4. Maro Itoje – £800,000
Maro Itoje, the talented lock, was rumored to have expressed interest in joining Racing 92 two years ago. Club president Jacky Lorenzetti inadvertently revealed that Itoje requested a 1-million-euro deal. While the exact figures of Itoje’s current salary at Saracens vary, it is widely reported that he is bringing home approximately £800,000.
3. Cheslin Kolbe – £850,000
Cheslin Kolbe, the celebrated Springbok star, had already established himself as one of rugby’s hottest commodities during his time at Toulouse. When he made the switch from one French powerhouse to another by joining Toulon, reports emerged that he began earning around 1 million euros per year. Toulouse received a substantial £2.23 million transfer fee for his services.
