The 2024/25 Premier League season has officially wrapped up, bringing with it the final standings and a substantial payout to all 20 clubs. While Liverpool celebrated their first title of the post-Klopp era, other sides had very different conclusions—some earning European spots, others facing relegation.
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As is tradition, the Premier League has distributed its end-of-season financial rewards, including merit payments based on final league positions. According to The Mirror, the total prize fund this year once again topped £2.84 billion, with clubs receiving varying payouts depending on their success on the pitch.
Here’s a full breakdown of the earnings for each club—from bottom-of-the-table Southampton to champions Liverpool.
2024/25 Premier League Prize Money: Club-by-Club Earnings
Positions 20 to 16
Despite the excitement of the top of the table, life at the bottom was much more punishing—especially financially.
| Rank | Club | Estimated Prize Money |
|---|---|---|
| 20 | Southampton | £2.8 million |
| 19 | Ipswich Town | £5.7 million |
| 18 | Leicester City | £8.5 million |
| 17 | Tottenham Hotspur | £11.3 million |
| 16 | Wolverhampton Wanderers | £14 million |
Southampton ended the season in last place, picking up the lowest payout. Newly promoted Ipswich and Leicester also return to the Championship, albeit with decent financial cushions. Tottenham’s domestic struggles saw them finish 17th, their worst performance in recent memory.
Positions 15 to 11
Mid-table mediocrity came with moderate rewards this season—though some of these clubs will be disappointed with their final positions.
| Rank | Club | Estimated Prize Money |
|---|---|---|
| 15 | Manchester United | £16.9 million |
| 14 | West Ham United | £19.7 million |
| 13 | Everton | £22.5 million |
| 12 | Crystal Palace | £25.4 million |
| 11 | Fulham | £28.2 million |
Manchester United’s 15th-place finish capped off a disastrous campaign, while Palace’s FA Cup win and Fulham’s strong performances helped increase their payouts.
Positions 10 to 6
These clubs narrowly missed out on Champions League places but are still in strong financial positions moving forward.
| Rank | Club | Estimated Prize Money |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | Brentford | £31 million |
| 9 | Bournemouth | £33.8 million |
| 8 | Brighton & Hove Albion | £36.7 million |
| 7 | Nottingham Forest | £39.4 million |
| 6 | Aston Villa | £42.2 million |
Forest will look ahead to the Europa Conference League, while Aston Villa secured Europa League football after an impressive campaign.
Positions 5 to 1
The biggest earners of the season were, unsurprisingly, the Premier League’s top five.
| Rank | Club | Estimated Prize Money |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Newcastle United | £45.1 million |
| 4 | Chelsea | £47.9 million |
| 3 | Manchester City | £50.7 million |
| 2 | Arsenal | £53.5 million |
| 1 | Liverpool | £56.4 million |
Liverpool lifted the title under new manager Arne Slot, ending Arsenal’s third consecutive runner-up finish. Newcastle and Chelsea clinched late spots in next season’s Champions League, ensuring both financial and competitive gains.
How Premier League Prize Money Works
Premier League earnings consist of several components:
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Merit Payments – Based on final league position
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Equal Share Payments – Distributed equally among all 20 clubs
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Facility Fees – Paid based on how often a team’s matches were broadcast
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Commercial Revenue Share – A split of league-wide sponsorship and licensing deals
Although exact totals vary due to broadcast appearances and commercial factors, the listed merit payments represent a significant portion of each club’s seasonal income.
Conclusion
From glory at Anfield to heartbreak at St. Mary’s, the 2024/25 Premier League season delivered drama across the table—and massive financial implications. As clubs now shift focus to transfers and preseason, their final prize money will play a key role in shaping what comes next.
