Most valuable squads in world football

In the current economic climate, whilst everybody is cutting down costs, football seems to have done the exact opposite. The world economy may be down, but that doesn’t seem to bother football clubs, who are intent on making their mark financially. Real Madrid have traditionally been known to splash the cash, but now, they are now joined by Chelsea, Manchester City and PSG, who are now capable of going toe-to-toe with the Spanish giants, at least in terms of the money available to buy players.

So, let us look at the top five most valuable squads in world football at the moment. Who makes it and who doesn’t? Real Madrid are sure to be there, but who is going to join them? Are nouveau-rich PSG and Man City in the list? Do Manchester United or Arsenal make it into the top five? To find out to just read on.

All the valuations courtesy Transfermarkt

5. Chelsea

Market value: £405m

Average age: 28.2 years

Ever since Chelsea was taken over by Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich in 2003, he has certainly splashed the cash to get them to where they are right now. In his tenure, in just over a decade, the club has spent over £2 billion and it should come as no surprise to anyone to see Chelsea on this list.

The Russian is one of the main reasons, Chelsea are fighting on many fronts, thanks to the Russians millions, which has seen them acquire more than a fair share of superstars.

Most expensive buy: Fernando Torres (£50 m)

Most Valuable Player: Juan Mata (£39.5m)