Transfermarkt: TOP 5 Most Valuable Defenders

Defenders play a vital part in modern football as they not only defend their team's backline but also score goals and create chances as well as provide assists.

A number of players have proved to be at a world-class level and secured high salaries for their services. 

Here are the top 5 Most Valuable Defenders as per Transfermarkt.com.

 

Top 5 most valuable defenders in 2024

 

1. Josko Gvardiol

• Club - Manchester City
• Age - 21 
• Market Value - €80.00m

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Josko Gvardiol is currently not only one of the best defenders in the world but also one of the best youngsters. He keeps impressing with his defending skills as well as goals and assists.

2. Ruben Dias

• Club - Manchester City

• Age - 26

• Market Value - €80.00m

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Ruben Dias has been with Manchester City since 2020. The 26-year-old is currently the most valuable defender according to Transfermarkt. Dias plays in the position of center-back, mainly on the left side. He became treble winner with City in 2023 as they won Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup. He has now won Club World Cup with City as well.

 

3. William Saliba

• Club - Arsenal

• Age - 22

• Market Value - €75.00m

Saliba has been one of the best defenders and has become a key player for Arsenal so far this season.

4. Ronald Araújo 

• Club - Barcelona 

• Age - 24

• Market Value - €70.00m

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Ronald Araujo has been having an impressive run with Barcelona as he is considered one of the best defenders right now. The 24-year-old joined Barca in 2020 and has a contract with the club until 2026.

5. Alphonso Davies

• Club - Bayern Munich 

• Age - 23

• Market Value - €70.00m

Davies has been one of the best defenders. His contract with Bayern expires in 2025.