Therichest soccer players in South Africa in 2025have earned millions through their careers, thanks to their excellent skills.
Their legacies on the field have inspired many generations.
Most of the highest-paid soccer players in South Africa play or have played in the PSL.
Siphiwe Tshabalala, Khama Billiat, and Sibusiso Vilakazi are among the richest soccer players in South Africa in 2025. Photo: Cameron Spencer, Luke Walker, Ulrik Pedersen (modified by author)Source: Getty Images
These stars' net worth is calculated based on numerous social factors.
Note that the list may exclude affluent players whose estimated net worth is not known publicly.
Yusuf Maart (Kaizer Chiefs) - $100,000
Yusuf Maart’smonthly salaryat Kaizer Chiefs is reportedly R300,000.
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He was scouted by Orlando Pirates in 2016 but made his first team debut on 12 March 2017.
Yusuf Maart also played for Cape Umoya United and Sekhukhune United before signing withKaizer Chiefsin 2022.
There are unconfirmed reports that his net worth is about $100,000.
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His net worth is estimated at $100,000.
He trained at Ajax Cape Town.
Ronwen Williams, goalkeeper of South Africa, in action during the International friendly match between France and South Africa in Lille, France. Photo: Sylvain LefevreSource: Getty Images
The multi-talented footballer joinedMamelodi Sundownsin 2018.
Mosa Lebusa comfortably plays centre-back or left-back.
He has been capped for Bafana Bafana six times.
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Lebusa isreported to be earningR300,000 per month.
His estimated net worth is $280,000.
He left AmaZulu Football Club after the 2022-23 season at the age of 36.
Mosa Lebusa (L) fights for the ball with Wydad’s Zakaria Draoui (R) during the African Football League’s second-leg final match between Mamelodi Sundowns and Wydad Casablanca. Photo: Phill MagakoeSource: Getty Images
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He is one of the highest-paid players at Sundowns.
The last time Manyisa played was for Platinum City Rovers from 2021 to 2023.
Lehlohonolo Majoro of South Africa during the African Cup of Nations Quarter-Final match between South Africa and Mali at Moses Mahbida Stadium in Durban, South Africa. Photo: Steve HaagSource: Getty Images
Bernard Parker (TS Galaxy) - $1.08 million
Bernard Parker’s salary is around R300,000 per month.
He signed a three-year contract of R10.8 million, exclusive of bonuses, with Kaizer Chiefs in 2015.
He bought a house for his mum before purchasing one for his family.
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Bernard Parker drives a Range Rover Evoque andhis net worthis estimated to be $1.08 million.
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He is among the top 10 richest soccer players in South Africa in 2025.
Thapelo Morena of Mamelodi Sundowns celebrates a goal during the CAF Champions League match between Al Hilal Omdurman vs Mamelodi Sundowns in Khartoum. Photo: Mahmoud Hjaj/Anadolu AgencySource: Getty Images
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He plays as a midfielder for the English side Warrington Rylands 1906.
Itumeleng Khune’s salary at Kaizer Chiefs was R450,000 - R480,000 (about $29,200) monthly.
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He is among the richest soccer players in South Africa.
He is signed with Amazulu, and formerly Mamelodi Sundowns.
He also plays for the South African national team as a midfielder.
Bernard Parker of Kaizer Chiefs in action during the Absa Premiership match between Golden Arrows and Kaizer Chiefs at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban, South Africa. Photo: Steve Haag/Gallo ImagesSource: Getty Images
He currently plays for TS Galaxy as an attacking midfielder.
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The star has a permanent residence permit in South Africa.
Sundowns' midfielder Themba Zwane celebrates after scoring a goal during the CAF Champions League group B match between South Africas Mamelodi Sundowns and Egypt’s al-Ahly. Photo: Phil MagakoeSource: Getty Images
His last team was with AmaZulu in 2021.
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He joined Chippa United in March 2021.
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Laffor reportedly earned R380,000 per month at Mamelodi.
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He later joined Mamelodi Sundowns and then went to Montpellier HSC in France.
Kermit Erasmus of the Pirates celebrates his goal during the Absa Premiership match between Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs at FNB Stadium in Soweto, South Africa. Photo: Lefty Shivambu/Gallo ImagesSource: Getty Images
Lorenzo joined the Kaizer Chiefs in July 2021.
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Dean Furman in action during the Sky Bet League Two match. Photo: Stu ForsterSource: Getty Images
Keagan Dolly is reportedly the highest-paid and richest soccer player in 2025.
He earns an alleged monthly salary of R1.45 million.
He currently plays for TS Galaxy.
Itumeleng Khune, goalkeeper of South Africa in action during the match between South Africa and Iraq men’s football in the Olympic Games Rio at Arena Corinthians. Photo: Alexandre SchneiderSource: Getty Images
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Therichest football clubsare Mamelodi Sundowns, Orlando Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs, Supersport United Read, and AmaZulu.
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Serbian player Samir Nurkovic is arguably the highest-paid PSL player in 2025.
He reportedly earned R930,000 monthly at TS Galaxy.
Bongani Zungu during the French League 1 match between Amiens SC v Paris Saint Germain at the Stade de la Licorne in Amiens France. Photo:Jeroen Meuwsen/SoccratesSource: Getty Images
Who is the highest-paid player in the Sundowns in 2025?
The highest-paid Mamelodi Sundowns player isLucas Ribeirowith an estimated salary of R700,000 to R1,000,000.
Since the two are among the wealthiest clubs in the Premier Soccer League, their players earn generous salaries.
Sibusiso Vilakazi of South Africa during the African Cup of Nations match between South Africa and Namibia at the Al Salam Stadium in Cairo, Egypt. Photo: Ulrik Pedersen/NurPhotoSource: Getty Images
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Orlando Pirates club is also one of two South African clubs to have won the CAF Champions League.
The team plays its home matches at the Orlando Stadium, which has a seating capacity of over 40,000.
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Recognized for her exceptional talent, she clinched the Writer of the Year Award.
Beyond her professional endeavours, Alice is an engaged member of the Rotaract Club of Kabete.
She holds a Diploma in Mass Communication and a Bachelors degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from Kenyatta University.
Khama Billiat in action during the FIFA Club World Cup second-round match. Photo: Shaun BotterillSource: Getty Images
Cyprine joined Briefly.co.za in mid-2021, covering multiple topics, including finance, entertainment, sports, and lifestyle.
In 2023, she finished the AFP course on Digital Investigation Techniques.
She received the Writer of the Year awards in 2023 and 2024.
South Africa’s Siphiwe Tshabalala during the World Cup match between South Africa vs Mexico. Photo: Eric Verhoeven/SoccratesSource: Getty Images
In 2024, she completed the Google News Initiative course.
Email: cyprineapindi@gmail.com
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