This archive report was first published on 24 September 2019.
Most Expensive Football Squads in 2019 ¶
According to a recent study by the CIES Football Observatory, the most expensive football squads in 2019 are dominated by top European leagues, with the Premier League producing five teams in the top ten.
Manchester City, valued at £909m, tops the list, followed by Paris Saint-Germain (£819m) and Real Madrid (£809m). The Premier League's Manchester United (£673m) and Liverpool (£573m) also feature in the top ten.
Here's a breakdown of the top 20 most expensive football squads in 2019:
1. Manchester City - £909m ¶
Manchester City has invested heavily in its squad, with world-class players in each position. The team's strategy is on point, and it's not afraid to spend to ensure the squad is undefeated.
- Raheem Sterling (£126m)
- Kevin De Bruyne (£117m)
- Leroy Sane and Bernardo Silva (£90m)
2. Paris Saint-Germain - £819m ¶
Paris Saint-Germain has signed some expensive names in the football circle, including Kylian Mbappe (£180m) and Neymar (£162m).
- Kylian Mbappe (£180m)
- Neymar (£162m)
- Mauro Icardi (£72m)
3. Real Madrid - £809m ¶
Real Madrid has brought on board some expensive players, including Eden Hazard (£135m) and Raphael Varane (£63m).
- Eden Hazard (£135m)
- Raphael Varane (£63m)
- Casemiro, Toni Kroos, Gareth Bale, Isco, Luka Jovic, and Marco Asensio (£54m)
Published on September 24, 2019, at 10:45:02 AM.
