saint-Germain) | £130,000 per week

Udinese Calcio v FC Internazionale - Serie A

Achraf Hakimi is competing with Trent Alexander-Arnold for the title of the best right-back in world football right now.

The 22-year-old has already experienced playing in top-flight leagues in Spain, Germany, Italy and France. Hakimi made his name as one of the best young players in the world during his time with Borussia Dortmund. It was surprising to see Real Madrid let him go to Inter Milan in 2020.

Hakimi played a pivotal role as Antonio Conte's men won the Serie A during his only season at the club. Paris Saint-Germain bought him this summer for £54 million. World-class in attack, the Morocco international has enjoyed an excellent start to life in France.

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#2 Juan Cuadrado (Juventus) | £150,000 per week

Juventus v FC Internazionale - Serie A

Few would have expected Juan Cuadrado to become one of the best right-backs in the world following his disappointing spell with Chelsea.

Cuadrado made his name as a winger for Fiorentina and joined Chelsea in a high-profile move in 2015. The move did not work out, and the Colombia international returned to Italy, this time joining Juventus on an initial loan deal that very year. Juventus eventually paid £18 million to make the deal permanent.

The 33-year old has done a good job for the Serie A giants. In 234 appearances in all competitions, Cuadrado has scored 20 goals and provided 54 assists. The former Udinese man has won five Serie A titles with his current club.

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#1 Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool) | £180,000 per week

Atletico Madrid v Liverpool FC: Group B - UEFA Champions League

It is not surprising that the best right-back in the world is also the highest-earning right-back in the game.

Trent Alexander-Arnold is regarded by many as a generational talent. A product of the Liverpool academy, the England international has rapidly become one of the best players in the Premier League. Alexander-Arnold boasts a unique skillset, with his technical prowess, passing ability and creativity all standing out.

There have also been calls for the 23-year old to be utilised in midfield due to his abilities. Alexander-Arnold is a world-class footballer who has made 189 appearances in all competitions for the club, scoring 10 goals and providing 48 assists.

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