Gilberto Mora becomes most valuable Liga MX player after World Cup 2026

Seventeen‑year‑old midfielder Gilberto Mora of Xolos de Tijuana saw his Transfermarkt market value surge from €10 million to €25 million – a 150 % increase – after standout performances with the Mexican national team at the 2026 World Cup. The new valuation makes him the highest‑valued Mexican player in history and the third‑most expensive teenager worldwide, behind only Max Dowman and Rio Ngumoha.

Mora’s rapid rise has attracted attention from European clubs, with Borussia Dortmund and other Bundesliga teams reportedly monitoring him. The jump also set a Liga MX record, surpassing previous highs set by players such as Florian Thauvin and Sergio Canales. Analysts note that the valuation reflects both his on‑field maturity and the growing market appetite for young Latin American talent.

Commentators such as former U‑17 coach Raúl “Potro” Gutiérrez cite Mora as an exception in a system that often limits minutes for youth prospects, highlighting broader concerns about player development in Mexican football.