South African Footballers
Retained List tracks 1 South African footballers with a combined weekly wage of approximately £20,000. Lyle Foster currently leads as the highest-paid South African player at £20,000/week.
Verified August 2026
| # | Player | Club | Position | Age | Contract | Weekly Wage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lyle Foster | Burnley | Forward | 25 | June 2027 | £20,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the highest-paid South African footballer?
Lyle Foster is the highest-paid South African footballer on Retained List, earning £20,000 per week at Burnley.
How many South African players are tracked on Retained List?
We track 1 senior South African footballers across the leagues we cover. The count updates whenever a player's nationality or club changes.
What is the combined wage bill of South African players?
The 1 South African players in our database earn a combined £20,000 per week in published wages. Annualised, that is roughly £1,040,000.
Which clubs employ the most South African 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 South African players.
Does this list include dual-nationality South African 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.