4) Robbie Keane, LA Galaxy ($4.5 million)
Designated players are supposed to bring attention and titles to the clubs they represent. Irish professional football player Robbie Keane has done that and much more to his club LA Galaxy. He plays as a striker, and is the captain of both Los Angeles Galaxy and the Republic of Ireland national team. On March 6 2014, he signed a new multi-year contract extension with the club. He takes home around $4.5 million. This three-time MLS Cup winner has been worth every cent since joining MLS. He is one of the league’s highest goal scorers.
3) Michael Bradley, Toronto FC ($6.5 million)
Michael Bradley has $6.5 million guaranteed compensation. He played in Europe between 2006 and 2013. On January 9 2014, AS Roma announced his sale to Toronto FC of Major League Soccer for $10 million. Currently he plays as a midfielder for Toronto FC. He is also part of the US national team. Freelance writer for ESPN.com Michael Cox once said that Bradley is all about energy and hard running. He scored his first goals for Toronto FC on April 5 2014 against the Columbus Crew.
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