Saudi Pro League · Saudi Arabia
Al Riyadh SC take-home pay: what a $10,000,000 contract really pays
A Al Riyadh SC player on $10,000,000 takes home about $9,500,000 — that is 95% of the headline number, after tax, agent commission and league deductions.
Take-home pay at three contract sizes
| Contract | Income tax | FICA / SE | Agent + escrow | Net | Kept |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1,000,000 | −$0 | −$0 | −$50,000 | $950,000 | 95% |
| $5,000,000 | −$0 | −$0 | −$250,000 | $4,750,000 | 95% |
| $10,000,000 | −$0 | −$0 | −$500,000 | $9,500,000 | 95% |
Where a $10,000,000 deal goes
| Deduction | Amount |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | −$0 |
| Agent commission (5%) | −$500,000 |
| Total deductions | −$500,000 |
| Take-home pay | $9,500,000 |
Why Al Riyadh SC keeps 95%
Saudi Arabia levies no personal income tax, which is why the Saudi Pro League produces the highest net-to-gross ratio of any league tracked here. The catch is that US citizens still owe US tax on the income.
Saudi Arabia levies no personal income tax, so the only deduction beyond agent commission is any foreign tax you still owe at home.
Same money, different tax market
| Team | Market | Top rate | Net |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al Riyadh SC | Saudi Arabia | 0% | $9,500,000 |
| Al Hilal SFC | Saudi Arabia | 0% | $9,500,000 |
| Al Raed | Saudi Arabia | 0% | $9,500,000 |
| Al Khaleej FC | Saudi Arabia | 0% | $9,500,000 |
Questions
How much does a Al Riyadh SC player take home on a $10,000,000 contract?
About $9,500,000, or 95% of the headline figure. Income tax takes $0, agent commission takes $500,000 and FICA, self-employment tax and jock tax take the remaining $0.
Does Saudi Arabia tax Al Riyadh SC players?
No. Saudi Arabia levies no income tax on wages, so a Al Riyadh SC player's state or provincial deduction is zero. Only federal tax and the league deductions apply.