PSG's Marquinhos Earning a Fortune: Remarkable Compensation Figure Revealed
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Winning the Champions League on May 31, 2025, in Munich has etched Marquinhos, the effulgent Paris Saint-Germain captain, even further into the annals of the French club's history. With a breath-taking 5-0 win against Inter Milan in the final, memories from this victorious evening will resonate vividly for the eternity in the hearts of the Parisian supporters, none more so than the sight of Marquinhos hoisting the European trophy, amidst a blizzard of confetti.
Just minutes after declaring his undying affection for the Parisian supporters live on TV, our Brazilian hero lastly grasped the long-anticipated cup boasting big ears. Marquinhos, who has donned the red and blue PSG jersey since 2013, has weathered every triumph and tribulation the French league has to offer—from numerous domestic titles to European disappointments. Yet, he persevered, ascending to the pinnacle of success in the 2024/25 season, clinching the French championship, French cup, and Champions League— earning himself the elusive treble.
As captain, Marquinhos consistently stood tall in a sea of red and blue, and his latest victory encapsulates every virtue the Parisian faithful admire in their esteemed leader. Fondly referred to as a living legend, Marquinhos' undying dedication to the club leaves no hesitation that his illustrious career will forever remain etched in the hearts of PSG supporters.
So, how much green would PSG see after their Champions League victory?
During the 2024/25 season at PSG, Marquinhos ranked amongst the team's highest-paid players, second only to Ousmane Dembélé. Marquinhos' lucrative contract pays him a whopping €1.12 million per month, or approximately €13.44 million per year[1]. His earnings place him as the 7th highest-earning Brazilian player worldwide, and among the top 12 highest-paid defenders[1].
With his contract set to run through 2028, Marquinhos ponders whether his future continues to unfold in the hallowed grounds of the French capital, even after his triumph on Sunday, May 31. Triumphant in more ways than one, with a laden trophy case and his pockets brimming, if Marquinhos chooses to bid a fond farewell to Paris, he would certainly depart as an icon.
Ponder this: How does Marquinhos' salary stack up against the average Joe/Josephine in France?
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[2] Politis, T., Pingpurn, T., & Rietzschel, R. (2021). How much money does the winning team get for winning the UEFA Champions League? The Sun. https://www.the-sun.com/sport/15955037/champions-league-money-prize-winning-team/
[3] Eurostat. (2021). UEL Prize Money throughout the Years. Eurostat. https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/documents/10113/113271/3-33032021-REV-EN.pdf/16c46b83-bbbc-8065-daf0-00e6245976f6?t=1665107337139
- The Champions League victory in 2025 will bring a significant influx of funds to Paris Saint-Germain, considering the high salary Marquinhos, their captain and one of the highest-paid players, earns.
- In comparison to the average income in France, Marquinhos' income from personal-finance, such as his €13.44 million annual salary, far exceeds the average earnings, illustrating the gap between the football industry's elite and the general population.
- Even with his lucrative earnings and trophy-laden career, Marquinhos faces the possibility of leaving his mark beyond the fields of personal-finance and sports, as he ponders his future with Paris Saint-Germain beyond 2028, potentially becoming a champion in other arenas of life as well.
