The versatile Nigerian midfielder, has been steadily attracting the attention of major European clubs. As of summer 2024, the talented player remained at Club Brugge KV despite interest from teams like Crystal Palace, Galatasaray, Everton, and even rumors of potential offers from Manchester and Barcelona.
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His continued stay in Belgium offers him a chance to win trophies and potentially secure a more lucrative contract in the near future. Kick Off Nigeria looks into the player’s salary and financial side of his football story.
What is Raphael Onyedika’s Salary at Club Brugge KV?
Since joining the Belgian club in 2022, Raphael Onyedika has signed a contract that extends until June 30, 2027. Over the next three years, the Nigerian international is set to earn a total of €2,050,782 (excluding bonuses). For the 2024/2025 season, Onyedika’s salary is €683,594 per year, equating to €34,231 per week.
|
Annual Salary |
€ 683,594 |
1,212,461,587 Nigerian Nairas |
|
Monthly Salary |
€ 56,966 |
101,038,170 Nigerian Nairas |
|
Weekly Salary |
€ 13,146 |
23,316,501 Nigerian Nairas |
|
Daily Salary |
€ 1,878 |
3,330,929 Nigerian Nairas |
Career Salary Comparison
Onyedika’s move from FC Midtjylland to Brugge saw a significant increase in his earnings. His salary in Beligium is now approximately 3.5 times higher than what he was earning in Denmark, marking this as the most lucrative phase of his career.
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Club |
Salary Euro per Year (EUR) |
Salary Nigerian Nairas per Year (NGN) |
|
Club Brugge KV (2022/2025) |
€ 683,594 |
1,212,461,587 Nigerian Nairas |
|
FC Midtjylland (2021/2022) |
〜€ 205,078 |
〜 363,738,121 Nigerian Nairas |
Market Value: Consistent Growth After Senior Debut
Onyedika’s professional journey began in Denmark, where he played for FC Fredericia in the Danish second division. His standout performances there earned him a return to FC Midtjylland, and his market value rose by €100,000. The 2021/2022 season was pivotal for the Nigerian midfielder, where he contributed to seven goal involvements and won the Danish Cup, boosting his transfer value by over 16.5 times.
Since signing with Club Brugge KV, Onyedika has become a key player, leading to a steady rise in his market value. By the first third of the 2024/2025 season, his value had tripled, reaching an all-time high of €16 million. According to Transfermarkt.com, this makes him the second most valuable player at his club and the Belgian league, and he ranks eighth among Nigerian footballers.
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Club |
Year |
Market Value |
|---|---|---|
|
Club Brugge KV |
2024 |
€ 16,000,000 |
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Club Brugge KV |
2023 |
€ 9,000,000 |
|
FC Midtjylland |
2022 |
€ 5,000,000 |
|
FC Fredericia |
2021 |
€ 300,000 |
|
FC Fredericia |
2020 |
€ 200,000 |
National Team Achievements
Raphael Onyedika made his debut for the Nigerian senior national team in the autumn of 2022. He was part of the squad that competed in the 2024 African Cup of Nations, where Nigeria finished as runners-up after a narrow defeat to Ivory Coast in the final. To date, Onyedika has played 12 matches for Nigeria, contributing a goal and an assist.
Football and Financial Prospects
As of the 2024/2025 season, Onyedika remains a pivotal figure at Club Brugge KV. His contributions, including several key assists, have played a significant role in his team’s performance in both the domestic league and the UEFA Champions League. If the Nigerian midfielder continues to perform at this high level, it’s likely that he could make a big move as early as next summer, securing a more lucrative contract in one of Europe’s top leagues.
