Saudi Pro League · Saudi Arabia
Damac FC take-home pay: what a $10,000,000 contract really pays
A Damac FC 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 Damac FC 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damac FC | 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 Damac FC 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 Damac FC players?
No. Saudi Arabia levies no income tax on wages, so a Damac FC player's state or provincial deduction is zero. Only federal tax and the league deductions apply.