28.06.2024 11:40
Beşiktaş's new transfer Rafa Silva has become the highest-paid player in the history of the black and white team with a salary of 6 million euros. Silva surpassed his compatriot Pepe to claim the title of the highest-earning player in the club's history when considering annual salaries. The Portuguese star also doubled the earnings of Vincent Aboubakar, the highest-earning player in the current team, who earns 3.1 million euros.
Beşiktaş made a highly talked-about transfer by signing Rafa Silva, who previously played for Benfica, following Gabriel Paulista. The arrival of the Portuguese star was met with great satisfaction by the black and white football fans, and his cost has been a topic of much public interest.
HE WILL EARN 6 MILLION EUROS ANNUALLY
The Eagle will pay the 31-year-old player a guaranteed fee of 6 million euros per season and a signing bonus of 10 million euros in exchange for a 3-year contract. Beşiktaş Vice President Hüseyin Yücel will cover a portion of the total 28 million euros.
MAKING HISTORY BY SURPASSING PEPE
Rafa Silva, in terms of annual salaries, has taken over the title of the highest-earning player in the club's history from his compatriot Pepe. Despite being 41 years old, the player is currently appearing in EURO 2024 with the Portuguese National Team. In 2017, he signed a 2-year contract with Beşiktaş for 4.5 million euros per season. Furthermore, Rafa Silva has doubled the earnings of Vincent Aboubakar, the highest-earning player in the current team, with his 6 million euro salary.