Two of the biggest names in global football are Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, who are perhaps the best football players to have ever played the game. Even though they are nearing the conclusion of their careers, they have been playing football at the highest level for more than 15 years.

The most valued football players from the last 20 years were included in a list made public by Transfermarkt, which also organized a formidable starting lineup. CR7 is not included in the list itself. A list of the players’ biggest transfer valuations throughout their careers did not include the Portuguese captain, who was once regarded as a football player worth £100 million.

Neymar, a Brazilian superstar who was valued at £150 million in 2018 and 2019, was also left off the list.

The most costly XI

Oblak, Jan (£83 million)

(£92 million) Trent Alexander-Arnold

Varane Raphael (£67 million)

Van Dijk, Virgil (£83 million)

Davies Alphonso (£67 million)

Bellingham, Jude (£150 million)

Bruyne, Kevin (£125 million)

Messi Lionel (£150 million)

Vincius Jr., worth £167,000,000

Haaland, Erling (£167 million)

Mbappe Kylian (£167 million)

The young players Vinicius, Haaland, and Mbappe are now the most sought-after talents in football, and it is certain that they will all surpass the 160 million dollar level. Each player has not yet won a significant senior-level individual award in terms of individual recognition.

Speaking of Cristiano, on Friday, November 15, he assisted Portugal in defeating Poland 5-1 in the UEFA Nations League. In contrast, Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, fell 2-1 to Paraguay the previous day in the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers. Messi had opportunities to score but was unable to do so, while Ronaldo scored twice, including a spectacular bicycle kick.

Ronaldo and Messi continue to make an impact in their respective divisions with Al Nassr and Inter Miami, respectively, in terms of club tournaments.