Ashley Young is retained at Free Agent until June 2026. The 41-year-old defender earns £30,000 per week.
Verified August 25, 2026
Ashley Young
Current Club: Free Agent
🌍 England
💰 Weekly Wage: £30,000/week
📅 Contract: Expires June 30, 2026
Contract and Personal Information
Ashley Young earns 41.5% below the average defender wage of £51,272/week tracked across the database. See position pay gap →
About
Versatile English footballer who began at Watford, winning promotion in 2005-06. Joined Aston Villa for £8 million in 2007, earning PFA Young Player of the Year in 2009. Moved to Manchester United for £17 million in 2011, winning five trophies including the 2013 Premier League. Also won Serie A with Inter Milan in 2021 before returning to Villa.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does Ashley Young's contract expire?
Ashley Young's current contract expires on June 30, 2026.
How much does Ashley Young earn per week?
Ashley Young earns approximately £30,000 per week.
Who does Ashley Young play for?
Ashley Young currently plays for Free Agent.
What position does Ashley Young play?
Ashley Young plays as a defender.
How old is Ashley Young?
Ashley Young is 41 years old.
What is Ashley Young's annual salary?
Annualised, Ashley Young's basic salary is approximately £1,560,000 per year (gross weekly wage of £30,000 multiplied across the 52-week contract year, excluding bonuses, image rights or signing-on fees).
When can Ashley Young sign a pre-contract with another club?
Under FIFA rules Ashley Young can sign a pre-contract with an overseas club from December 30, 2025, six months before the current deal expires on June 30, 2026.
How many months are left on Ashley Young's contract?
Ashley Young has approximately 0 months left on the current deal, with expiry due on June 30, 2026. Selling clubs usually negotiate renewal or sale in the prior summer window.
How does Ashley Young's wage compare to other defenders?
Ashley Young earns roughly 59% of the position average — the average defender in our database earns £51,272 per week, so Ashley Young is paid 59% of the position average.
When was Ashley Young born?
Ashley Young was born on July 9, 1985, making the player 41 years old as of today.