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Albion ranks top for youth talent with players among world’s most valuable
Albion have secured their place at the top of global youth football, with seven of their young stars named among the world’s most valuable under-21 players.
The latest report from the CIES Football Observatory places the Seagulls ahead of major clubs like Barcelona, PSG, and Chelsea, each with fewer players on the list – a testament to Brighton’s commitment to nurturing top-tier talent.
Leading the pack for Brighton is 20-year-old striker Evan Ferguson, with an impressive valuation of £51.2 million.
The Irish international has made waves in the Premier League, quickly becoming a fan favourite and a key player at the Amex.
Ireland striker Evan Ferguson named among the most valuable young players in world football (Image: PA) Ferguson’s rise is just one part of Brighton’s youth revolution, as he’s joined by six more promising players.
Carlos Baleba ranks next for Brighton with a valuation of £43.4 million.
Winger Yankuba Minteh follows close behind at £43.2 million.
Both players have shown flashes of brilliance and have only just started their journeys in the Premier League, hinting at even greater potential.
Then there’s Jack Hinshelwood, valued at £27.3 million.
Julio Enciso is valued at £26.6 million, while summer signing Brajan Gruda has a promising £18 million valuation.
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Completing the list is Facundo Buonanotte. The winger, currently on loan to Leicester City, was valued at £48.4 million.
The CIES list is led by Barcelona’s 17-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal, valued at a whopping £150.7 million.
