The highest paid player in the Portuguese Primeira Liga for the 2023/24 season is Angel Di Maria of Benfica, who earns a weekly wage of €185,000.
Angel Di María (born 14 February 1988) is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a right winger or attacking midfielder for Primeira Liga club Benfica and the Argentina national team. Considered one of the greatest Argentine players of all time, he is known for his dribbling, playmaking skills and unique finishing.
Angel Di Maria began his career with Rosario Central but came into prominence at Benfica after signing for the club in 2007, aged 19. He joined Real Madrid for a club record €25 million in 2010, where he won the La Liga title, Copa del Rey, and UEFA Champions League in his first season. He also played a key role in Argentina’s victory at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, winning the Golden Ball as the player of the tournament.
Di María is known for his technical skills, vision, and passing ability. He is also a prolific goalscorer, having scored over 100 goals for club and country. He is a versatile player who can play on either wing or in a central attacking role.
Angel Di Maria is a popular figure in Argentina and is considered to be one of the best players of his generation. He is also a global ambassador for the sport of football.
