They mighthave one of the highest budgets on the planet, but PSG didn’t need to splash the money this summer to do a fantastic job in the transfer window. Paris Saint-Germain have even landed Argentine star Lionel Messi for free, and their stock has risen immediately.
The Ligue 1 side has got used to havingone of the most valuable squads over the last few years since its budget was increased by the new owners. But now Paris stand in an even stronger position as they have set up a mind-blowing roster full of renowned players.
It would be safe to say that they have everything to set up one of the mightiest teams of all time, not only because of Messi. Here, check out how much the PSG squad is worth and what’s the market value of their top players, according to TransferMarkt.
Sergio Ramos
Market value: $11 million
Sergio Ramos left Real Madrid after 17 years to join PSG. (Getty)
One of the greatest center-backs to ever do it, Sergio Ramos has been a massive signing for PSG. His market value has to do with his 35 years of age, but his talent is undeniable and even at his age Ramos is still widely regarded as one of the world’s best defenders – if not the No. 1. He ran out of contract with Real Madrid and could be a great addition for Paris in their quest for a coveted Champions League title.
Achraf Hakimi
Market value: $66 million
PSG acquired Achraf Hakimi from Inter Milan. (Getty)
The Moroccan right-back was the only player PSG have spent the money for this summer. And they have still done good business as they paid Inter Milan exactly what hismarket value is worth. Achraf Hakimiis a huge upgrade to the right flank for thisambitious Paris Saint-Germain. Besides, he is only 22, so his stock will probably keep on rising.
Gianluigi Donnarumma
Market value: $71.50 million
Euro 2020 standout Gianluigi Donnarumma was a great signing by PSG. (Getty)
If we talk about the biggest bargains of all time, this one will probably be one on the list. Gianluigi Donnarumma has immediately put on the gloves at the elite level for AC Milan only at 16, and six years later he seems to have the experience of a much older goalkeeper. After a sensational Euro 2020 triumphwith Italy, PSG have seized a huge opportunity by landing him for free.
Lionel Messi
Market value: $88 million
Lionel Messi has signed for PSG in one of the most shocking moves of all time. (Getty)
Ramos and Donnarumma have been massive free-agent signings, but no other free transfer in history would come close to Lionel Messi’s arrival to PSG. We are talking abouttheundisputed bargain. Throughout all these years Messiwas unaffordable for any team in the world who wanted to sign him from Barcelona. But Paris have found the right moment without spending a single cent – asides from his contract. Even at 34, Messi is still considered theworld’s number 1 and has an impressive market value for his age.
Neymar
Market value: $110 million
Neymar during his presentation at PSG in 2017. (Getty)
While Messi usually takes all the spotlight and has been at the top level for longer, Neymar has quickly become one of the game’s biggest stars. He made a name for himself in challenging times as Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo seemed to be the undisputed kings. Well, his move to PSG in 2017 remains the record transfer in history, and at 29, his market value is still astonishing.
Kylian Mbappé
Market value: $176 million
Kylian Mbappe is PSG’s most valuable player. (Getty)
This should be no surprise. Destined to be the successor of the likes of Messi, Cristiano, and Neymar when they hang up the boots, Kylian Mbappé is PSG’s most valuable asset right now, in terms of his individual market value. The 22-year-old megastar has already shone in a World Cup helping to win the second title for France in 2018, and he is set to be one of the game’s top talentsfor the next decade.
The market value of PSG’s2021-2022 squad
PSG have built a powerful squad for 2021-2022. (Getty)
The previous list says enough about the gemsPSG have right now, and that’s without naming their full roster – which has many more valuable players. With these kinds of names, they are ready to try to conquer Europe for the first time and they seem heavy favorites to doing so.
The market value of the Paris Saint-Germain squad is $1.09 billion. That’s how much their roster full of megastars is worth, and it’s the second most valuable on the planet behindManchester City‘s $1.17 billion worth squad.
