Habib Beye has secured a place among the highest-earning managers in Ligue 1 following his appointment as head coach of Stade Rennais.
After guiding Red Star FC to promotion to Ligue 2, the former Senegal international has quickly made an impression in France’s top flight—both on the pitch and financially.
Beye’s salary reflects Stade Rennais’ confidence
Beye is now ranked 10th among the best-paid managers in Ligue 1.
The 46-year-old earns a monthly salary of €90,000 (approximately 60 million CFA francs), a substantial sum for a coach in his first season at the highest level.
His salary reflects the confidence Rennes has placed in him as he takes on the challenge of leading the club.
Beye’s rapid rise in French football has been remarkable.
After transitioning from television punditry to coaching, he quickly established himself as a promising manager with his success at Red Star.
Now, at Rennes, he faces the challenge of competing at an elite level while shaping the club’s identity and ambitions.
Luis Enrique tops the managerial earnings list
At the top of the salary rankings, Paris Saint-Germain’s Luis Enrique leads by a significant margin.
The Spaniard earns €1 million per month (approximately 650 million CFA francs), more than ten times Beye’s salary.
This stark contrast highlights the financial disparity between PSG and the rest of Ligue 1’s clubs.
Despite this gap, Beye’s trajectory remains impressive.
His tactical acumen, leadership, and ability to develop young talent have made him one of the most exciting emerging coaches in French football.
Rennes now provides him with a platform to further prove himself, and continued success on the pitch could see his earnings rise in the future.
For now, Beye’s focus remains on delivering results for Rennes, with his long-term goal being to establish the club as a force in Ligue 1.
His salary may be significant, but his true test will be achieving success where it matters most—on the pitch.
