Chelsea's 2026 retained list includes 40 players. Total weekly wage bill: £2,563,000. 2 contracts expire within 12 months. Managed by Liam Rosenior.
Verified August 25, 2026
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Chelsea Squad 2026
Goalkeepers (3)
Defenders (16)
Aaron Anselmino
Benoît Badiashile
Caleb Wiley
Denner
Jorrel Hato
Josh Acheampong
Levi Colwill
Malo Gusto
Mamadou Sarr
Marco Palestra
Maxence Lacroix
Pep Chavarria
Reece James
Tosin Adarabioyo
Valentin Barco
Wesley Fofana
Midfielders (7)
Forwards (14)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many players are in Chelsea's squad?
Chelsea has 40 players on the retained list.
What is Chelsea's weekly wage bill?
Chelsea's total weekly wage bill is approximately £2,563,000.
What is the average age of Chelsea's squad?
The average age of Chelsea's squad is 23.3 years.
How many Chelsea contracts expire in the next 12 months?
2 Chelsea contracts expire within the next 12 months.
Who is the Chelsea manager?
Chelsea is currently managed by Liam Rosenior.
Where does Chelsea play their home games?
Chelsea play their home matches at Stamford Bridge.
What is Chelsea's annual wage bill?
Chelsea's annual senior-squad wage bill is approximately £133,276,000 (weekly bill of £2,563,000 × 52 weeks), excluding bonuses, image rights, signing-on fees and agent commissions.
How much does the average Chelsea player earn?
The average senior Chelsea player earns approximately £64,075 per week (£3,331,900 annually), based on the current 40-player retained list. Distribution is heavily skewed — top earners pull the average well above the median.
Who is Chelsea's highest-paid player?
Reece James is currently Chelsea's top earner on a reported £250,000 per week (£13,000,000 annually).
When was Chelsea founded?
Chelsea was founded in 10/0, making the club 2016 years old.
What league do Chelsea play in?
Chelsea play in the Premier League for the current season.
What is the most common nationality at Chelsea?
6 Chelsea players are English nationals — 15% of the senior squad — making it the largest single nationality at the club.