Chucky Lozano, a forward for San Diego FC, earns $7.6 million annually, placing him among MLS’s top five highest-paid players and signaling a rising salary tier for elite talents in the league.

His substantial wage positions Lozano not only among MLS stars but also among global soccer standouts, underscoring San Diego FC’s push to attract and retain top talent.

Transfermarkt currently values Lozano at $10.6 million, making him the second-most valuable player on San Diego FC after Anders Dreyer, who is valued at $12.7 million.

Lozano’s role as a forward for San Diego FC helps explain why he has joined MLS’s cadre of top earners through his contract.

Across MLS, Lionel Messi leads with $20.4 million per year for Inter Miami, followed by Son Heung‑min at $11.1 million, Sergio Busquets at $8.7 million, and Miguel Almirón at $7.8 million, illustrating a wide spectrum of player salaries at the top of the league.