Since assuming charge of Manchester City in the summer of 2016, Pep Guardiola has assembled an Etihad Stadium roster replete with internationals. 

Guardiola is the recipient of two FA Cups, five Premier Leagues, and its inaugural Champions League championship, in addition to the club’s fifteen trophies to date.

Despite being endowed with substantial financial autonomy in the transfer market, the manager’s skill in player development constitutes an additional facet of his reputation.

Using transfermarkt data, we have ascertained which ten City players will be the most valuable during the 2023–24 season.

10. Jeremy Doku – €60m

Doku completed a €60 million transfer from Rennes to City in the summer of 2023, where he also signed a five-year contract.

At the Etihad, the 21-year-old winger has become an instant fan favorite on account of his extraordinary dribbling prowess and stellar start to his City career.

“Everyone was stunned,” remarked Guardiola. “Near to the box, he interprets each required action and maintains a high standard of quality.”

“At this time, locating a player who can dribble effectively in confined spaces is a challenge; thus, we often deliberate on that in an effort to execute and dribble.”

9. Kevin De Bruyne – €70m

Since his €76 million transfer from Wolfsburg to City in 2015, De Bruyne has firmly established himself as one of the best players in the world.

A multitude of individual accolades have been bestowed upon him, including distinctions as Premier League Player of the Season in 2019/20 and 2021/22.

However, the midfielder, aged 32, has an unexpectedly low market value of €70 million, despite being under contract until 2025.

8. Jack Grealish – €75m

Manchester City’s acquisition of Grealish in 2021, upon exercising the €117.5 million release clause in his contract with Aston Villa, became their most expensive acquisition to date.

He returned to form in 2022/23 after making a limited appearance in his debut season at the Etihad and contributed to City’s victories in the Premier League, FA Cup, and Champions League.

Jeremy Doku, on the other hand, has provided the 28-year-old with genuine competition for the left wing position since his phenomenal start to the 2023/24 season.

7= Julian Alvarez – €80m

A sensational coup was executed by City in January 2022 when they acquired Alvarez from River Plate for a nominal sum of €21.4 million.

In the past two years, his market value has increased fourfold, from €20 million to €80 million, due to his growing prominence and success while donning the City shirt.

The 23-year-old made a substantial contribution to Argentina’s triumph at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, contributing four goals and one assist.

Actual Madrid has reportedly become intrigued by the versatile forward’s extraordinary performances and is prepared to spend €100 million on him.

7= Bernardo Silva – €80m

Silva’s €50 million summer 2017 transfer from Monaco to City has been a major contributor to the club’s 14 trophies and success under Guardiola.

“I could remain here for ten minutes to discuss what Bernardo Silva means to me and our team,” said the manager. “He comprehends every aspect; he is an exceptional player in every respect, including cohesion and intelligence.” With him, we have formed an affectionate bond.

“The concern is that he does not possess sizable vehicles, and his fashion choices might not be deemed haute couture.” His modest demeanor inspires admiration from all members of the locker room. It is fortunate that he remained with us. “He is irreproachable.”

However, a €58 million release clause is included in the contract of the Portugal international, and both Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain have been heavily linked to him.

7= Josko Gvardiol – €80m

Gvardiol, who played as a starter for RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga, piqued the interest of prominent European clubs including City, Liverpool, Chelsea, and Real Madrid.

Nevertheless, Guardiola’s squad prevailed in the summer bidding process for his services, agreeing to purchase him for €90 million—becoming the second-most expensive defender in the annals of the sport.

The 21-year-old, who can play both left-back and center-back, has won his City debut in the UEFA Super Cup and has made a seamless transition to Premier League football.

7= Ruben Dias – €80m

City strengthened their defensive capabilities following their inability to secure the Premier League championship in 2019/20 through the €71.6 million acquisition of Dias from Benfica.

For his immediate impact in Manchester, the center-back was named the Premier League’s Player of the Year and UEFA’s Defender of the Year for 2020/21.

Besides three consecutive Premier League championships, City has also won the FA Cup, League Cup, Champions League, and UEFA Super Cup with his assistance.

Dias and fellow City teammate Josko Gvardiol are currently ranked as the joint-most valuable defenders in the world.

Ruben Dias assumed leadership of Manchester City.

3. Rodri – €100m

City designated Rodri as the long-term successor to José Fernandinho, and the club exercised the €70 million release clause in his contract with Atletico Madrid in 2019.

Following his initial difficulties in adapting to the demands of Premier League football, the 27-year-old has established himself as a preeminent defensive midfielder on a global scale.

“Incredible,” Gary Neville told Sky Sports of him. “Over the past twelve to eighteen months, he has been the most indispensable player for Manchester City.”

“In the context of De Bruyne and [Erling] Haaland, that may seem absurd, but he does everything.” “He is a leader; he organizes the attack, deconstructs the defense, and forges connections through the midfield.”

2. Phil Foden – €110m

Foden, who made his senior debut in 2017 subsequent to his graduation from the City academy, has emerged as a highly intriguing prospect within the Premier League.

The 23-year-old has amassed an impressive collection of trophies, including 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 awards.

Currently valued at €110 million, he is regarded as De Bruyne’s enduring successor at City. Nonetheless, considerably more will likely be necessary to extract him from the Etihad.

1. Erling Haaland – €180m

City acquired Haaland from Borussia Dortmund in the summer of 2022 by exercising the player’s contract’s €60 million release clause.

He scored 52 goals in 53 appearances during his remarkable debut season, including a record-setting 36 goals in 35 Premier League outings.

Following his second-place finish in the 2023 Ballon d’Or, the 23-year-old forward is currently considered the joint-most valuable player in the world.

Despite the fact that his current contract does not expire until 2027, City reportedly intends to offer him a new deal in response to Real Madrid and Barcelona’s interest.