Willy Boly is retained at Free Agent until June 2026. The 35-year-old defender earns £50,000 per week.
Verified August 25, 2026
Willy Boly
Current Club: Free Agent
🌍 Ivorian
💰 Weekly Wage: £50,000/week
📅 Contract: Expires June 30, 2026
Contract and Personal Information
Willy Boly earns 2.5% below the average defender wage of £51,272/week tracked across the database. See position pay gap →
About
Willy Boly is an Ivorian defender at Nottingham Forest, a commanding centre-back known for his aerial dominance, physical presence and composure in the back line. Born on February 3, 1991, he built his reputation in Portugal with Porto before moving to England to join Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2017, where he became a fan favourite and helped the club win promotion to the Premier League. He crossed the Midlands to sign for Nottingham Forest in September 2022, adding experience and leadership to their defence. On the international stage, Boly is an Africa Cup of Nations winner, having lifted the 2023 title with the Ivory Coast on home soil. His contract at the City Ground runs until June 2026, and he is reported to earn in the region of £50,000 per week, reflecting the value placed on his seasoned, no-nonsense defending and dressing-room influence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does Willy Boly's contract expire?
Willy Boly's current contract expires on June 30, 2026.
How much does Willy Boly earn per week?
Willy Boly earns approximately £50,000 per week.
Who does Willy Boly play for?
Willy Boly currently plays for Free Agent.
What position does Willy Boly play?
Willy Boly plays as a defender.
How old is Willy Boly?
Willy Boly is 35 years old.
What is Willy Boly's annual salary?
Annualised, Willy Boly'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 Willy Boly sign a pre-contract with another club?
Under FIFA rules Willy Boly 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 Willy Boly's contract?
Willy Boly 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 Willy Boly's wage compare to other defenders?
Willy Boly earns roughly 98% of the position average — the average defender in our database earns £51,272 per week, so Willy Boly is paid 98% of the position average.
When was Willy Boly born?
Willy Boly was born on February 3, 1991, making the player 35 years old as of today.