Jake O’Brien is retained at Everton until June 2028. The 24-year-old defender earns £50,000 per week.
Verified August 25, 2026
Jake O’Brien
Current Club: Everton
🌍 Ireland
💰 Weekly Wage: £50,000/week
📅 Contract: Expires June 30, 2028 (1 year remaining)
Contract and Personal Information
Jake O’Brien earns 2.5% below the average defender wage of £51,272/week tracked across the database. See position pay gap →
About
Irish defender who began his career at Cork City before joining Crystal Palace, with loan spells at Swindon Town and RWD Molenbeek. Joined Lyon in August 2023 for 850,000 pounds, becoming the first Irishman to play in Ligue 1 since Tony Cascarino in 2000. Made 27 appearances and scored four goals, including one in the 2024 Coupe de France final. Everton signed him in July 2024 for 17 million pounds on a four-year contract.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does Jake O’Brien's contract expire?
Jake O’Brien's current contract expires on June 30, 2028.
How much does Jake O’Brien earn per week?
Jake O’Brien earns approximately £50,000 per week.
Who does Jake O’Brien play for?
Jake O’Brien currently plays for Everton.
What position does Jake O’Brien play?
Jake O’Brien plays as a defender.
How old is Jake O’Brien?
Jake O’Brien is 24 years old.
What is Jake O’Brien's annual salary?
Annualised, Jake O’Brien's basic salary is approximately £2,600,000 per year (gross weekly wage of £50,000 multiplied across the 52-week contract year, excluding bonuses, image rights or signing-on fees).
When can Jake O’Brien sign a pre-contract with another club?
Under FIFA rules Jake O’Brien can sign a pre-contract with an overseas club from December 30, 2027, six months before the current deal expires on June 30, 2028.
How many months are left on Jake O’Brien's contract?
Jake O’Brien has approximately 22 months left on the current deal, with expiry due on June 30, 2028. Selling clubs usually negotiate renewal or sale in the prior summer window.
How does Jake O’Brien's wage compare to other defenders?
Jake O’Brien earns roughly 98% of the position average — the average defender in our database earns £51,272 per week, so Jake O’Brien is paid 98% of the position average.
When was Jake O’Brien born?
Jake O’Brien was born on September 1, 2001, making the player 24 years old as of today.