Pep Guardiola, who assumed leadership of Manchester City in the summer of 2016, has assembled a squad replete with internationals at the Etihad.
Guardiola has led the club to its first Champions League title, five Premier Leagues, and two FA Cups, among the fifteen trophies it has already amassed.
Although the manager has been granted significant financial autonomy in the transfer market, another aspect of his reputation is his proficiency in developing players.
We have determined, using transfermarkt data, which ten City players will be the most valuable in 2023/24.
10. Jeremy Doku – €60m
In the summer of 2023, Doku completed a €60 million transfer from Rennes to City, where he also signed a five-year contract.
The 21-year-old winger has established himself as an instant fan favorite at the Etihad due to his remarkable dribbling abilities and stellar start to his City career.
“Everyone was taken aback,” Guardiola remarked. “He interprets each required action and maintains a high level of quality close to the box.”
“At this time, it is difficult to find a player who can effectively dribble in tight spaces; therefore, we frequently discuss that in an effort to dribble and execute.”
9. Kevin De Bruyne – €70m
De Bruyne, who joined City in 2015 for €76 million from Wolfsburg, has established himself as one of the world’s best players.
Numerous individual awards have been bestowed upon him, including Premier League Player of the Season distinctions in 2019/20 and 2021/22.
However, despite being under contract until 2025, the midfielder, aged 32, has an unexpectedly low market value of €70 million.
8. Jack Grealish – €75m
Grealish became the most costly acquisition in the annals of Manchester City when they activated the €117.5 million release clause in his contract with Aston Villa in 2021.
Following a limited appearance in his debut season at the Etihad, he regained his peak form in 2022/23 and contributed to City’s Premier League, FA Cup, and Champions League victories.
However, Jeremy Doku’s blistering start to the 2023/24 season has presented the 28-year-old with genuine competition for the left wing position.
7= Julian Alvarez – €80m
In January 2022, City executed a sensational coup by acquiring Alvarez from River Plate for a mere €21.4 million.
His market value has quadrupled in the past two years, from €20 million to €80 million, as he has become increasingly successful while wearing the City shirt.
In Qatar, the 23-year-old also contributed significantly to Argentina’s 2022 World Cup victory by registering four goals and an assist.
Actual Madrid, who are reportedly prepared to spend €100 million on the versatile forward, have taken notice of his outstanding performances.
7= Bernardo Silva – €80m
Silva, who joined City in the summer of 2017 for €50 million from Monaco, has been instrumental to the club’s success under Guardiola, contributing to their 14 trophies.
The manager stated, “I could remain here and discuss for ten minutes what Bernardo Silva means to me and our team.” “He is an exceptional player in every respect—cohesion, intelligence, he comprehends every aspect.” We have developed an affectionate bond with him.
“The issue is that he does not own large automobiles and his attire may not be considered haute couture.” His humility garners universal admiration within the locker room. Fortunately, we did not lose him. “He is beyond reproach.”
The Portugal international’s contract, however, includes a release clause of €58 million, and Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain have been strongly linked to him.
7= Josko Gvardiol – €80m
Starring for RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga, Gvardiol attracted the interest of City, Liverpool, Chelsea, and Real Madrid, among other elite clubs in Europe.
However, in the summer, Guardiola’s side emerged victorious in the bidding process for his services by reaching a €90 million agreement—becoming the second-most expensive defender in history.
The 21-year-old, who can play both left-back and center-back, has made a smooth transition to Premier League football and won the UEFA Super Cup on his City debut.
7= Ruben Dias – €80m
City bolstered their defensive options in the wake of their failure to win the Premier League title in 2019/20 by acquiring Dias from Benfica for €71.6 million.
The center-back was named the Premier League’s Player of the Year and UEFA’s Defender of the Year for 2020/21 in recognition of his immediate impact in Manchester.
In addition to three consecutive Premier League titles, his contributions have helped City win the FA Cup, League Cup, Champions League, and UEFA Super Cup.
Dias, in conjunction with fellow City teammate Josko Gvardiol, is the joint-most valuable defender in the world at the moment.
Ruben Dias took the helm of Manchester City.
3. Rodri – €100m
Rodri was designated by City as Fernandinho’s long-term successor, and in 2019, the club activated the €70 million release clause in his contract with Atletico Madrid.
Subsequent to his initial challenges in acclimating to Premier League football, the 27-year-old has emerged as one of the preeminent defensive midfielders globally.
“He is incredible,” Gary Neville remarked to Sky Sports. “Within the last twelve to eighteen months, he has been Manchester City’s most vital player.”
“That may seem absurd to say in the context of De Bruyne and [Erling] Haaland, but he does everything. “He is a leader; he directs the attack, breaks down in defense, and establishes connections through midfield.”
2. Phil Foden – €110m
Foden, a 2017 senior debut after graduating from the City academy, has emerged as one of the most captivating prospects in the Premier League.
Five Premier League championships, two FA Cups, four League Cups, the Champions League, the UEFA Super Cup, and two PFA Young Player of the Year honors are among the 23-year-old’s impressive trophy collection.
At present valued at €110 million, he is considered City’s long-term successor to De Bruyne. However, much more is likely to be required to pry him from the Etihad.
1. Erling Haaland – €180m
In the summer of 2022, City acquired Haaland from Borussia Dortmund by exercising the €60 million release clause in the player’s contract.
In a remarkable debut season, he scored 52 goals in 53 appearances, including a record-setting 36 goals in 35 Premier League outings.
Having placed second in the 2023 Ballon d’Or competition, the striker of 23 years of age is presently regarded as the joint-most valuable player on the planet.
Although his current contract does not expire until 2027, City reportedly intends to counter Real Madrid and Barcelona’s interest by offering him a new deal.