Last season Leicester City F.C. has returned to the Premier League during the summer but lost one of its key strikers, Kelechi Iheanacho, to La Liga. To fill the gap, the club signed Ghanaian national team legend Jordan Ayew, who is expected to bring his vast experience to help the Foxes maintain their elite division status. Ayew’s move also comes with improved playing time and a higher salary.
What is Jordan Ayew’s Salary at Leicester City?
The Ghanaian striker joined Leicester City F.C. in the summer of 2024 on a contract lasting until June 30, 2026. Over two years, Ayew will earn €3,754,008, excluding bonuses. For the 2024/2025 season alone, he will receive €1,877,004, equivalent to €36,096 per week.
His salary breakdown includes a monthly wage of €156,417 and a daily rate of €5,157. In Ghanaian Cedis, Ayew’s annual salary amounts to 31,068,841.
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Annual Salary |
€ 1,877,004 |
31,068,841 Ghanaian Cedis |
|
Monthly Salary |
€ 156,417 |
2,589,070 Ghanaian Cedis |
|
Weekly Salary |
€ 36,096 |
597,474 Ghanaian Cedis |
|
Daily Salary |
€ 5,157 |
85,361 Ghanaian Cedis |
Team Salary Overview: Ayew Among Leicester’s Top-Paid Non-European Players
For the 2024/2025 season, Leicester City F.C.’s total annual wage bill is €78,709,037. The highest-paid player is England international Jamie Vardy, earning €8,759,353 per year.
Jordan Ayew ranks 16th in Leicester’s salary hierarchy, sharing the position with defender James Justin. Among non-European players, Ayew is the third-highest earner, trailing Nigerian midfielder Wilfred Ndidi and Zambian striker Patson Daka, who each earn €4,692,510 per year. Notably, Ghanaian winger Issahaku Fatawu earns three times less than Ayew, with an annual salary of €625,668.
|
Player |
Country |
Annual Salary (EUR) |
|
Wilfred Ndidi |
Nigeria |
€ 4,692,510 |
|
Patson Daka |
Zambia |
€ 4,692,510 |
|
Bilal El Khannouss |
Morocco |
€ 2,189,838 |
|
Jordan Ayew |
Ghana |
€ 1,877,004 |
|
Issahaku Fatawu |
Ghana |
€ 625,668 |
Career Salary Comparison
Jordan Ayew’s move to Leicester City marks a significant boost in his career earnings. Previously at Crystal Palace F.C., he earned €1,564,170 annually. This transfer has increased his salary by over €300,000 compared to his last season.
Throughout his career, Ayew has seen fluctuations in salary. During his time at Swansea City A.F.C. from 2017 to 2019, he earned €3,128,340 annually, marking one of the highest pay periods of his career. In contrast, his time at FC Lorient saw him earning €570,000 per year, significantly lower than his current Leicester City contract.
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Club |
Salary Euro per Year (EUR) |
Salary Ghanaian Cedi per Year (GHS) |
|
Leicester City F.C. (2024/2025) |
€ 1,877,004 |
31,068,841 Ghanaian Cedis |
|
Crystal Palace F.C. (2023/2024) |
€ 1,564,170 |
25,890,701 Ghanaian Cedis |
|
Crystal Palace F.C. (2018/2023) |
€ 2,189,838 |
36,246,981 Ghanaian Cedis |
|
Swansea City A.F.C. (2017/2019) |
€ 3,128,340 |
51,781,401 Ghanaian Cedis |
|
Aston Villa F.C. (2015/2017) |
€ 2,033,421 |
33,657,911 Ghanaian Cedis |
|
FC Lorient (2014/2015) |
€ 570,000 |
9,434,844 Ghanaian Cedis |
|
FC Sochaux-Montbeliard (2013/2014) |
€ 900,000 |
14,897,122 Ghanaian Cedis |
|
Olympique de Marseille (2013/2014) |
€ 900,000 |
14,897,122 Ghanaian Cedis |
Market Value Decline Post-Crystal Palace Peak
Jordan Ayew’s market value peaked at €10 million in 2020 after a stellar season with Crystal Palace F.C. However, subsequent seasons saw a gradual decline. As of 2024, Transfermarkt values Ayew at €4 million, reflecting a 2.5-fold decrease since his peak. Despite this, his experience and contributions remain invaluable to Leicester City as they navigate their Premier League return.
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Club |
Year |
Market Value |
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Crystal Palace F.C./ Leicester City F.C. |
2024 |
€ 4,000,000 |
|
Crystal Palace F.C. |
2023 |
€ 5,000,000 |
|
Crystal Palace F.C. |
2022 |
€ 6,000,000 |
|
Crystal Palace F.C. |
2021 |
€ 8,000,000 |
|
Crystal Palace F.C. |
2020 |
€ 10,000,000 |
|
Swansea City A.F.C. |
2018-2019 |
€ 8,000,000 |
|
Aston Villa F.C./ Swansea City A.F.C. |
2016-2017 |
€ 7,500,000 |
|
FC Lorient |
2015 |
€ 6,000,000 |
|
FC Lorient |
2014 |
€ 3,500,000 |
|
Olympique de Marseille |
2013 |
€ 5,000,000 |
|
Olympique de Marseille |
2012 |
€ 4,000,000 |
|
Olympique de Marseille |
2011 |
€ 2,000,000 |
|
Olympique de Marseille |
2010 |
€ 800,000 |
|
Olympique de Marseille |
2009 |
€ 300,000 |
National Team Achievements
Jordan Ayew debuted for Ghana in 2010 and has since made 108 appearances, scoring 28 goals and providing 11 assists. His most notable international achievement was during the 2015 Africa Cup of Nations, where Ghana reached the final but lost to Ivory Coast on penalties.
Football and Financial Prospects
In the 2024/2025 season, Ayew has consistently featured for Leicester, contributing goals and assists. If he continues to perform and aids the club in securing Premier League safety, a contract extension could be on the horizon.
