Lamine Yamal has made history before even reaching adulthood. At 17 years old, the FC Barcelona footballer has become the most valuable player in the world. CIES Observatory confirms this, placing him far ahead of the rest.
With an estimated value of 402.3 million euros, the blaugrana tops a list full of stars. Haaland and Bellingham complete the podium, but at a considerable distance. The next Spaniard in the ranking is Pedri, with a valuation of 144 million euros.
Lamine Yamal during a training session | @FCBarcelona
A world gem with Barça's stamp
The Lamine phenomenon keeps growing. His breakthrough with the first team has been meteoric and his impact, immediate. Since he made his debut, he has broken records for precocity and performance.
Now he also dominates the economic metrics that set the pace of the soccer market. His value more than doubles that of Kylian Mbappé, valued at 192.5 million. For context, Mbappé is the only one in the top 10 who has already turned 26 years old.
Lamine Yamal in a match with Barça | @FCBarcelona
The good news for the Catalan club is that Lamine is happy at Barça and isn't considering leaving. He renewed until 2031 and his release clause is 1 billion euros. Laporta and Deco have secured him as the club's greatest asset.
Despite the siren calls from other European giants, the left winger has been clear: "He wants to keep growing at Camp Nou". His inner circle also supports continuity and progressive development.
Lamine and his new look at the latest training session | @FCBarcelona
He dribbles, scores, and captivates
Lamine Yamal is a different kind of striker, the kind that emerges every decade. His left foot, speed, and intelligence make him unstoppable. He has already delivered decisive goals and key assists both with Barça and the Spanish national team.
Internationally, no one his age is at his level, and that is reflected in his valuation. The soccer world looks at him with astonishment and admiration.
Lamine Yamal in a match with Barça | @FCBarcelona
While many search for the "new Messi", Barça already has him at home. Lamine Yamal has inherited the number, the excitement, and the potential of the Argentine star. Although he avoids comparisons, his path is reminiscent of the greatest.
From La Masia to the first team, his growth has been meteoric. His football maturity is far above his age.
The highest value of the 21st century
No 17-year-old player had ever reached a market figure like this. Surpassing Haaland (€281.7M), Bellingham (€233.8M), and Mbappé (€192.5M) is no small feat.
This fact not only reflects his talent, it also highlights his media and commercial impact. Barça knows they have a unique asset, brilliant on the field and powerful off it.
Lamine Yamal in a match with Barça | @FCBarcelona
The present belongs to Lamine Yamal, but the future promises even more. With the European Championship on the horizon and a new season ahead, everything suggests he'll keep dazzling.
Barça, meanwhile, enjoys having the most valuable player on the planet in their squad. In times of million-euro signings, finding the star at home is a gift. Lamine is already writing his culé legend.
