Top 10 most expensive defensive stars today

Transfermarkt site has compiled the highest valued names in both defender and center back positions.

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10. Achraf Hakimi - 65 million euros

The Moroccan player had another outstanding season playing for PSG. With Hakimi's contributions, PSG is increasingly ambitious in the Champions League arena.

9. Matthijs de Ligt - 65 million euros

Although not used by Thomas Tuchel, the former Ajax star still maintains the same value compared to Transfermarkt's most recent update.

8. Eder Militao - 70 million euros

The shield of Real Madrid's defense has been absent for a long time due to injury. Militao has only recently returned to training.

7. Trent Alexander-Arnold - 70 million euros

Although he is not good at defending, in return the tactical vision that Liverpool's vice-captain possesses is something many players dream of.

6. Ronald Araujo - 70 million euros

Araujo is one of the rare central defenders who grew up from La Masia and is developing a strong career at Barca.

5. Alessandro Bastoni - 70 million euros

Inter Milan offered attractive compensation terms to convince Bastoni to renew last summer. And this decision is proving correct as the Italian player continuously shows solid performances, helping the club aim for the next Scudetto title.

4. Alphonso Davies - 70 million euros

Despite Bayern Munich's unstable performance, the Canadian defender still showed his value. Many speculate that Davies will leave Allianz Arena in the summer to join Real Madrid.

3. Josko Gvardiol - 75 million euros

In his first season at Man City, the Croatian player is playing quite well whether he is deployed as a defender or centre-back.

2. Ruben Dias - 80 million euros

The Citizens' defensive leader is still showing his value.

1. William Saliba - 80 million euros

After a period of training in France, Saliba has shown remarkable progress. After an impressive 2022/23 season, he will convince fans even more when entering the new season. Saliba is considered a comprehensive midfielder, good at tackling but also showing dexterity. With the presence of the 22-year-old star, Arsenal may not need to worry about the defensive situation for at least the next 5 years.