After the summer 2023 move from English football to Bayer 04 Leverkusen, Nathan Tella aspires to Bundesliga victory and a key role in the Nigerian national team. The Kick Off Nigeria looks into the financial side of the story.
Nathan Tella’s Salary at Bayer 04 Leverkusen
Joining the German team in the summer of 2023, Tella’s agreement extends until June 30, 2028, with a five-year contract earning him €9,000,000 excluding bonuses. For the 2023/2024 season, Tella’s earnings reach €1,800,000, equivalent to €34,615 per week.
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Annual Salary |
€ 1,800,000 |
1,872,197,982 Nigerian Nairas |
|
Monthly Salary |
€ 150,000 |
156,016,498 Nigerian Nairas |
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Weekly Salary |
€ 34,615 |
35,861,354 Nigerian Nairas |
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Daily Salary |
€ 4,945 |
5,123,051 Nigerian Nairas |
Team Salary Overview: Tella Among Top-Earning Non-European Players
In the 2023/2024 season, Bayer 04 Leverkusen’s total wage bill amounts to €62,370,000, ranking third-highest in the Bundesliga. Tella secures the 16th spot in salary rankings, standing out as the 12th highest-paid foreign player in the team and ranking third among African players.
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Player |
Country |
Annual Salary (EUR) |
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Edmond Tapsoba |
Burkina Faso |
€ 5,000,000 |
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Victor Boniface |
Nigeria |
€ 2,000,000 |
|
Nathan Tella |
Nigeria |
€ 1,800,000 |
|
Odilon Kossounou |
Cote d’Ivoire |
€ 1,630,000 |
|
Amine Adli |
Morocco |
€ 1,140,000 |
Career Salary Comparison
Tella’s career trajectory reflects a significant salary increase, particularly after his move to Bayer 04 Leverkusen, where his earnings nearly doubled. His market value has surged to €23,000,000, making him the sixth most expensive player in the German club and among Nigerian footballers.
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Club |
Salary Euro per Year (EUR) |
Salary Nigerian Nairas per Year (NGN) |
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Bayer 04 Leverkusen (2023/2024) |
€ 1,800,000 |
1,872,197,982 Nigerian Nairas |
|
Burnley F.C. (2022/2023) |
€ 759,757 |
738,024,942 Nigerian Nairas |
|
Southampton F.C. (2020/2022) |
€ 759,757 |
738,024,942 Nigerian Nairas |
|
Southampton F.C. (2017/2020) |
〜€ 34,665 |
〜33,623,249 Nigerian Nairas |
Achievements with the National Team
Although born in England, Tella debuted for the Nigerian national team in 2023 during World Cup qualifiers against Zimbabwe. While this is his only appearance for the national side so far, Tella’s potential remains promising.
Football and Financial Prospects
Starting the 2023/2024 season in the Championship, Tella quickly transitioned to Bayer 04 Leverkusen, showcasing his talent with 3+1 (goals+assists) in 10 Bundesliga matches. With more playing time, Tella aims to solidify his spot in the Nigerian national team and secure a new contract with improved terms.
