Manchester City players will be pocketing more than £2 million in bonuses after their historic treble win this season. Following a successful campaign, in which they secured the Premier League title for the third consecutive year and defeated Manchester United in the FA Cup final before beating Inter Milan in the Champions League final, top players in Pep Guardiola’s squad are set to receive hefty payouts.
According to Mail Sport, City’s bonus policy is structured on an individual basis instead of an agreed amount shared by the entire squad. The league-winning bonus ranges between £200,000 to £900,000, while the FA Cup bonus is comparatively less.
Key players such as Kevin De Bruyne and Erling Haaland are expected to take home over £1 million in bonuses each for their contributions to delivering the club’s first-ever Champions League trophy.
The win over Inter Milan secured City’s first-ever Champions League trophy, after their initial campaign back in 2011-12 ended in disappointment. This year’s victory has, therefore, marked the fulfilment of a decade-long quest for the European title.
While the bonuses may seem excessive, it’s worth noting the contribution of each player in achieving this historic treble win. The players’ wages might be immense, but their dedication and hard work have undoubtedly enabled Manchester City to lift three major titles in the same season, an achievement that has been unprecedented in English football history.
Overall, the bonus payouts reflect the immense success the Manchester City team has achieved this season. It also serves as an incentive for the players to keep striving for excellence, backed by financial rewards, as they continue to build upon the success of this season.
