Record €220 million valuations for Yamal and Haaland raise football market bar

Transfermarkt set a new record by valuing Lamine Yamal of Barcelona and Erling Haaland of Manchester City at €220 million each, the first time a player has been priced at that level since the service began in 2004. The previous peak of €200 million had been held by Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior. The assessment follows the World Cup and reflects the players' recent achievements.

In Portugal, SC Braga midfielder Diego Rodrigues has attracted attention after regular appearances for the first team and contributions in European qualifiers. The 23‑year‑old, who can operate across midfield and the left flank, is being linked to a potential €50 million market value as clubs monitor his development.