Luke O’Nien is retained at Sunderland until June 2027. The 31-year-old defender earns £18,000 per week.
Verified August 25, 2026
Luke O’Nien
Current Club: Sunderland
🌍 England
💰 Weekly Wage: £18,000/week
📅 Contract: Expires June 30, 2027 (10 months remaining)
Contract and Personal Information
Luke O’Nien earns 64.9% below the average defender wage of £51,272/week tracked across the database. See position pay gap →
About
English defender who joined Sunderland from Wycombe Wanderers in July 2018. Initially signed as a midfielder, adapted to centre-back role and surpassed 300 appearances. Named 2018-19 Young Player of the Year and included in 2020-21 EFL League One Team of the Season. Appointed club captain ahead of 2024-25 season. Helped Sunderland win 2025 Championship play-off final despite dislocating his shoulder during the match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does Luke O’Nien's contract expire?
Luke O’Nien's current contract expires on June 30, 2027.
How much does Luke O’Nien earn per week?
Luke O’Nien earns approximately £18,000 per week.
Who does Luke O’Nien play for?
Luke O’Nien currently plays for Sunderland.
What position does Luke O’Nien play?
Luke O’Nien plays as a defender.
How old is Luke O’Nien?
Luke O’Nien is 31 years old.
What is Luke O’Nien's annual salary?
Annualised, Luke O’Nien's basic salary is approximately £936,000 per year (gross weekly wage of £18,000 multiplied across the 52-week contract year, excluding bonuses, image rights or signing-on fees).
When can Luke O’Nien sign a pre-contract with another club?
Under FIFA rules Luke O’Nien can sign a pre-contract with an overseas club from December 30, 2026, six months before the current deal expires on June 30, 2027.
How many months are left on Luke O’Nien's contract?
Luke O’Nien has approximately 10 months left on the current deal, with expiry due on June 30, 2027. Selling clubs usually negotiate renewal or sale in the prior summer window.
How does Luke O’Nien's wage compare to other defenders?
Luke O’Nien earns roughly 35% of the position average — the average defender in our database earns £51,272 per week, so Luke O’Nien is paid 35% of the position average.
When was Luke O’Nien born?
Luke O’Nien was born on November 21, 1994, making the player 31 years old as of today.