Ranking the Most Valuable XI of 2022

These players have been phenomenal for club and country both.

The Year 2022 have been wonderful for football fans. From various leagues around the world to FIFA World Cup and Nations league there are performances to remember from various players. This year has also given a few young players the recognition and amount they deserve. Kylian Mbappe has been rising rapidly in Football World. Mbappe’s hat trick in the FIFA World Cup 2022 final vs Argentina is a prime example of his game. When we talk about the most valuable playing XI of the year 2022, there are many big names that miss out and many youngsters make it through with their transfer market value.

GK – Thibaut Courtois – Real Madrid & Belgium

Value – 60M Euro

30-year-old Belgian goalkeeper after his exit from Premier League had a little rough start in Spanish La Liga. After a few initial seasons, Courtois has continued his good glove work for Real Madrid. His performance in the world’s one of the top football leagues have put him among the most valuable goalkeeper in this squad. Courtois since the 2021-22 season till now has got a total of 16 clean sheets for Real Madrid. Courtois is still on many managers to get lists.

LCB – Matthijs De Ligt – Bayern Munich & Netherlands

Value – 70M Euro

Young and upcoming 23-year-old Ajax product Matthijs De Light has been in the target before the start of this season. He was the most talked about a player before the season transfer. Bayern Munich packed a deal with him in 2022. His move from Juventus to Bayern proved beneficial for him. De Ligt is still the most valuable Right Back player in the World. His clearance game is strong enough to fetch him value for money for his star performances in this position.

CB – Ruben Dias – Manchester City & Portugal

Value – 75M Euro

It is really tough for the teams to get through Manchester City’s defence in Premier League. They have been in dominating position for the past few years. Ruben Dias is one of the mainstays of the City’s defensive line as a centre Back. 25 years old Dias has made the game difficult for the opposition with his interceptions. As a free agent, Dias might still get the biggest amount as a defender from any club. He is valued at 75 Million Euros for his brilliance in defence.

RCB – Josko Gvardiol – RB Leipzig & Croatia

Value – 75M Euro

6 feet long 20 years old Gvardiol has become a star defender in a small amount of time. In the last two years, he has been in discussions for future players to watch out for. Gvardiol’s game in defence proved crucial not only for RB Leipzig but for Croatia as well. Gvardiol is one of the main reasons behind Croatia qualifying for the semi-final in the FIFA World Cup. Gvardiol’s physique also helps in his game in the backline.

CDM – Pedri – FC Barcelona & Spain

Value – 100M Euro

When most of the 90s kid star is at the finish line in their career, Players like Pedri take the center stage with their performances. This 20-year-old Spanish midfielder has stunned the World with his brilliant playmaking ability. Born and brought up in the land of Tiki Taka, he has grasped that game well enough. This makes him stand among the most valuable midfield player. His successful passes percentile is among the top with 96% accurate passes this season.

CDM – Jude Bellingham – Borussia Dortmund & England

Value – 110M Euro

After a wonderful campaign in the World Cup and a powerful performance in Borussia Dortmund, Bellingham is seen as a rising star in the football world. Jude Bellingham is valued at around 110 million euros. In just 3 years in his career, Bellingham has earned praise for his playmaking ability in midfield. Bellingham in FIFA World Cup 2022 scored one brace and also assisted in one for England. He is just 19 years old.

RM – Bukayo Saka – Arsenal & England

Value – 100M Euro

21-year-old Bukayo Saka this season has been in a brilliant run of form for Arsenal as well as for England in the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar. Saka this season has scored 8 goals, 5 in Premier League for Arsenal and 3 for England in World Cup 2022.  Saka with his mix of defensive skills as well as attacking ability is seen as the most valuable Mid fielder in Football World. Saka’s performance also speaks louder for him.

CM – Phill Foden – Manchester City & England

Value – 110M Euro

In the last few years, Phil Foden has emerged as the rising star in Manchester City midfield. He has made crucial contributions to Manchester City’s success in the last 4-5 years. The ongoing season is not the exception for him with 9 goals and 5 assists in 29 appearances. In FIFA World Cup he scored once and assisted twice for England. Foden is seen as one of the few players who will see much success in their career.

LM – Vinicius Jr – Real Madrid & Brazil

Value – 120M Euro

Brazil and Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr have made a wonderful statement with his performance this season. Vinicius has scored 10 goals for Real Madrid in 20 games and once for Brazil in the World Cup. The Brazillian in the current setup is one of the most crucial players as a winger for any team. Vinicius is among the most valuable player to get in this playing eleven.

 RW – Erling Haaland – Manchester City & Norway

Value – 170M Euro

Seen as next-gen Zlatan, Erling Haaland has just touched a wonderful milestone and broke a few records this season with his performance. Erling Haaland has become the fastest player to touch 20 goals mark in just 14 games. 22-year-old Haaland has scored 32 goals this season in 26 games. These stats are enough to prove why Manchester City spent so much on this striker. His dominating run in the field has made him the most valuable striker in the world.

LW – Kylian Mbappe – Paris Saint-Germain & France

Value – 180M Euro

Kylian Mbappe’s hat trick in the FIFA World Cup final against Argentina will be remembered for a long time now. He alone made Argentina nervous in crucial moments of the game. Showcasing who will be the fan's favourite in the future. Mbappe is the most valuable striker in the football world right now, Mbappe’s games will definitely earn him more praise and money around the World.