10 most valuable players in the world right now (Jan 2023)

Multiple factors come into play when determining a player’s market valuation. To achieve the best possible market value, one should ideally be in top form, have age on his side, and have a good few months left on their contract.

Gavi is the youngest player on this list. He is contractually tied to Barcelona until June 2026. The 18-year-old midfielder was chosen as the Young Player of the Year in 2022. This season, he has played 21 games for the Blaugrana in all competitions, claiming two assists. Gavi played for Spain at the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

Federico Valverde is a central midfielder at Real Madrid. He has played 22 games for New Zealand this season, scoring eight goals and making four assists. Valerde has a contract until June 2027.

Bukayo Saka is Arsenal's most valuable player at €100 million. He has scored six goals and made six assists in 17 Premier League appearances. Ska also played for England at the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

Saka of Arsenal is one of the world's most valuable players. Musiala of Bayern is second, Rodrygo of Real Madrid is third.

Jamal Musiala is valued at €100 million by Bayern Munich. He has scored 12 goals and provided 10 assists in 22 games this season. Germany were eliminated in the group stage at the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

Pedri is Barcelona's most valuable player. He is a central midfielder who has played 20 games this season. Pedri's contract with Barcelona expires in June 2026. Spain were knocked out in the Round of 16 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup.

Phil Foden is Manchester City's most valuable player. He has played 23 games for Pep Guardiola's team in the 2022-23 season, scoring eight times and providing three assists. The 22-year-old played at the Qatar World Cup and is considered one of the world's 10 most important players.

Jude Bellingham is the 4th most valuable player in the world. His market value is €110 million. The 19-year-old has scored nine goals and provided three assists for Borussia Dortmund since the start of the season. Bellham is a Liverpool and Real Madrid-linked midfielder.

Vinicius Junior is the most valuable player at Real Madrid. He has scored 10 goals and provided five assists in 22 matches this season. The Brazilian's contract at the Bernabeu expires in June 2024.

LaLiga have presented a formal complaint about racist chants suffered by Vinicius Junior at Real Valladolid.

Erling Haaland is the second most valuable player in the world. Manchester City's forward is worth €170 million. Ha aland has scored 27 goals in 21 games since joining City in summer.

Kylian Mbappe is the most valuable player in the world right now. He is worth €180 million. The Paris Saint-Germain star has been impressive this season, scoring 20 goals and claiming five assists in 22 games. MbAppe's contract runs out in June 2025.