Bulgaria Footballers
Retained List tracks 1 Bulgaria footballers with a combined weekly wage of approximately £25,000. Ilia Gruev currently leads as the highest-paid Bulgaria player at £25,000/week.
Verified August 2026
| # | Player | Club | Position | Age | Contract | Weekly Wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ilia Gruev | Leeds United | Midfielder | 26 | June 2028 | £25,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the highest-paid Bulgaria footballer?
Ilia Gruev is the highest-paid Bulgaria footballer on Retained List, earning £25,000 per week at Leeds United.
How many Bulgaria players are tracked on Retained List?
We track 1 senior Bulgaria footballers across the leagues we cover. The count updates whenever a player's nationality or club changes.
What is the combined wage bill of Bulgaria players?
The 1 Bulgaria players in our database earn a combined £25,000 per week in published wages. Annualised, that is roughly £1,300,000.
Which clubs employ the most Bulgaria 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 Bulgaria players.
Does this list include dual-nationality Bulgaria 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.