England Dominates World Cup Squad Valuations at €1.454 Billion

England's squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is the most expensive in tournament history, valued at €1.454 billion. This makes them the top team in terms of player value, surpassing other European heavyweights like France and Spain.

The concentration of high-value players is overwhelmingly European, with only a small number of teams cracking the €1 billion mark. England's squad alone is worth more than most entire domestic leagues.

Individual leaders include Kylian Mbappé, valued at around €180 million, and Lamine Yamal from Spain, who carries a valuation in the $150-$217 million range.

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