Mexican Footballers
Retained List tracks 3 Mexican footballers with a combined weekly wage of approximately £239,058. Edson Álvarez currently leads as the highest-paid Mexican player at £148,000/week.
Verified October 2026
| # | Player | Club | Position | Age | Contract | Weekly Wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Edson Álvarez | West Ham United | Midfielder | 28 | August 2028 | £148,000 |
| 2 | Raúl Jiménez | Wolverhampton Wanderers | Forward | 35 | June 2028 | £80,000 |
| 3 | Julián Araujo | Bournemouth | Defender | 25 | June 2029 | £11,058 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the highest-paid Mexican footballer?
Edson Álvarez is the highest-paid Mexican footballer on Retained List, earning £148,000 per week at West Ham United.
How many Mexican players are tracked on Retained List?
We track 3 senior Mexican footballers across the leagues we cover. The count updates whenever a player's nationality or club changes.
What is the combined wage bill of Mexican players?
The 3 Mexican players in our database earn a combined £239,058 per week in published wages. Annualised, that is roughly £12,431,016.
Which clubs employ the most Mexican 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 Mexican players.
Does this list include dual-nationality Mexican 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.