These football players represent a blend of domestic talents and international stars who command the top salaries in Mexican football today.
The path to success hinges on smart financial planning, and that starts with solid investment. Leading clubs in Liga MX spare no effort to attract high-paid players, with America and Tigres often setting the pace in the market.
The latest wave of signings by Tigres Occidental de Norte for Clausura 2023 included Diego Lainez, a move aimed at revitalizing a career that faced bumps abroad and needs a strong return to form in front of their fans.
GOAL reports, based on several industry sources, a list of the five highest-paid footballers in Mexican football. These figures are presented in millions of dollars gross.
JESUS CORONA (1.5 MDD)
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Corona’s earnings are around 34 million Mexican pesos per year, which breaks down to roughly 2.8 million pesos each month, about 708 thousand per week, and nearly 101 thousand daily.
GUIDO PIZARRO (1.8 million USD)
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Pizarro ranks among Liga MX’s top earners with annual pay near 36 million pesos, translating to about 3 million per month, 750 thousand weekly, and roughly 107 thousand per day.
DIEGO LAINEZ (2 MDD)
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With Tigres, Diego Lainez earns about 39 million pesos each year, which breaks down to approximately 3.2 million per month, 812 thousand weekly, and about 116 thousand daily.
JONATHAN RODRIGUEZ (3 million USD)
Small head will perceive around 60 million pesos per year, equating to about 5 million per month, 1 million 250 thousand weekly, and roughly 178 thousand 572 daily.
ANDRE-PIERRE GIGNAC (4.6 million USD)
Gignac is currently earning about 89 million 252 thousand 650 pesos per year, which equates to approximately 7 million 437 thousand 720 monthly, 1 million 859 thousand 430 weekly, and 243 thousand 859 daily.
These figures reflect the market dynamics in Liga MX, where clubs balance competitiveness with the goal of building teams that can perform at the highest levels, both domestically and in international competitions. The salaries highlight how Mexican football has become a magnet for talent, drawing players who bring skill, experience, and a global perspective to the league. Observers note that such investments are often tied to club projects that aim to rise in standings, push toward championship contention, and expand commercial opportunities across Canada, the United States, and beyond. The players listed here illustrate the current economic landscape of Liga MX, and the numbers underscore the importance of financial strategy in sustaining top-level football in the region.
At the same time, fans and analysts watch how these contracts influence broader market trends, including sponsorship deals, merchandising, and the appeal of the league to broadcasters in North America. The ongoing balance between on-field performance and off-field value remains a central theme as Liga MX clubs chart paths for growth in a competitive, cross-border sports environment.