Despite never winning titles with Bristol City F.C. and spending several years on loan, defender Zak Vyner is considered a legend by the club’s fans. As of now, the Kenyan has made 200 appearances for the club, ranking second among active players. His dedication has not gone unnoticed, with the national team coach now showing interest in his performance.
What is Zak Vyner’s Salary at Bristol City F.C.?
The Kenyan defender joined the English club in 2015. After several loan spells and eventually securing a spot in Bristol City F.C.’s lineup, Vyner signed a contract extension with the team in the fall of 2023, keeping him at the club until June 30, 2026. Over the remaining two years, Vyner will earn €1,251,336, excluding bonuses. For the 2024/2025 season, he will make €625,668 annually, which equates to €12,032 per week.
In Kenyan shillings, this translates to an annual salary of 86,430,608 KES, a monthly salary of 7,202,551 KES, a weekly salary of 1,662,116 KES, and a daily salary of 237,465 KES.
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Annual Salary |
€ 625,668 |
86,430,608 Kenyan shillings |
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Monthly Salary |
€ 52,139 |
7,202,551 Kenyan shillings |
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Weekly Salary |
€ 12,032 |
1,662,116 Kenyan shillings |
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Daily Salary |
€ 1,719 |
237,465 Kenyan shillings |
Team Salary Overview: Vyner Among the Top 5 Highest-Paid Foreign Players
In the 2024/2025 season, Bristol City F.C.’s total payroll stands at €16,272,181, which breaks down to €312,927 per week. The highest-paid player at the club is forward Nahki Wells, who earns €1,689,304 per year or €32,487 per week. Vyner ranks 10th in terms of salary, sharing his spot with three other players, and is the fourth-highest-paid foreign player at the club.
Vyner is also the second-highest-paid non-European player at the club, behind Nahki Wells. His closest competitor in this category, Japanese winger Yu Hirakawa, earns half of Vyner’s salary.
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Player |
Country |
Annual Salary (EUR) |
|
Nahki Wells |
Bermuda |
€ 1,689,304 |
|
Luke McNally |
Ireland |
€ 1,251,336 |
|
Jason Knight/Kal Naismith |
Ireland/Scotland |
€ 938,502 |
|
Zak Vyner |
Kenya |
€ 625,668 |
|
Sinclair Armstrong |
Ireland |
€ 625,668 |
|
Mark Sykes |
Ireland |
€ 613,636 |
Career Salary Comparison
Zak Vyner’s salary has seen steady growth throughout his career. During his initial loan spells, his earnings rose slightly, by just €240. Over the following two years, as he played in League One and the Championship, his salary tripled. Before heading to Scotland, it increased by 2.5 times.
Upon returning to Bristol City F.C., his earnings initially dropped by over €12,000. However, his 2023 contract renewal resulted in a threefold salary increase, marking the highest earnings of his career to date.
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Club |
Salary Euro per Year (EUR) |
Salary Kenyan shillings per Year (KES) |
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Bristol City F.C. (2023/2025) |
€ 625,668 |
86,430,608 Kenyan shillings |
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Bristol City F.C. (2020/2023) |
€ 192,513 |
26,594,001 Kenyan shillings |
|
Aberdeen F.C. (2019/2020) |
€ 204,545 |
28,256,118 Kenyan shillings |
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Plymouth Argyle F.C./ Rotherham United F.C. (2017/2019) |
€ 75,802 |
10,471,389 Kenyan shillings |
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Bristol City F.C./ Accrington Stanley F.C. (2016/2017) |
€ 25,267 |
3,490,417 Kenyan shillings |
|
Bristol City F.C. (2015/2016) |
€ 25,027 |
3,457,263 Kenyan shillings |
Market Value: Steady Growth After Loan Stints
Vyner spent his first professional seasons in England’s lower leagues, gaining experience and preparing for the Championship. His transfer value saw consistent growth as he established himself at clubs like Rotherham United and Aberdeen. By the end of the 2019/2020 season, his market value had risen 2.5 times compared to the start of the season.
After becoming a regular starter for Bristol City F.C., Vyner’s transfer value doubled. Although a brief decline followed due to reduced playtime, he rebounded with strong performances and regained his peak value of €2.8 million in 2024. This ranks him as the fifth-most valuable player at Bristol City and the second-most valuable Kenyan footballer.
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Club |
Year |
Market Value |
|---|---|---|
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Bristol City F.C. |
2024 |
€ 2,800,000 |
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Bristol City F.C. |
2023 |
€ 2,500,000 |
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Bristol City F.C. |
2022 |
€ 1,800,000 |
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Bristol City F.C. |
2021 |
€ 2,500,000 |
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Bristol City F.C. |
2020 |
€ 1,200,000 |
|
Aberdeen F.C./ Bristol City F.C. |
2019 |
€ 500,000 |
|
Rotherham United F.C. |
2018 |
€ 200,000 |
|
Bristol City F.C. |
2017 (September) |
€ 100,000 |
|
Bristol City F.C. |
2017 (February) |
€ 50,000 |
National Team
Zak Vyner received his first call-up to the Kenyan national team in May 2024. However, he has yet to make his debut and remains uncapped at the international level.
Football and Financial Prospects
In the 2024/2025 season, Vyner remains a key player for Bristol City F.C., having played every game so far in full. If he continues his high-level performances and helps Bristol City contend for a Championship playoff spot, he may secure a new, more lucrative contract. Additionally, Vyner could soon make his debut for Kenya’s national team and may even challenge Nahki Wells’ record for the most club appearances among active players.
