Australian Footballers
Retained List tracks 2 Australian footballers with a combined weekly wage of approximately £1,600. Tyrese Francois currently leads as the highest-paid Australian player at £1,600/week.
Verified August 2026
| # | Player | Club | Position | Age | Contract | Weekly Wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyrese Francois | Free Agent | Midfielder | 26 | July 2024 | £1,600 |
| 2 | Lucas Herrington | Hull City | Defender | — | June 2031 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the highest-paid Australian footballer?
Tyrese Francois is the highest-paid Australian footballer on Retained List, earning £1,600 per week at Free Agent.
How many Australian players are tracked on Retained List?
We track 2 senior Australian footballers across the leagues we cover. The count updates whenever a player's nationality or club changes.
What is the combined wage bill of Australian players?
The 2 Australian players in our database earn a combined £1,600 per week in published wages. Annualised, that is roughly £83,200.
Which clubs employ the most Australian players?
Club concentration varies by league and recruitment cycle. Filter the contract tracker by club, or scan the table above for the most common employers of Australian players.
Does this list include dual-nationality Australian players?
Players are tagged by the nationality recorded on their primary registration. Dual-national players appear under the nationality used by their senior international career, where applicable.