New Zealand Footballers
Retained List tracks 1 New Zealand footballers with a combined weekly wage of approximately £82,000. Chris Wood currently leads as the highest-paid New Zealand player at £82,000/week.
Verified August 2026
| # | Player | Club | Position | Age | Contract | Weekly Wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chris Wood | Nottingham Forest | Forward | 34 | June 2027 | £82,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the highest-paid New Zealand footballer?
Chris Wood is the highest-paid New Zealand footballer on Retained List, earning £82,000 per week at Nottingham Forest.
How many New Zealand players are tracked on Retained List?
We track 1 senior New Zealand footballers across the leagues we cover. The count updates whenever a player's nationality or club changes.
What is the combined wage bill of New Zealand players?
The 1 New Zealand players in our database earn a combined £82,000 per week in published wages. Annualised, that is roughly £4,264,000.
Which clubs employ the most New Zealand 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 New Zealand players.
Does this list include dual-nationality New Zealand 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.