Ernest Nuamah is a Ghanaian professional footballer who plays as a right winger for Olympique Lyonnais in Ligue 1 and the Ghana national football team.
Known for his pace, dribbling ability, and direct attacking style, Nuamah has emerged as one of Ghana’s most exciting young forwards in European football.
The winger first rose to prominence in Denmark before earning a high-profile move to France, where he continues to develop at one of Europe’s historic clubs.
Summary
- Full name: Ernest Appiah Nuamah
- Date of birth: November 1, 2003
- Position: Right winger
- Current club: Olympique Lyonnais
- National team: Ghana national football team
- Weekly salary: €73,462
- Annual salary: €3.82 million
- Contract expiry: June 2028
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Salary
According to recent salary trackers, Nuamah earns roughly €73,462 (£63,000) per week at Lyon.
This translates to approximately €3.82 million (£3.27 million) gross annually, excluding potential performance-related bonuses. His current contract with Lyon runs until June 2028.
As one of the club’s promising young attacking talents, Nuamah’s salary reflects his growing reputation in European football. Continued powerful performances in Ligue 1 could see his earnings rise significantly in future contracts.
| Annual Salary | £3,820,000 |
| Monthly Salary | €318,333 |
| Weekly Salary | £73,462 |
| Daily Salary | €10,495 |
Market value
According to Transfermarkt, Nuamah’s market value is estimated at around €15 million as of mid-2025.
The valuation reflects his rapid rise in Denmark, strong potential as a young winger, and his continued development in Ligue 1.
| Date | Market value | Age | Club |
| 20.06.2022 | €150,000 | 18 | FC Nordsjælland |
| 22.12.2022 | €1,500,000 | 19 | FC Nordsjælland |
| 26.06.2023 | €6,000,000 | 19 | FC Nordsjælland |
| 16.10.2023 | €20,000,000 | 19 | Olympique Lyonnais |
| 18.12.2023 | €18,000,000 | 20 | Olympique Lyonnais |
| 10.12.2024 | €15,000,000 | 21 | Olympique Lyonnais |
| 15.12.2025 | €12,000,000 | 22 | Olympique Lyonnais |
Despite some fluctuations, Nuamah remains one of the most valuable young Ghanaian attackers in Europe.
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Career
Club Career
2021–2023: Nuamah began his professional European career with FC Nordsjælland in Denmark’s Danish Superliga. He quickly emerged as one of the league’s brightest talents, impressing with his speed, creativity, and goal contributions.
2023–2024: He was transferred from Nordsjælland to Belgian club RWD Molenbeek for around €25 million, one of the most expensive deals involving a Danish-league player. The winger was immediately loaned to Lyon as part of a multi-club ownership structure.
2024–present: Lyon later completed his permanent signing in a deal worth €28.5 million, tying him to the club until 2028.
At Lyon, Nuamah has continued to develop as a dynamic winger capable of playing across the front line, contributing goals and assists while adapting to the demands of top-level European football.
Throughout his club career, Nuamah has been praised for his explosive acceleration, close control, and ability to stretch defenses from wide attacking areas.
International career
Nuamah represents the Ghana national football team at senior international level.
He made his debut in 2023 and has since earned 18 caps, scoring four goals and three assists, contributing to Ghana’s attacking options during international competitions and qualifiers.
Accolades & recognition
Although still early in his career, Nuamah has already achieved several notable milestones:
- Breakthrough performances with FC Nordsjælland in the Danish Superliga
- One of the most exciting young African talents in European football
- High-profile €28.5 million transfer to Olympique Lyonnais
- Regular appearances for the Ghana national team.
Nuamah gained widespread attention during his time in Denmark, where his attacking flair and speed made him one of the most sought-after young players in Scandinavian football.
Overview
Ernest Nuamah is widely regarded as one of the most promising Ghanaian attackers of his generation.
With his blistering pace, dribbling ability, and attacking creativity, the winger possesses the tools to become a key player for Olympique Lyonnais and a long-term attacking option for the Ghana national football team.
