S1mple’s $500,000 transfer fee and record salary reveal true cost of esports superstars

Reports surrounding s1mple’s move to BC.Game has drawn global attention, with rumors suggesting a $500,000 transfer fee paid to NAVI alongside a staggering $130,000 monthly salary.

While official confirmation has yet to surface, the numbers being circulated reflect the rising financial stakes in professional esports, where top-tier players are now valued at levels once reserved for elite athletes in traditional sports.