After a successful spell with Cagliari Calcio’s youth team, Zambian striker Kingstone Mutandwa has made his way into the main squad of the Italian club. However, despite his rising profile, he’s currently seeing limited game time and has one of the lowest salaries on the team. His new contract, though, reflects the club’s confidence in his potential and ambition to develop his talent.
What is Kingstone Mutandwa’s Salary at Cagliari Calcio?
Mutandwa joined Cagliari Calcio in the summer of 2023 and quickly extended his contract after a strong season with the second team. His current deal, valid until June 30, 2028, secures him a total of €960,000 over four years, excluding bonuses. For the 2024/2025 season, he is set to earn €240,000, translating to a weekly income of €4,615. In Zambian Kwachas, this equates to an annual income of 6,877,175, or 132,242 per week.
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Annual Salary |
€ 240,000 |
6,877,175 Zambian Kwachas |
|
Monthly Salary |
€ 20,000 |
573,098 Zambian Kwachas |
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Weekly Salary |
€ 4,615 |
132,242 Zambian Kwachas |
|
Daily Salary |
€ 659 |
18,884 Zambian Kwachas |
Team Salary Overview: Among the Lowest-Paid Players
For the 2024/2025 season, Cagliari Calcio’s total wage bill amounts to €24,670,000 per year, with a weekly expense of €474,423. The club’s highest-paid player is Peruvian striker Gianluca Lapadula, who earns €2,040,000 annually. Mutandwa, on the other hand, ranks 24th on the team’s salary list, making him the third-lowest-paid player and second-lowest among foreign players. Only Albanian goalkeeper Alen Sherri earns less than Mutandwa. Moreover, he ranks lowest among Cagliari’s African players and is fourth among team members under the age of 22.
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Player |
Country |
Age |
Annual Salary (EUR) |
|
Zito Luvumbo |
Angola |
22 |
€ 1,110,000 |
|
Adam Obert |
Slovakia |
22 |
€ 740,000 |
|
Matteo Prati |
Italy |
20 |
€ 440,000 |
|
Kingstone Mutandwa |
Zambia |
21 |
€ 240,000 |
|
Giuseppe Ciocci |
Italy |
22 |
€ 70,000 |
Career Salary Comparison
With his latest contract, Mutandwa’s annual salary reached €240,000, marking the highest earnings in his career so far.
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Club |
Salary Euro per Year (EUR) |
Salary Zambian Kwacha per Year (ZMW) |
|
Cagliari Calcio (2024/2025) |
€ 240,000 |
6,877,175 Zambian Kwachas |
Market Value
Mutandwa’s performance in the Italian youth league, where he recorded six goal contributions, along with his debut goal for the main Cagliari squad, boosted his transfer value significantly. His market value, currently at €1,000,000, reflects a 2.5-fold increase since early 2024. According to Transfermarkt, this places him among the top five Zambian footballers in terms of market value.
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Club |
Year |
Market Value |
|
Cagliari Calcio |
2024 (June) |
€ 1,000,000 |
|
Cagliari Calcio |
2024 (March) |
€ 400,000 |
International Career
In early 2023, Mutandwa represented Zambia in the U20 Africa Cup of Nations, where he scored a goal, although his team did not advance beyond the group stage. He also played for the U23 team in the Olympic qualifiers. Mutandwa made his senior debut for Zambia in mid-2024 and has since appeared in two matches.
Football and Financial Prospects
Mutandwa is looking to establish himself in Cagliari Calcio’s main squad for the 2024/2025 season, although he is primarily coming off the bench. As the season progresses, there’s potential for him to earn more minutes on the field. If not, a loan move could be an option to secure regular game time and further develop his skills.
