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The seven Argentine players who are worth more than Lionel Messi

Even though Lionel Messi is without any doubt Argentina's biggest star, he's not the most valuable player from his country.

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September 24, 2023 10:16AM EDT

Lionel Messi is the best player Argentina have produced in years. The Rosario-born winger silenced his doubters in the last few years with the national team, taking the country to glory in the 2021 Copa America and 2022 World Cup.

At 36, the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner continues to be the most impactful player of La Albiceleste. That’s why Lionel Scaloni and his teammates want to convince Leo to play in the 2026 World Cup.

With Messi on the field, Argentina will always have more chances to succeed. However, the three-time world champions can also count on other players, as some of them already are more valuable than their captain.

Seven Argentine players worth more than Messi

According to Transfermarkt, Lionel Messi’s market value is €35 million. There are seven Argentine players worth more than him: Lautaro Martinez, Enzo Fernandez, Alexis Mac Allister, Cristian Romero, Julian Alvarez, Lisandro Martinez, and Rodrigo de Paul.

Lautaro Martinez – €85 million
Enzo Fernandez – €80 million
Alexis Mac Allister – €65 million
Cristian Romero – €60 million
Julian Alvarez – €60 million
Lisandro Martinez – €50 million
Rodrigo de Paul – €40 million

This is not exactly a surprise, since age is an important factor when it comes to determine the market value of any player. Besides, there’s a reason why Argentina won the last World Cup. Messi may have taken the spotlight, he didn’t do it on his own.

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Martín O’donnell

Martin O'Donnell is a bilingual sports writer fluent in English and Spanish, currently serving as the Editor of Bolavip. He began his journey with the website in February 2021, making a name for himself through comprehensive coverage of soccer, NFL, and NBA, with a specialty in real-time reporting of major events such as the World Cup, UEFA Champions League finals, and the Super Bowl. In June 2024, Martin took on the role of Subeditor, where he excelled in overseeing the publication of stories, assisting staff writers, and ensuring content quality. His prior experience includes managing social media for CONMEBOL Libertadores and Sudamericana in English and Spanish, as well as reporting on Brazilian football for Sambafoot. Known for his meticulous attention to detail and ability to capture breaking news, Martin has consistently been a valuable asset to the Bolavip team, especially during crucial sports seasons involving trades, playoffs, and finals. Now, as the Editor, Martin brings his extensive experience and keen editorial sense to lead Bolavip’s team, driving the website's growth and ensuring it remains a top source for sports news and analysis.