7M - Yamal and Haaland Top Market Values Post World Cup

Following the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Transfermarkt updated player market values, highlighting a major shift at the top of the football hierarchy. Spain's tournament victory propelled winger Lamine Yamal to a landmark €220 million valuation. Norwegian striker Erling Haaland, who finished among the competition's top scorers, also reached €220 million. Both stars saw a €200 million milestone broken for the first time after receiving a €20 million boost.

Other major post-tournament valuation highlights include:

Kylian Mbappe: The Real Madrid forward scored 10 goals during the World Cup, raising his market value to €200 million.

Michael Olise: The Bayern Munich winger set a new single-tournament record for most assists with France, elevating his value to €170 million as the world's fourth most valuable player.

Jude Bellingham: England's midfielder climbed to €160 million to complete the top five.

Emerging Talents: Elliot Anderson rose to €120 million, while Julian Alvarez reached €110 million. Pedri retained a high mid-field ranking ahead of Vinicius Junior.

Veterans: Lionel Messi (aged 39) and Cristiano Ronaldo (aged 41) maintain valuations of approximately €15 million and €10 million, respectively.