Real Madrid leads Champions League squad valuations after summer market shifts

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Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Real Madrid leads Champions League squad valuations after summer market shifts
Summary

Real Madrid maintains the highest squad value in European soccer following a summer transfer window that saw the club increase its valuation by approximately €240 million. Following a restructuring led by Florentino Perez, the club secured the top spot ahead of Manchester City and PSG. While Italian clubs currently hold eight spots in the top 50, Inter and Napoli suffered opening losses in the Champions League against Real Madrid and Arsenal respectively. Como recorded the most significant growth among Italian teams, moving into the top 30 and surpassing established sides including Roma, Milan, and Napoli. Meanwhile, English clubs dominate the valuation rankings with 19 teams represented in the top 50. Conversely, French sides including Marseille face a downward trend in estimated squad values.

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  • Real Madrid holds the top squad valuation following the signings of Diomande, Dumfries, and Konaté.
  • Como climbed into the top 30, recording the largest squad value increase among Italian clubs.
  • Nineteen English clubs currently feature within the top 50 list of European squad valuations.
  • Marseille experienced an estimated squad value decline of approximately €181 million.
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  • 7:10 AMYahoo Sports💰 Squad values, Como top Italy's giants by +€150m 🤯! But Real, monstrous🚀
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