Unlike the 2024 European Championship and Copa America 2024, the soccer tournament in the 2024 Paris Olympics will not have all the best players from the 16 participating nations. Coaches have had to excuse U-23 players who were either in action during the summer senior tournaments or did not get permission from their clubs to take part in the Olympics in France. Additionally, coaches can only include three players over the age of 23 in their 18-man squad, further limiting their options. These handicaps, however, make for a more balanced tournament, give even the underdogs a shot at winning the gold.
As we wait for the Paris Olympics to begin, let us take a look at some of the most sought-after players competing this summer. Here are the five most valuable soccer stars featuring in the 2024 Paris Olympics:
#5 Castello Lukeba (France): €40 million ($43.38 million)
Castello Lukeba Joined RB Leipzig Last Summer
In fifth place, we have France’s talented center-back Castello Lukeba. According to Transfermarkt, the sensational 21-year-old is worth a whopping €40 million ($43.38 million).
Lukeba, who joined RB Leipzig from Olympique Lyon last summer, enjoyed a solid 2023-24 season. He played 32 Bundesliga matches for the club, scoring once. Lukeba has played only one game with France’s Olympic team, featuring for the entire 90 minutes in their 3-2 victory over Ivory Coast U23 in March.
#4 Alex Baena (Spain): €40 million ($43.38 million)
Alex Baena Is Spain’s Most Valuable Player In Paris Olympics
Spain, who won EURO 2024 on July 14, will look to add an Olympic gold to their ever-growing trophy cabinet. They have sent a formidable team, spearheaded by €40 million ($43.38 million)-man Alex Baena. Baena, who played two matches for La Roja in EURO 2024, will participate in his first Olympics this year.
The 23-year-old enjoyed an excellent La Liga campaign with Villarreal in 2023-24. He scored twice and provided 14 assists in 34 matches. Coming…
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Author : Sushan Chakraborty
Publish date : 2024-07-24 07:59:52
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