The 49 Most Valuable Players in the Bundesliga – Ranked
The Bundesliga continues to be a breeding ground for world-class talent, mixing elite performers with rising stars across Germany’s top flight. With the latest player market values updated by Transfermarkt, we've compiled a ranking of the 49 most valuable players currently playing in the Bundesliga.
49. Julian Ryerson – £17 million
The Norwegian full-back has been a reliable and aggressive presence for Borussia Dortmund. His tactical awareness and ability to cover multiple roles in defense make him a valuable squad piece.
48. Maximilian Mittelstädt – £17 million
Mittelstädt had a breakthrough season with VfB Stuttgart, showing consistent performances down the left flank. His work rate and attacking intent have caught the eyes of top clubs.
47. Aleix García – £17 million
The Spanish midfielder brought calm and control to Augsburg’s midfield. Known for his passing range and tactical intelligence, García has grown into a leadership role.
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46. Finn Jeltsch – £17 million
A teenage center-back from Nürnberg, Jeltsch is considered one of the brightest young defenders in Germany. His composure and strength belie his age.
45. Chrislain Matsima – £17 million
On loan from Monaco, Matsima added athleticism and physicality to his Bundesliga experience. The 22-year-old center-back is starting to fulfill his early promise.
44. Elye Wahi – £19 million
The French striker didn’t explode in his debut Bundesliga season but showed glimpses of elite talent. With pace and flair, Wahi remains a high-upside forward.
43. Nathaniel Brown – £19 million
The 20-year-old defender is a product of Nürnberg's academy and one of the Bundesliga’s new wave of German talents. Scouts are monitoring him closely.
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42. Leon Goretzka – £19 million
Once valued among the best midfielders in Europe, Goretzka’s role has shifted. Still, his physicality, runs into the box, and experience give him enduring value.
41. Serge Gnabry – £19 million
Injury issues and competition have lowered Gnabry’s status, but his ability to score and assist from wide positions keeps him in the top ranks.
40. Jobe Bellingham – £19 million
The younger Bellingham brother impressed with technical quality and maturity well beyond his years. A versatile midfielder with huge upside.
39. Ermedin Demirović – £19 million
A clinical finisher and leader for Augsburg, Demirović is one of the most consistent attacking threats outside the top four clubs.
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38. Arthur Vermeeren – £19 million
The Belgian youngster has already played in Europe and quickly adapted to the Bundesliga pace. A calm, confident deep-lying playmaker. Currently on loan to Marseille in France (2025)
37. Paul Nebel – £20 million
Mainz’s dynamic winger is small in stature but big in impact. Nebel’s energy and dribbling cause defenders all sorts of problems.
36. Arthur Theate – £21 million
The Belgian defender combines strength and speed at the back. A ball-playing center-back with international experience under his belt.
35. Konrad Laimer – £21 million
A pressing machine in midfield, Laimer brings intensity and tactical discipline to Bayern. His versatility adds extra value to his game.
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34. Maximilian Beier – £21 million
The Hoffenheim striker has speed to burn and a nose for goal. Beier is part of Germany’s next generation of attacking stars.
33. Hiroki Ito – £21 million
A solid left-footed center-back, Ito has been a quiet but vital contributor to Stuttgart’s defense. His positioning and tackling stand out.
32. Julian Brandt – £21 million
Still one of the most elegant playmakers in the league, Brandt’s technique and passing vision make him a key creative figure for Dortmund.
31. Konstantinos Koulierakis – £21 million
The Greek defender made waves with his anticipation and timing. Already looking like a Bundesliga regular, his market value is on the rise.
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30. Ritsu Doan – £21 million
Doan is one of Freiburg’s most creative weapons. The Japanese international’s dribbling, flair, and relentless motor make him a fan favorite.
29. Patrik Schick – £23 million
The Czech forward battled injuries but remains a top-tier finisher when fit. His intelligent movement and aerial threat keep him among the league’s most respected strikers.
28. Felix Nmecha – £23 million
Nmecha blends athleticism with technical skill in midfield. Though injuries hampered his season, Dortmund still believes in his long-term potential.
27. Antonio Nusa – £24 million
The young Norwegian winger is one of the Bundesliga’s brightest prospects. His flair, pace, and boldness on the ball already make him a dangerous attacking option.
26. Jonathan Tah – £26 million
One of Leverkusen’s defensive leaders, Tah has developed into a composed and reliable center-back. His strength and experience anchor the back line.
25. Alejandro Grimaldo – £26 million
Grimaldo lit up the Bundesliga with goals and assists from left-back. His attacking instincts and dead-ball skills make him one of the best in Europe at his position.
24. Tom Bischof – £26 million
The newly Bayern-teenage-midfielder signing, plays with vision and maturity beyond his years. His calmness in tight spaces stands out among Germany’s U21 talent.
23. Mohamed Amoura – £26 million
The Algerian winger broke through at Union Berlin with electric pace and relentless pressure. He’s a nightmare for full-backs to contain. Now fully integrated into the Wolfsburg team.
22. Josip Stanišić – £27 million
Back from loan and now shining at Leverkusen, Stanišić is a versatile defender who covers both flanks and reads the game well.
21. Edmond Tapsoba – £30 million
A modern center-back with composure and athleticism, Tapsoba plays a critical role in Leverkusen’s build-up. His awareness and timing are elite.
20. Jonathan Burkardt – £30 million
Injury setbacks haven’t slowed the Mainz forward’s rise. When fit, he’s a clever and hard-working striker who links play and presses relentlessly.
19. Min-jae Kim – £34 million
The South Korean defender joined Bayern with high expectations and brought power and confidence to their back line. An instant physical presence.
18. Castello Lukeba – £34 million
At just 21, Lukeba has already proven himself as a smart, mobile defender for Leipzig. His quickness and left foot make him a valuable asset.
17. Gregor Kobel – £34 million
One of the best goalkeepers in the league, Kobel combines shot-stopping excellence with leadership at the back for Dortmund.
16. Nico Schlotterbeck – £34 million
Schlotterbeck’s aggressive style and passing ability make him central to Dortmund’s play from the back. He’s not afraid to take risks — and often makes them work.
15. Victor Boniface – £34 million
A newly signed powerhouse forward for Werder Bremen, Boniface blends brute strength with slick footwork. Injuries slowed him, but his early-season dominance can be undeniable.
14. Exequiel Palacios – £34 million
A tireless Argentine midfielder, Palacios played a pivotal role in Leverkusen’s title-winning campaign. His defensive discipline and eye for a pass define his box-to-box game.
13. Hugo Larsson – £34 million
Only 19, the Swedish central midfielder has become a cornerstone at Eintracht Frankfurt. His physicality and intelligence make him one of Europe’s hottest midfield prospects.
12. Joshua Kimmich – £38 million
Once a world-class right-back, now a seasoned midfield general. Kimmich’s passing range and leadership still make him central to Bayern’s structure.
11. Serhou Guirassy – £38 million
Guirassy was one of the Bundesliga’s top scorers, thriving with Stuttgart. His finishing, movement, and strength turned him into a nightmare for defenders.
10. Angelo Stiller – £38 million
One of the league’s most underrated midfielders, Stiller orchestrated Stuttgart’s possession game with precision and composure beyond his years.
9. Karim Adeyemi – £43 million
Fast, tricky, and fearless, Adeyemi’s flair and explosiveness give Dortmund a unique edge on the counter. He’s still developing, but the talent is obvious.
8. Alphonso Davies – £43 million
The Canadian full-back continues to be one of the most dynamic players in Europe. His pace and dribbling make him a constant attacking threat from deep.
7. Dayot Upamecano – £43 million
Upamecano mixes brute strength with quick feet and sharp anticipation. While occasionally erratic, his peak level is among the best defenders in the league.
6. Loïs Openda – £43 million
A constant goal threat for Leipzig, Openda’s direct style and clinical edge turned him into one of the Bundesliga’s most feared forwards. Currently on loan to Juventus FC (2025)
5. Jamie Bynoe-Gittens – £43 million
One of the most exciting young wingers in Europe, Bynoe-Gittens dazzles with flair and acceleration. Chelsea has signed a gem in the transferwindow here in 2025.
4. Aleksandar Pavlović – £47 million
Bayern’s breakout star in midfield, Pavlović impressed with his calmness and reading of the game. At 21, he looks destined for the national team as a starter.
3. Harry Kane – £64 million
The England captain delivered goals and leadership in his debut Bundesliga season. Kane’s elite finishing and vision brought world-class pedigree to Bayern.
2. Michael Olise – £85 million
Bayern’s marquee signing added elegance and incisiveness on the right flank. Olise’s playmaking and goal threat make him a Premier League-level star in Germany.
1. Jamal Musiala – £119 million
Still just 22, Musiala plays like a veteran. His dribbling, vision, and flair make him one of the most technically gifted players in world football.
