Britain's 17 richest footballers

Chelsea Football Club's Brazilian star Oscar made headlines this week when he reportedly agreed to join a team in the Chinese Super League for an eye-watering 60 million, a move which would make him one of the world's most highly-paid footballers.China's premier league, backed by huge state investment, looks set to become the richest in the world, but for now that accolade lies with England's Premier Leagueand its footballers have huge salaries to match.So who are the richest footballers playing or hailing from the UK' The Sunday Times Rich List, which is released every April, includes a ranking of the UK's wealthiest young footballersdefined as any player who is yet to retire.The list includes footballers who either hail from, or play, in the UK. Take a look.= 15. Daniel Sturridge '14 million. The 27-year-old Liverpool and England striker has played for Aston Villa, Manchester City, and Chelsea in his career. As well as big weekly wages, Sturridge has earned money in the past advertising for sandwich chain Subway. Despite his wealth, Sturridge has been little used by Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp and a loan move is rumoured for January.= 15. Joe Hart '14 million. The Manchester City and England goalkeeper is currently spending a season on loan at Italian club Torino, having fallen out of favour with new Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola. He is well known for front shampoo brand Head & Shoulder's TV ad campaign, likely a lucrative deal.= 15. Gael Clichy '14 million. The defender, 31, represents France and reportedly earns 90,000 a week at his club Manchester City.Source: TotalSportek.See the rest of the story at Business Insider
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