Transfermarkt has reassessed player market values after the 2026 World Cup. The update sees Spanish star Lamine Yamal and Norwegian striker Erling Haaland become the most valuable players at 220 million euros, making them the first to surpass the 200 million euro threshold.
Both players saw their values increase by 20 million euros each. French superstar Kylian Mbappe remains third on the list at 200 million euros.
Top 10 Most Valuable Players
- Lamine Yamal (Barcelona): 220 million euros
- Erling Haaland (Manchester City): 220 million euros
- Kylian Mbappe (Real Madrid): 200 million euros
- Michael Olise (Bayern Munich): 170 million euros
- Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid): 160 million euros
- Pedri (Barcelona): 150 million euros
- Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid): 140 million euros
- Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (Paris Saint-Germain): 140 million euros
- Vitinha (Paris Saint-Germain): 140 million euros
- Joao Neves (Paris Saint-Germain): 140 million euros
Value Increases for Barcelona Players
The update brought significant value increases for Barcelona players. After being named the best young player by FIFA, Pau Cubarsi rose to 100 million euros, becoming one of the world's most valuable defenders. Ferran Torres' value increased by 5 million euros to exceed 50 million euros. Juan Garcia became the most valuable goalkeeper at 45 million euros. Pedri ranks sixth among midfielders with a value of 150 million euros.
Total Club Value Rankings
Although Barcelona players are individually at the top, the club remained outside the top five in total squad value. Manchester City ranks first in the most valuable clubs list, followed by Real Madrid in second, Paris Saint-Germain third, Chelsea fourth, and Arsenal fifth. Barcelona placed sixth.
Impact of the Transfer Window
The movement in the summer transfer window also had an impact on player values. Julian Alvarez's value rose from 100 million euros to 120 million euros. Anthony Gordon, who was transferred to Barcelona, saw his value increase from 65 million euros to 80 million euros. The biggest leap was made by Elliot Anderson, who moved to Manchester City for 135 million euros; his value jumped from 75 million euros to 110 million euros. Morgan Rogers, who joined Chelsea for 138 million euros, also reached a value of 110 million euros.