Real Madrid is leading the way when it comes to weekly salaries among European football clubs, according to new data released by Transfermarkt.
The Spanish giants have been handed a huge boost after securing the services of star striker Karim Benzema for a fee of €110m (£98m) from Paris Saint-Germain this summer.
Benzema's arrival has given Real Madrid one of the most potent attacking options in world football and has seen them surge ahead of Barcelona in terms of weekly salary.
According to Transfermarkt, Real Madrid currently leads the way with a weekly salary of €4.76m per player, followed closely by Barcelona at €4.65m per player.
Manchester United, meanwhile, sit third on the list with a weekly salary of €3.92m per player.
It is not just the top clubs that are benefiting from increased spending, however. Teams such as Chelsea and Manchester City have also seen their weekly salaries rise significantly over the past few years.
Transfermarkt's figures show that the average weekly salary across all European clubs has risen by almost 20% since 2010.
This increase in wages has been driven by a number of factors, including the rising cost of living in Europe and the increasing demand for top talent from abroad.
However, despite the high salaries, there are still concerns about the impact of football on players' mental health.
In recent years, there have been numerous reports of players suffering from burnout and other mental health issues as a result of the relentless demands of playing professional football.
Despite these challenges, however, many clubs continue to invest heavily in their star players, with the hope of securing long-term success on the pitch.
Overall, while the rise in weekly salaries may be a cause for concern for some, it is clear that football continues to be a lucrative business that attracts some of the best talent in the world.