At Glance: Salaries and Net Worths of the PSL’s Biggest Stars

From seasoned legends to rising stars, South Africa’s Premier Soccer League (PSL) continues to produce elite footballers whose talent commands impressive salaries and builds substantial wealth.

 Here's a comprehensive look at the earnings and net worths of 20 top players, past and present, across the PSL landscape.

Goalkeepers & Defenders

Itumeleng Khune (ex-Kaizer Chiefs)

• Salary: R480,000/month
• Net Worth: R70 million Khune, a Kaizer Chiefs icon, is one of the highest-paid goalkeepers in PSL history. His wealth stems from a long career, endorsements like topbet, and investments.

Ronwen Williams (Mamelodi Sundowns)

• Salary: R500,000/month
• Net Worth: Estimated R15–20 million Williams, Bafana Bafana captain, signed a lucrative deal with Sundowns in 2024. His AFCON heroics and consistent performances have elevated his market value.

Andile Jali (Moroka Swallows / Free Agent)

• Salary: R550,000/month (previously at Sundowns)
• Net Worth: R90 million Jali’s wealth includes earnings from PSL contracts, endorsements with Nike and Lion Match, and media appearances.

Zakhele Lepasa (Siwele FC)

• Salary: R150,000/month (previously at Orlando Pirates)
• Net Worth: Estimated R5–7 million A product of Pirates’ development system, Lepasa’s earnings reflect his rise through the ranks and national team contributions.

Aubrey Modiba (Mamelodi Sundowns)

• Salary: R290,000/month
• Net Worth: R5–6 million Modiba’s consistent performances and Olympic experience have earned him a solid salary at Sundowns.

Midfield Maestros

Themba Zwane (Mamelodi Sundowns)

• Salary: R500,000/month
• Net Worth: R26 million “Mshishi” is a PSL veteran with lucrative Puma endorsements and a fleet of luxury cars.

Teboho Mokoena (Mamelodi Sundowns)

• Salary: R300,000–R500,000/month
• Net Worth: Estimated R10–15 million A rising midfield star, Mokoena’s market value and national team presence make him one of Sundowns’ top assets.

Patrick Maswanganyi (Orlando Pirates)

• Salary: R250,000/month
• Net Worth: Estimated R8–10 million “Tito” has become a key playmaker for Pirates, with a growing brand and performance-based bonuses.

Yusuf Maart (ex-Kaizer Chiefs)

• Salary: R300,000/month
• Net Worth: R8 million Maart’s leadership and midfield control earned him a captain’s role and a contract extension through 2028.

Bongani Zungu (AmaZulu)

• Salary: R700,000/month (previously at Sundowns)
• Net Worth: R71–93 million Zungu’s wealth comes from European stints, endorsements with Nike and MTN, and investments in real estate and fashion.

Forwards & Wingers

Peter Shalulile (Mamelodi Sundowns)

• Salary: R400,000/month
• Net Worth: R9.4 million Namibia’s top striker earns from football, endorsements with Nike and Samsung, and hotel investments.

Keagan Dolly (Cape Town City)

• Salary: R1.45 million/month (previously at Kaizer Chiefs)
• Net Worth: R61 million Dolly was the PSL’s highest-paid player, with income from football, real estate, and media appearances.

Monnapule Saleng (Orbit College/Orlando Pirates)

• Salary: R70,000/month
• Net Worth: R10.5 million Saleng’s rapid rise includes national team honors and rumored offers from Al-NASR worth over R13 million.

Khanyisa Mayo (Kaizer Chiefs)

• Salary: Undisclosed
• Net Worth: Estimated R5–10 million Cape Town City values Mayo at over R36 million, reflecting his joint top-scorer status and growing market appeal.

Ashley Du Preez (Kaizer Chiefs)

• Salary: R300,000/month
• Net Worth: R9.5 million Du Preez earns from football, Coca-Cola and Adidas endorsements, and business ventures in fashion and hospitality.

Thapelo Maseko (Mamelodi Sundowns)

• Salary: Not publicly disclosed
• Net Worth: Estimated R5–8 million A dynamic winger, Maseko’s salary is likely in the R300,000–R400,000 range based on Sundowns’ pay scale.

Iqraam Rayners (Mamelodi Sundowns)

• Salary: R200,000–R500,000/month
• Net Worth: Estimated R10 million Rayners’ move from Stellenbosch to Sundowns boosted his earnings and market value.

Marcelo Allende (Mamelodi Sundowns)

• Salary: R430,000/month
• Net Worth: R56.7 million The Chilean international commands one of the highest salaries at Sundowns, with a record R51 million transfer fee.

Legends & Veterans

Siphiwe Tshabalala (Ex-Kaizer Chiefs)

• Salary: Retired
• Net Worth: R70–95 million “Shabba” remains a profitable brand post-retirement through endorsements, public speaking, and media work.

Bernard Parker (Ex-Kaizer Chiefs & TS Galaxy)

• Salary: Undisclosed
• Net Worth: Estimated R8–10 million Parker’s long career across PSL and Europe has earned him a solid financial foundation