Scottish/British Footballers
Retained List tracks 1 Scottish/British footballers with a combined weekly wage of approximately £120,000. John McGinn currently leads as the highest-paid Scottish/British player at £120,000/week.
Verified August 2026
| # | Player | Club | Position | Age | Contract | Weekly Wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | John McGinn | Aston Villa | Midfielder | 31 | June 2028 | £120,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the highest-paid Scottish/British footballer?
John McGinn is the highest-paid Scottish/British footballer on Retained List, earning £120,000 per week at Aston Villa.
How many Scottish/British players are tracked on Retained List?
We track 1 senior Scottish/British footballers across the leagues we cover. The count updates whenever a player's nationality or club changes.
What is the combined wage bill of Scottish/British players?
The 1 Scottish/British players in our database earn a combined £120,000 per week in published wages. Annualised, that is roughly £6,240,000.
Which clubs employ the most Scottish/British 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 Scottish/British players.
Does this list include dual-nationality Scottish/British 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.