Ghanaian duo Asamoah Gyan and Michael Essien have been included in the top ten richest African footballers in history according to a publication done by South African website, soccerladuma.

Gyan, had a fantastic career with spells at Udinese, Rennes and Sunderland among others. He also holds numerous records for the national team. His net worth is $30 million.

Essien also made his name in Lyon and later Chelsea with a number of impressive performances in Europe. He formed part of a feared Black Stars midfield that scared a number of opponents. Essien's net worth is around $32 million.

Other African stars like Mohammed Salah, Aubameyang and Yaya Toure made the exclusive list.

Check out the list below:

10. Asamoah Gyan - $30 million

9. Michael Essien - $32 million

8. Aubameyang - $35 million

7. Sadio Mane - $38 million

6. John Obi Mikel - $43 million

5. Salah - $48 million

4. Adebayor - $50 million

3. Yaya Toure - $80 million

2. Didier Drogba - $98 million

1. Samuel Eto'o - $140 million