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Soccer aficionados across the world are currently engrossed in EURO 2024 and Copa America 2024, closely following global superstars as they battle their way to continental glory. But beyond the well-kept pitches of the United States and Germany, there is another race afoot — the sprint to recruit the most valuable free agents available right now.
Continue reading to take a look at the five most valuable players who are looking for a new contract.
Data: Transfermarkt
#5 Leandro Barreiro – €17 million ($18.23 million)
Leandro Barreiro Is Set To Join Benfica
Kicking off the list is Luxembourg international Leandro Barreiro. The midfielder, who is valued at a cool €17 million ($18.23 million), became a free agent after running down his contract with Bundesliga side Mainz. According to renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano, the defensive midfielder will join Portuguese side Benfica, with the two parties already agreeing to a contract. However, since the move has not become official at the time of writing, we are keeping Barreiro on our list of highly-valued free agents.
Before opting to leave Mainz, the 24-year-old played 151 games for the club in all competitions, scoring 11 times and providing 12 assists.
#4 Raphael Varane – €20 million ($21.45 million)
Raphael Varane Had The Perfect Send Off At Manchester United
In fourth place, we have former Real Madrid and France center-back Raphael Varane. The Frenchman, who is worth €20 million ($21.45 million) in today’s market, became a free agent after parting ways with Manchester United at the end of last season. Varane’s three-season stint at Old Trafford was riddled with injuries and forgettable performances, but his send-off was memorable. The Red Devils beat arch-rivals Manchester City 2-1 in a thrilling FA Cup final, and Varane marked the occasion with a solid display.
Varane, who could move to Saudi Arabia this summer, played 95 matches for Manchester United, scoring twice.
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Author : Sushan Chakraborty
Publish date : 2024-07-02 07:55:23
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