The richest footballers in the world with a new No.1 and an Arsenal legend and Chelsea star getting a place

9. Gianluigi Buffon – £52m

Who says goalkeepers don’t get the same riches as strikers eh? Having been at the top of his game between the sticks for over a decade at Juventus, the Italy captain is also a savvy businessman.

Buffon’s investment in Zucchi in 2013 earned the 36-year-old an eye-watering £16m in just two months and heavy endorsements from Puma also helps.