Manager Salaries: The EURO’s & Copa América list

The difference in manager salaries at National Level

The wages of football players are often talked about, however, the salaries of managers, especially national team managers are less frequently highlighted. This topic has piqued my interest as I’ve witnessed the frustrations among fellow England fans regarding our team's performances and choices of the manager at Euro 2024.

Speaking of which, England's Gareth Southgate, tops the Euro’s money list for managers by taking home an annual salary of approximately £4.9 million. His time with the national team, which began in 2016, has seen him guide England deep into tournaments, even a final. His contract is set to expire in December 2024.

Close behind is Germany’s Julian Nagelsmann, who recently secured a contract worth £4 million per year. Nagelsmann, known for his tactical acumen, aims to lead Germany to glory on home soil. His team have been strong at this years finals with young stars at the forefront of these performances.

Portugal’s Roberto Martinez and France’s Didier Deschamps both earn upwards of £3 million annually. Martinez, who previously managed Belgium, took over Portugal in early 2023 and has since maintained their strong competitive edge. They could certainly be contenders. Deschamps, a World Cup-winning manager, continues to draw from his vast experience to keep France at the forefront of international football. What I like about Deschamps is that he’s not afraid to drop top players if it means a better balanced team.