The Scottish Premiership boasts a rich history in world football, highlighted by Celtic’s triumphant 1967 European Cup victory under Jock Stein in Lisbon. While financial growth has lagged behind other leagues, Scotland continues to draw elite talents such as Kasper Schmeichel, Kieran Tierney, and Jack Butland. Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain’s recent short-term transfer to Celtic in February 2026 underscores this appeal, positioning him as the league’s highest earner.
Players Earning £22,000-£25,000 per Week (Positions 17-12)
Dujon Sterling secured a four-year contract with Rangers in 2023 after departing Chelsea. Injuries have challenged his tenure, leaving his future extension uncertain.
Hearts forward Lawrence Shankland stands out as the sole representative outside Celtic or Rangers. The Scotland international excels since his 2022 arrival, delivering consistent goals that position Hearts for their first title since 1960. He matches £25,000 weekly wages with Rangers’ Nedim Bajrami and Bojan Miovski, plus Celtic’s Benjamin Nygren and Alastair Johnston.
| Rank | Player | Club | Weekly Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | Dujon Sterling | Rangers | £22,000 |
| 16 | Lawrence Shankland | Hearts | £25,000 |
| 15 | Nedim Bajrami | Rangers | £25,000 |
| 14 | Bojan Miovski | Rangers | £25,000 |
| 13 | Benjamin Nygren | Celtic | £25,000 |
| 12 | Alastair Johnston | Celtic | £25,000 |
Positions 11-6: Rangers Core at £30,000 and Rising Stars
Four Rangers players command £30,000 per week. Goalkeeper Jack Butland, with nine England caps, provides steady reliability since his 2023 arrival. Captain James Tavernier, renowned for prolific defending scores, shares this bracket alongside Bournemouth loanee Max Aarons and Youssef Chermiti.
US international Auston Trusty earns £32,000 weekly at Celtic following his 2024 switch from Sheffield United. Teammate Kelechi Iheanacho, ex-Manchester City striker, tops him at £35,000, though injuries have hampered his impact since summer 2025.
| Rank | Player | Club | Weekly Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| =8 | Jack Butland | Rangers | £30,000 |
| =8 | James Tavernier | Rangers | £30,000 |
| =8 | Max Aarons | Rangers (loan from Bournemouth) | £30,000 |
| =8 | Youssef Chermiti | Rangers | £30,000 |
| 7 | Auston Trusty | Celtic | £32,000 |
| 6 | Kelechi Iheanacho | Celtic | £35,000 |
Top 5: Celtic’s Elite Wage Leaders
Celtic players occupy the top seven spots. Cameron Carter-Vickers, Jota, and captain Callum McGregor each earn £37,000 weekly. McGregor, a lifelong Celtic figure except for a 2013/14 Notts County loan, earned 2024/25 Premiership Team of the Year honors alongside Carter-Vickers.
Kieran Tierney, who rose through Celtic ranks before Arsenal challenges and a 2025 return, commands £50,000 per week. Oxlade-Chamberlain, with 35 England caps, edges ahead at £55,000 on his new deal.
| Rank | Player | Club | Weekly Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| =3 | Cameron Carter-Vickers | Celtic | £37,000 |
| =3 | Jota | Celtic | £37,000 |
| =3 | Callum McGregor | Celtic | £37,000 |
| 2 | Kieran Tierney | Celtic | £50,000 |
| 1 | Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain | Celtic | £55,000 |
Data accurate as of February 24, 2026.
