James Bree is retained at Southampton until June 2029. The 29-year-old defender earns £25,000 per week.
Verified August 25, 2026
James Bree
Current Club: Southampton
🌍 English
💰 Weekly Wage: £25,000/week
📅 Contract: Expires June 30, 2029 (2 years remaining)
Contract and Personal Information
James Bree earns 51.2% below the average defender wage of £51,272/week tracked across the database. See position pay gap →
About
English right-back who joined Southampton from Luton Town in January 2023 on a three-and-a-half-year contract. Made 50 appearances for the Saints including 17 Premier League matches. Scored his first goal in a 5-3 EFL Cup victory against Cardiff City in August 2024. Joined Charlton Athletic on loan in September 2025, reuniting with former manager Nathan Jones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does James Bree's contract expire?
James Bree's current contract expires on June 30, 2029.
How much does James Bree earn per week?
James Bree earns approximately £25,000 per week.
Who does James Bree play for?
James Bree currently plays for Southampton.
What position does James Bree play?
James Bree plays as a defender.
How old is James Bree?
James Bree is 29 years old.
What is James Bree's annual salary?
Annualised, James Bree's basic salary is approximately £1,300,000 per year (gross weekly wage of £25,000 multiplied across the 52-week contract year, excluding bonuses, image rights or signing-on fees).
When can James Bree sign a pre-contract with another club?
Under FIFA rules James Bree can sign a pre-contract with an overseas club from December 30, 2028, six months before the current deal expires on June 30, 2029.
How many months are left on James Bree's contract?
James Bree has approximately 35 months left on the current deal, with expiry due on June 30, 2029. Selling clubs usually negotiate renewal or sale in the prior summer window.
How does James Bree's wage compare to other defenders?
James Bree earns roughly 49% of the position average — the average defender in our database earns £51,272 per week, so James Bree is paid 49% of the position average.
When was James Bree born?
James Bree was born on April 13, 1997, making the player 29 years old as of today.