France’s Kylian Mbappe, 23, is the richest footballer, expected to earn $128 million from his extension contract with Paris Saint Germain.
Second on Forbes' list was Lionel Messi, expected to earn $120 million this season. The report said his earnings could rise 20 percent if Argentina wins the World Cup in November.
Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo, who plays as a forward for Manchester United, is expected to bring in $100 million this season.
Brazil’s Neymar Junior had a historic year in 2017 with a $263 million transfer to PSG. This season, he is expected to bring in $87 million.
Mohamed Salah, Liverpool's Egyptian striker, will likely earn $53 million this season, the Forbes report said.
Erling Haaland of Manchester city is expected to earn $39 million this season.
Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona will bring in $35 million in 2022-23, the report estimated.
Real Madrid player Eden Hazard's earnings are expected to reach $31 million.
Andres Iniesta from Japanese club Vissel Kobe is expected to make $ 31 million this soccer season.
Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne is likely to bring in $29 million this season.