Islam Slimani is an Algerian professional footballer who currently plays as a forward for Sporting CP in the Primeira Liga and the Algeria national team. He is Algeria’s all-time leading goal scorer with 39 goals.
Slimani started his career with JSM Chéraga and CR Belouizdad in his home country. He moved to Europe in 2013, signing with Sporting CP. During his 3 years in Portugal, he played and scored frequently, helping his team win the Taça de Portugal in 2015. Slimani was traded to Leicester in 2016 for a club-record fee of £28 million.
Olympique Lyonnais followed after his time at Leicester.
Slimani, an Algerian international, made his international debut in 2012 and competed in the Africa Cup of Nations in 2013, 2015, 2017, and 2021. He was also a member of the Algeria team that won the African Cup in 2019.
How much did Islam Slimani’s transfer cost?
This is another free transfer accepted by Sporting Lisbon.
Islam Slimani salary per week at Sporting CP
Slimani joined OL on a free transfer from Leicester City in January 2021. He was earning £50,000 per week there. We believe his salary will be increased due to his finishing abilities.
Islam Slimani net worth
Slimani earned £50,000 per week, £2,600,000 per year playing for Olympique Lyonnais as a striker. Islam Slimani’s net worth is £23,826,400 as of 2022.
