The latest list of the 100 most valuable football players globally showcases some of the sport’s top talents.
As the 2024/25 season approaches its conclusion, a statistics hub has revealed the market values of the best players in the game.
Leading the list is Erling Haaland, the Manchester City striker, valued at an impressive €200 million (£167 million). Despite an underwhelming season by his elite standards, with 30 goals for City, Haaland holds the top position.
Vinicius Jr of Real Madrid shares the same valuation, but Haaland takes precedence as he is nine days younger. The Brazilian winger has contributed 29 goals in all competitions this season, placing him second.
In the third spot, Lamine Yamal, valued at €180 million (£151 million), has continued his excellent form from Euro 2024 with Spain into his performances at Barcelona. The 17-year-old has recorded 13 goals and 18 assists this season.
Jude Bellingham closely follows Yamal, also valued at €180 million (£151 million). The 21-year-old midfielder has garnered attention for his outstanding performances with Real Madrid, amassing 12 goals and 11 assists this season.
Top Ten Most Valuable Players
- Erling Haaland – 24 – Manchester City – €200 million
- Vinicius Jr – 24 – Real Madrid – €200 million
- Lamine Yamal – 17 – Barcelona – €180 million
- Jude Bellingham – 21 – Real Madrid – €180 million
- Kylian Mbappe – 26 – Real Madrid – €170 million
- Bukayo Saka – 24 – Arsenal – €150 million
- Florian Wirtz – 21 – Bayer Leverkusen – €140 million
- Jamal Musiala – 22 – Bayern Munich – €140 million
- Cole Palmer – 22 – Chelsea – €130 million
- Phil Foden – 24 – Manchester City – €130 million
Paris Saint-Germain, Arsenal, and Barcelona each feature prominently, with each club housing nine players in the overall top 100 valuations. Barcelona leads with a squad value of €750 million (£627 million), including rising stars like Yamal and Pedri, valued at €120 million (£100 million).
Following closely behind is Arsenal with a total squad value of €745 million (£623 million), featuring Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice valued at €110 million (£92 million). Real Madrid tops the overall list with a staggering squad value of €930 million (£778 million) to solidify their reputation as one of football’s elite teams.
