Serie A Players Face 25% Pay Cut if Relegated Under New Agreement
A new agreement between the Italian Footballers’ Association and Serie A has introduced a significant change for players in the top flight, with salaries set to be automatically reduced by 25% if their teams are relegated to Serie B. This five-year agreement, announced on Tuesday, aims to alleviate the financial burden on clubs that drop out of Italy’s premier football league.
The pay cut will apply to all contracts signed after September 2, 2025, coinciding with the end of the summer transfer window. The automatic reduction in salaries will be implemented unless a player’s contract explicitly states otherwise. Existing contracts will continue under their previously agreed terms, but the new structure marks a pivotal shift in player salary management within the league.
In addition to the pay cut, the collective bargaining agreement establishes a minimum salary structure based on a player’s age. This minimum salary cannot be reduced even if a team faces relegation, providing a safety net for younger players.
Should a relegated team earn promotion back to Serie A, affected players will see their salaries restored to their original values, ensuring a level of financial stability if teams successfully return to the top tier.
This agreement reflects ongoing efforts to maintain financial health across Italian football, particularly as clubs navigate the challenges associated with relegation.
