Sam Johnstone is retained at Wolverhampton Wanderers until June 2028. The 33-year-old defender earns £42,999 per week.
Verified August 25, 2026
Sam Johnstone
Current Club: Wolverhampton Wanderers
🌍 English
💰 Weekly Wage: £42,999/week
📅 Contract: Expires June 30, 2028 (1 year remaining)
Contract and Personal Information
Sam Johnstone earns 16.1% below the average defender wage of £51,272/week tracked across the database. See position pay gap →
About
Sam Johnstone, who plays for England, was at the top of his game when he joined Crystal Palace. At his previous club, West Bromwich Albion, he won every award there was to win.
With a string of dominant performances towards the end of the 2022–23 season, he cemented his place in the first team and was recalled to the England international team.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does Sam Johnstone's contract expire?
Sam Johnstone's current contract expires on June 30, 2028.
How much does Sam Johnstone earn per week?
Sam Johnstone earns approximately £42,999 per week.
Who does Sam Johnstone play for?
Sam Johnstone currently plays for Wolverhampton Wanderers.
What position does Sam Johnstone play?
Sam Johnstone plays as a defender.
How old is Sam Johnstone?
Sam Johnstone is 33 years old.
What is Sam Johnstone's annual salary?
Annualised, Sam Johnstone's basic salary is approximately £2,235,948 per year (gross weekly wage of £42,999 multiplied across the 52-week contract year, excluding bonuses, image rights or signing-on fees).
When can Sam Johnstone sign a pre-contract with another club?
Under FIFA rules Sam Johnstone 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 Sam Johnstone's contract?
Sam Johnstone 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 Sam Johnstone's wage compare to other defenders?
Sam Johnstone earns roughly 84% of the position average — the average defender in our database earns £51,272 per week, so Sam Johnstone is paid 84% of the position average.
When was Sam Johnstone born?
Sam Johnstone was born on March 25, 1993, making the player 33 years old as of today.