The 100 most valuable teams in the world – Ranked from Lowest to Highest

In modern football, squad value is one of the clearest indicators of a club’s financial muscle, player quality, and overall competitiveness. While success on the pitch still matters most, the total market value of a team can offer a revealing look at how clubs are built, and how they stack up against each other globally.

We’ve ranked the 100 most valuable football squads in the world as of 2025, counting down from number 100 to number 1. (Via Transfermarkt)

100. Union Berlin – £97m

Union Berlin remains in the global top 100 despite a dip in recent form. The squad is built around physical strength and promising young talents, maintaining decent market value.

99. Middlesbrough FC – £97m

Middlesbrough leads the way among second-tier clubs thanks to standout individual performances. Their squad proves that value exists outside the top flight.

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98. Stade Brestois 29 – £99m

Brest's strong Ligue 1 campaign has boosted several players' valuations. Creative attackers and consistent performances have pushed the squad into the top 100.

97. Olympiacos – £101m

Olympiacos continues to dominate Greek football with a roster full of international experience. European exposure keeps their key players in the spotlight.

96. Beşiktaş – £101m

Despite falling behind rivals in Turkey, Beşiktaş maintains a valuable squad. A mix of foreign signings and rising domestic talent sustains their market position.

95. FC Augsburg – £102m

Augsburg remains a solid Bundesliga presence with a roster built on balance—blending experienced players and emerging talent to keep value stable.

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94. Al-Ittihad – £104m

Al-Ittihad has invested heavily in marquee names. While not yet among the top Saudi squads in value, their roster continues to rise in global recognition.

93. Corinthians – £106m

The iconic Brazilian club still produces top-tier talent for export. Their youth pipeline and experienced core create strong valuation potential.

92. Spartak Moscow – £106m

Though somewhat off the European radar, Spartak retains a number of marketable players. A strong domestic foundation keeps their squad’s value relevant.

91. SC Braga – £108m

Braga consistently delivers on both talent development and results. Their blend of Portuguese and South American prospects fuels a growing valuation.

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90. UD Las Palmas – £108m

Las Palmas plays an attractive, possession-based style and has earned recognition for its technical players. Several have seen sharp value increases this season.

89. SV Werder Bremen – £108m

Bremen's offensive rebuild has paid off. A consistent Bundesliga campaign and youth focus have led to a notable bump in squad value.

88. RC Lens – £109m

Lens has emerged as one of Ligue 1’s top talent hubs. Smart recruitment and high-level performances have pushed their valuation steadily upward.

87. Celtic FC – £112m

Celtic continues to dominate Scottish football and generate talent with resale value. European appearances help maintain their squad’s international exposure.

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86. Sheffield United – £116m

Despite on-pitch struggles, Sheffield United retains a group of young English players with high market demand, keeping their valuation competitive.

85. Botafogo – £117m

Botafogo’s resurgence is backed by both investment and performance. Their attacking stars are gaining attention abroad, lifting the overall squad value.

84. KRC Genk – £122m

Genk’s well-established development model continues to pay off. The club regularly produces top-tier players for Europe, which reflects in their valuation.

83. Sunderland AFC – £122m

Sunderland leads the Championship in squad value, thanks to a youth-driven approach and a handful of highly-rated prospects attracting Premier League interest.

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82. Borussia Mönchengladbach – £127m

In a transitional phase, Gladbach still fields key players with significant market worth. Midfield talent and youth development are core assets.

81. Red Bull Salzburg – £128m

Salzburg is a European talent factory, exporting dynamic young players year after year. Their squad remains one of the most valuable outside the top five leagues.

80. 1. FSV Mainz 05 – £131m

Mainz continues to punch above its weight in Germany, with head coach Bo Henriksen injecting fresh energy. A well-balanced squad with developing talent keeps their market value on the rise.

79. Parma Calcio 1913 – £132m

Back in Serie A, Parma is rebuilding smartly around a youthful core. Their steady growth and upward trajectory have attracted valuation increases across the board.

78. Udinese – £133m

Long known for their elite scouting system, Udinese maintains a squad full of players with upside. The club remains a consistent springboard to Europe’s elite.

77. Genoa – £135m

Genoa has stabilized its position in Serie A and built a squad mixing experience with promising players. The result is a well-valued roster with upward mobility.

76. Shakhtar Donetsk – £142m

Despite political instability, Shakhtar continues to field one of Eastern Europe’s most valuable squads. Their Brazilian imports and homegrown talents draw international attention.

75. SC Freiburg – £143m

Freiburg consistently delivers results while working within a modest budget. Their squad is tactically sound and full of emerging talent, making them a Bundesliga model club.

74. Al-Ahli – £146m

Saudi club Al-Ahli has surged in value through high-profile signings and strategic squad building. Their ambitions are clearly reflected in their transfer activity.

73. TSG Hoffenheim – £148m

Hoffenheim has embraced a youth-driven project that’s starting to bear fruit. Their player valuations have grown steadily thanks to strong Bundesliga performances.

72. Real Betis – £149m

Betis offers a technical, attacking style that continues to elevate its roster’s value. Several standout midfielders and forwards have become key assets on the market.

71. Sevilla FC – £150m

Sevilla has dipped slightly in form, but the squad still boasts high-caliber players, particularly in defense and midfield. Their European pedigree keeps them relevant.

70. Al-Nassr – £151m

Cristiano Ronaldo’s presence has boosted Al-Nassr’s profile, and the club continues to add recognizable talent. Their squad value benefits from the league’s overall rise.

69. Como 1907 – £151m

One of the surprise entries in the top 100, Como has made waves with ambitious signings. Their squad value reflects an aggressive push to establish themselves in Serie A.

68. Al-Hilal – £155m

Al-Hilal leads the way among Saudi clubs with a roster filled with star power. Their significant investments in attacking players have paid off in both performance and valuation.

67. Girona FC – £155m

Girona is having a breakout season in La Liga, with multiple players experiencing sharp value increases. Their exciting playing style and strong results have raised eyebrows across Europe.

66. Zenit St. Petersburg – £156m

Zenit continues to dominate the Russian league and blend domestic stars with impactful foreigners. Their squad value remains strong despite limited European exposure.

65. Club Brugge – £160m

Club Brugge is Belgium’s most valuable squad thanks to a steady flow of high-potential exports. Their scouting success and Champions League presence keep them in the spotlight.

64. Leeds United – £163m

Now in the Championship, Leeds still fields a Premier League-quality squad. Several players are on the radar of top-flight clubs, sustaining their valuation.

63. Torino FC – £164m

Torino has quietly built a well-rounded squad with resale potential. A solid Serie A campaign has contributed to growth in individual player values.

62. Burnley FC – £168m

Despite relegation, Burnley’s squad remains one of the most valuable outside the Premier League. Their technical style and youth-friendly approach are major selling points.

61. Ajax Amsterdam – £175m

Ajax has had a turbulent season, but their academy pipeline continues to produce talent. The club remains one of Europe’s most valuable exporters of young stars.

60. Stade Rennais – £183m

Rennes continues to shine as one of France’s premier talent pipelines. Their young, energetic squad includes several players already on the radar of Europe’s biggest clubs.

59. Valencia CF – £185m

Valencia is regaining momentum with a youthful squad showing strong potential. Despite off-field instability, their player valuations remain competitive.

58. OGC Nice – £185m

Backed by solid investment, Nice has quietly assembled a well-balanced squad. Recent signings and emerging stars have driven up the club’s overall valuation.

57. Villarreal CF – £188m

Villarreal remains a La Liga mainstay with a technical, experienced group. Their strong showings in Europe help sustain high individual player values.

56. Flamengo – £188m

Flamengo leads the way in South America with a roster loaded with attacking quality. Several players are consistently linked with moves to Europe’s top leagues.

55. RC Strasbourg Alsace – £191m

Strasbourg's squad value has skyrocketed under new ownership. A more aggressive recruitment policy has quickly translated into higher market estimates.

54. Olympique Lyon – £195m

Despite a dip in performance, Lyon still possesses a roster with elite potential. Their academy remains one of the most respected in France.

53. Fenerbahçe – £202m

Fenerbahçe has stepped up in the Turkish market with smart acquisitions and improved European performances. Their squad features several highly rated internationals.

52. Palmeiras – £205m

Palmeiras is Brazil’s most valuable club squad, loaded with export-ready talent. Their development system continues to churn out future stars.

51. VfL Wolfsburg – £216m

Wolfsburg boasts a strong, athletic squad with solid Bundesliga pedigree. The team’s valuation reflects a healthy mix of experience and rising talent.

50. Southampton FC – £224m

Now in the Championship, Southampton still fields a Premier League-quality roster. The club’s youth system and recent signings keep their value impressively high.

49. Galatasaray – £229m

Galatasaray has significantly raised its squad value with marquee signings and domestic dominance. Their roster is now one of the most valuable outside the top five leagues.

48. Leicester City – £235m

Leicester remains a top-tier squad in value despite relegation. Their core group includes several players coveted by Premier League clubs.

47. Ipswich Town – £240m

One of the season’s biggest surprises, Ipswich has built a dynamic squad through smart investment. Their rise is mirrored in their growing market value.

46. Feyenoord – £242m

Feyenoord’s youth-first approach continues to pay off. Their squad features multiple prospects already gaining international attention.

45. ACF Fiorentina – £242m

Fiorentina has emerged as a dark horse in Serie A with a well-rounded, attacking squad. Their transfer strategy has boosted the club’s valuation.

44. Olympique Marseille – £245m

Marseille has experienced some turbulence but retains a valuable squad with proven talent. European competition and high-profile names help anchor their position.

43. Bologna FC 1909 – £246m

Bologna is enjoying a breakout campaign in Italy. Young, dynamic players have taken center stage, rapidly increasing the squad’s overall value.

42. SS Lazio – £250m

Lazio continues to compete at the top of Serie A with a reliable, balanced roster. Their consistency and experienced core help hold player values steady.

41. AS Roma – £261m

Roma blends veteran leadership with emerging talent, creating a well-valued squad. Their consistent European presence keeps the club and its players in the spotlight.

40. FC Porto – £269m

Porto remains a European scouting powerhouse, constantly producing players for the biggest leagues. Their deep, technical squad consistently ranks among the continent’s most valuable.

39. LOSC Lille – £274m

Lille has a reputation for developing top-tier talent, and their current squad continues that trend. Recent performances and international call-ups have boosted overall value.

38. Eintracht Frankfurt – £278m

Frankfurt’s well-rounded squad blends Bundesliga experience with emerging stars. A strong European pedigree and smart transfer policy support their market strength.

37. PSV Eindhoven – £281m

PSV has built a squad packed with attacking flair and young upside. With multiple breakout players this season, the Dutch club’s valuation continues to climb.

36. VfB Stuttgart – £286m

Stuttgart has become one of the Bundesliga’s most exciting stories, with several homegrown stars exploding in value. Their upward momentum is drawing international attention.

35. SSC Napoli – £305m

Following their historic 2023 title, Napoli's squad has undergone changes but still contains several highly rated individuals. Key assets continue to carry strong market value.

34. Fulham FC – £311m

Fulham has quietly built a valuable squad filled with physical, versatile players. Their recruitment strategy and Premier League stability keep valuations high.

33. SL Benfica – £311m

Benfica is synonymous with talent development and high-profile sales. Their current roster includes multiple players expected to move for major fees in upcoming windows.

32. Everton FC – £314m

Despite financial and competitive challenges, Everton retains a roster with standout individual value. Young prospects and Premier League experience support their ranking.

31. Athletic Bilbao – £316m

Bilbao remains unique in Europe with their Basque-only policy, yet their talent pool continues to produce top-level players. Their identity and success sustain their valuation.

30. Real Sociedad – £329m

Sociedad’s balanced and tactically intelligent squad makes them a La Liga force. Their ability to develop and retain talent has boosted overall value.

29. AS Monaco – £343m

Monaco has reestablished itself as one of Europe’s best places to spot elite young talent. Their attack-heavy squad is packed with future stars.

28. Wolverhampton Wanderers – £351m

Wolves have consistently added undervalued, high-upside talent, particularly from Portugal. Their squad depth and resale value are among the Premier League’s most underrated.

27. Brentford FC – £358m

Brentford continues to outperform expectations through data-driven recruitment. Their compact, energetic squad includes several players with fast-growing valuations.

26. AFC Bournemouth – £374m

Bournemouth has become one of the Premier League’s best-run clubs in the transfer market. Their ambitious squad build is reflected in their high market worth.

25. Borussia Dortmund – £375m

Dortmund has seen a dip in overall value after selling key players, but their reputation for developing talent ensures a strong squad market value year after year.

24. Crystal Palace – £379m

Palace’s youthful midfield and attacking line have drawn widespread interest. The club’s focus on technical, athletic players has led to a steady rise in valuation.

23. Nottingham Forest – £384m

Forest’s aggressive recruitment strategy has created one of the deepest squads outside the traditional top six. Market value is up thanks to key performers across the pitch.

22. West Ham United – £391m

West Ham’s recent European success and smart investments have built a squad filled with talent and experience. Several players are now among the most valuable in their positions.

21. Atalanta BC – £411m

Atalanta’s attacking philosophy and scouting acumen continue to deliver results. Their squad, rich in dynamic talent, is among the most sought-after in Italy.

20. Sporting CP – £419m

Sporting remains a leader in Portuguese football thanks to its relentless production of elite talent. Their squad is packed with young players attracting interest from Europe’s biggest clubs.

19. RB Leipzig – £441m

Leipzig continues to thrive within the Red Bull system, developing high-upside players and selling them at peak value. The current squad is one of the youngest and most dynamic in Europe.

18. Atlético de Madrid – £443m

Atlético’s mix of world-class defenders and explosive attackers keeps their squad highly valued. With a reputation for consistency and competitiveness, the club stays among Europe’s elite.

17. AC Milan – £450m

Milan’s return to the top of Italian football has coincided with a smart squad build. The combination of experienced leaders and breakout stars continues to drive valuation growth.

16. Brighton & Hove Albion – £478m

Brighton has built one of football’s most respected recruitment models. Their squad is filled with players who’ve seen massive value increases through development and exposure.

15. Juventus FC – £535m

Juventus is rebuilding with a younger, more balanced roster, while maintaining several high-value veterans. Their squad remains one of the most valuable in Italy despite recent turbulence.

14. Aston Villa – £539m

Under Unai Emery, Villa has surged both on the pitch and in the market. Their squad includes a number of highly sought-after players with soaring valuations.

13. Newcastle United – £546m

Newcastle’s squad has transformed under new ownership, with marquee signings and youth development pushing them into the global top 15. Their rapid rise continues.

12. Bayer Leverkusen – £554m

Xabi Alonso’s side is unbeaten and thriving. Leverkusen’s squad has exploded in value thanks to standout performances and a perfect mix of experience and young stars.

11. Inter Milan – £571m

Inter’s squad is filled with proven talent across every position. Their success in Serie A and Europe ensures that their key players remain among the most valuable in the world.

10. Manchester United – £597m

Despite inconsistent form, United’s squad value remains extremely high, driven by homegrown talent and big-name acquisitions. Their global appeal continues to elevate valuations.

9. Tottenham Hotspur – £719m

Spurs are playing an exciting brand of football under Ange Postecoglou, with multiple players enjoying breakout seasons. Their squad is now one of the most valuable in the Premier League.

8. Bayern Munich – £738m

While not at their dominant best, Bayern still boasts world-class players in every area. Their depth and international pedigree keep the club’s squad value in the global top 10.

7. Chelsea FC – £792m

Chelsea’s high-spending youth project has resulted in one of the world’s deepest squads. Though results have been mixed, the market value of their roster is massive.

6. Paris Saint-Germain – £793m

Even without Kylian Mbappé, PSG’s roster remains loaded with top talent. With stars like Kvaratskhelia and Dembélé, the club is still among the world’s most valuable.

5. Liverpool FC – £854m

Liverpool is undergoing a successful squad refresh. Players like Szoboszlai, Alexander-Arnold, and Quansah are key assets driving the team’s rising valuation.

4. FC Barcelona – £877m

Despite financial hurdles, Barcelona fields one of the most talented squads in Europe. Their blend of La Masia graduates and world-class attackers keeps value high.

3. Arsenal FC – £971m

Arsenal’s youth-led resurgence has resulted in a squad filled with premium talent. Bukayo Saka, Martin Ødegaard, and Declan Rice are just a few names elevating their valuation.

2. Real Madrid – £1.09bn

Madrid’s next-generation superteam is taking shape. With Jude Bellingham, Vinícius Júnior, Rodrygo, and Endrick leading the way, the squad is packed with world-class value.

1. Manchester City – £1.13bn

City remains at the top thanks to Pep Guardiola’s finely tuned, star-studded roster. With a perfect blend of elite talent and depth, they boast the most valuable squad on the planet.