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One of the most recognisable clubs in the world, Liverpool have made some interesting and high profile signings in the recent past. While unsurprisingly the English players in the squad get paid really well, some of the wages of consistent and good performers like Emre Can and Sadio Mane are pretty surprising.
Premier League teams are undoubtedly paid very well, but if you compare the Red's wage bill to top teams like Manchester United, Manchester City, Real Madrid and Barcelona, the Merseyside giants are actually nowhere near the other big clubs in terms of wages. Without much ado, let us take a look at the wages of 20 Liverpool first team stars.
#20 Dominic Solanke (Striker) - £20,000/week
Winner of the Golden Ball for his stunning performances in the U-20 World Cup, Dominic Solanke arrived at Liverpool this summer after the expiration of his Chelsea contract. One of the most promising young strikers in the league, the 20-year-old England international will be hoping to get more minutes and prove his worth to Liverpool and Jurgen Klopp.
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#19 Loris Karius (Goalkeeper) - £25,000/week
The German goalkeeper has endured a tough start to his Liverpool career so far, but after winning Jurgen Klopp's faith and becoming Liverpool's 'number 1', the shot-stopper will be hoping to replicate the form he showed at Mainz.
Still only 24, Klopp will be hoping that Karius fulfils his potential and becomes a top-notch goalkeeper in the future.
Karius was actually one of the best goalkeepers in Bundesliga before making a move to Liverpool in 2016.
#18 Alberto Moreno (Left-back) - £40,000/week
Having been very much second choice last season behind James Milner, Alberto Moreno's future at Liverpool looked very uncertain. However, the Spaniard made a strong comeback to the side this season and has put in consistent performances whenever he has played.
The Spaniard has lost his place in the starting XI to Andy Robertson due to injury and Moreno will be looking to make the left-back berth his own once again.
#17 Andrew Robertson (Left-back) - £50,000/week
Bought from Hull City at the start of this season, Andrew Robertson has quickly become a fan favourite with his hardworking and tireless displays for Liverpool. Although there is still plenty of room for improvement, Robertson is quickly looking like one of the most intelligent signings Liverpool have made in recent times.
Robertson probably had his best game against Manchester City.
#16 Emre Can (Central Midfielder) - £55,000/week
One of Liverpool's most called upon players this season, Emre Can's contract is running out this summer and it will be interesting to see whether the German will renew or join a new club after the end of this season. A versatile player capable of playing multiple roles, Klopp will be hoping that the German star stays on and signs a new contract as soon as possible.
#15 Ragnar Klavan (Centre-back) - £55,000/week
The Estonian centre-back has been solid at the back and has arguably been Liverpool's most consistent defender this season. A calming presence on the field, Klavan has cut down on his errors and put in many last-ditch tackles and goal-saving blocks this season.
He also became the first Estonian to score in the Premier League and Klopp knows that Klavan will always perform the job with utmost professionalism whenever he is called upon.
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#14 Simon Mignolet (Goalkeeper) - £60,000/week
Starting off the season as Liverpool's 'number 1', Simon Mignolet has seen his spot being awarded to Karius in recent weeks. The Belgian shot-stopper made one too many mistakes and it will be interesting to see if he does indeed remain in the team beyond this season.
Goalkeepers usually do not like to play second fiddle and it looks difficult for Mignolet to reclaim his starting spot at the moment.
#13 Danny Ings (Striker) - £60,000/week
One of the most unfortunate players in the Liverpool squad, Danny Ings has had terrible luck with injuries ever since he made the move from Burnley. Having recently worked his way back to full fitness, the 25-year-old star will be hoping to finally get some opportunities this season.
Extremely hardworking and intelligent, Ings could yet go on to play a decisive role in the last few months of this season.
When fit, Ings can be quite a handful for opposition defenders
#12 Joel Matip (Centre-back) - £70,000/week
The big Cameroonian centre-back has surprisingly been a bit off the boil this season. Easily Liverpool's best defender last season, great things were expected off Matip this time around. However, Matip has struggled to impose himself in the game and has been at fault on multiple occasions this season.
With Virgil van Dijk's arrival, Matip will be competing along with Lovren and Klavan for the other centre-back spot.
#11 Nathaniel Clyne (Right-back) - £70,000/week
Out with a long-term back injury, Nathaniel Clyne has yet to make a single appearance for Liverpool this season. The England international is on his way back to full fitness though and we might be able to see the right-back in action in the coming weeks.
With the World Cup coming up, Clyne will be desperate to get fit and prove to England manager Gareth Southgate that he is good enough to be included in the 23-man squad.
#10 Dejan Lovren (Centre-back) - £90,000/week
Croatian centre-back Dejan Lovren is a man who often polarises opinions at Anfield. Excellent in one instant and exasperating in the very next, Lovren recently signed a new contract tieing him down to Liverpool until 2021.
After his horror show against Tottenham at Wembley, Lovren has slowly rediscovered his best form and has been dependable in the last few weeks.
#9 Georginio Wijnaldum (Central midfielder) - £90,000/week
Having already made 32 appearances for Liverpool this season, Georginio Wijnaldum is one of Liverpool's unsung heroes. Bringing dynamism, energy and a never say die attitude to Klopp's midfield, the Netherlands international has stood up more often than not and put in good performances in key moments.
With Wijnaldum incredibly yet to score an away goal in the Premier League, the midfielder will be hoping to break the hoodoo sooner rather than later.
#8 Sadio Mane (Winger) - £90,000/week
Although Mane has not had the best of seasons compared to his own incredibly high standards, the Senegalese winger's numbers are still pretty impressive. Already having scored 9 goals and contributed 6 assists this season, the 25-year-old star has formed a fearsome attacking trio along with Roberto Firmino and Mohamed Salah.
Mane's wages of £90,000/week is slightly surprising though as he is undoubtedly one of Liverpool's best players.
#7 Roberto Firmino (Forward) - £100,000/week
Probably the most underrated player in the Premier League, Roberto Firmino is one of Jurgen Klopp's most important players in the side. The Brazilian sets the tone for Klopp's famous Geggenpressing and works tirelessly for the team's cause.
With Klopp keen on extending his contract, Firmino can expect a handsome wage rise if he does indeed sign a new contract.
#6 Jordan Henderson (Central midfielder) - £100,000/week
Jordan Henderson might be much maligned by some sections of the fans and media, but there is no denying his importance to the team. An excellent number 6, the England international brings solidity to the team and Liverpool look much mroe organised and complete when he plays in the anchor role.
Although he will never be as good as Gerrard, Henderson has certainly proved to be a good leader for Liverpool both on and off the pitch.
#5 Adam Lallana (Attacking midfielder) - £120,000/week
One of Liverpool's best players last season, Adam Lallana has struggled for fitness this season having made only one start in the Premier League so far. Extremely skilled on the ball and very intelligent at pressing, Klopp will be hoping that the England international comes back to full form and fitness as soon as possible.
#4 James Milner (Central midfielder) - £120,000/week
Joining Liverpool for free after the expiration of his Manchester City contract, James Milner has been one of Liverpool's most consistent performers in the past 2 seasons. Having played in multiple positions like left-back, central midfield and even on the wings, the former England international has certainly done enough to merit his relatively high wage.
Milner also adds experience to the dressing room and Klopp definitely values the professionalism and discipline Milner brings to the current Liverpool squad.
#3 Mohamed Salah (Forward) - £120,000/week
Has there ever been a signing who has settled in the Premier League so quickly? Mohamed Salah has been in stunning form ever since he made the move to Liverpool from Roma and the Egyptian forward has shown no signs of slowing down.
Extremely quick, skilled and capable of scoring some stunning goals, Salah is locked in a race for the golden boot with Harry Kane. Liverpool will definitely need to raise the wages of Salah soon if they are to ward off interest from rival clubs.
#2 Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain (Midfielder) - £125,000/week
Although Chamberlain took a pay cut to join Liverpool, he is still the second highest paid player in this squad. Bought from Arsenal on deadline day, the England international has slowly integrated himself into the squad and put in some glorious performances in important matches.
His finest performance probably came in the pulsating 4-3 victory against Manchester City and Jurgen Klopp will be hoping to see more of the same from his expensive summer acquisition.
#1 Virgil van Dijk (Centre-back) - £180,000/week
Having finally joined Liverpool for a mammoth £75 million in the January transfer window, it is perhaps unsurprising that the Netherlands international is the highest paid player in the Liverpool squad.
Although his Liverpool career has slightly stuttered after his dream debut against Everton, Klopp will be quietly confident that the 26-year-old will soon justify his price tag.
Source - Total Sportek via Express
