Nigerian Footballers
Retained List tracks 3 Nigerian footballers with a combined weekly wage of approximately £155,000. Calvin Bassey currently leads as the highest-paid Nigerian player at £65,000/week.
Verified August 2026
| # | Player | Club | Position | Age | Contract | Weekly Wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Calvin Bassey | Fulham | Defender | 26 | June 2028 | £65,000 |
| 2 | Taiwo Awoniyi | Coventry City | Forward | 29 | June 2027 | £50,000 |
| 3 | Ola Aina | Nottingham Forest | Defender | 29 | June 2028 | £40,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the highest-paid Nigerian footballer?
Calvin Bassey is the highest-paid Nigerian footballer on Retained List, earning £65,000 per week at Fulham.
How many Nigerian players are tracked on Retained List?
We track 3 senior Nigerian footballers across the leagues we cover. The count updates whenever a player's nationality or club changes.
What is the combined wage bill of Nigerian players?
The 3 Nigerian players in our database earn a combined £155,000 per week in published wages. Annualised, that is roughly £8,060,000.
Which clubs employ the most Nigerian 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 Nigerian players.
Does this list include dual-nationality Nigerian 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.