Erling Haaland's record Premier League salary and high‑profile chess investment

Erling Haaland, the Norwegian striker for Manchester City, now earns a gross £525,000 per week – about €14.7 million per month – making him the highest‑paid player in the English top flight. His new contract extends his status as the club’s marquee forward and highlights the Premier League’s escalating wage bills.

Beyond football, Haaland has entered the world of chess by backing the Total Chess World Championship Tour, a new series launching in 2027 with prize money up to $2.7 million. The venture spots Norway’s most celebrated sportsperson, Magnus Carlsen, as its flagship attraction, underscoring the growing crossover between elite sport and chess in Haaland’s home country.

Both developments reflect Haaland’s expanding influence in sport and entertainment, while also drawing attention to Norway’s rising profile in football and chess alike.