Ireland Footballers
Retained List tracks 3 Ireland footballers with a combined weekly wage of approximately £90,300. Jake O’Brien currently leads as the highest-paid Ireland player at £50,000/week.
Verified August 2026
| # | Player | Club | Position | Age | Contract | Weekly Wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jake O’Brien | Everton | Defender | 24 | June 2028 | £50,000 |
| 2 | Alan Browne | Sunderland | Midfielder | 31 | June 2027 | £25,000 |
| 3 | John Egan | Hull City | Defender | 33 | June 2027 | £15,300 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the highest-paid Ireland footballer?
Jake O’Brien is the highest-paid Ireland footballer on Retained List, earning £50,000 per week at Everton.
How many Ireland players are tracked on Retained List?
We track 3 senior Ireland footballers across the leagues we cover. The count updates whenever a player's nationality or club changes.
What is the combined wage bill of Ireland players?
The 3 Ireland players in our database earn a combined £90,300 per week in published wages. Annualised, that is roughly £4,695,600.
Which clubs employ the most Ireland 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 Ireland players.
Does this list include dual-nationality Ireland 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.