EPL team values: What is the market value of your favourite English Premier League team?

EPL team values: What is the market value of your favourite English Premier League team?

Lenah Ann
March 11, 2024 at 8:05 AM
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Without a doubt, soccer is the world's most popular sport, with millions of followers from every corner of the globe. Its popularity has continued to grow, especially over the last three decades, where the financial prowess of various clubs has dominated the sport. In the English Premier League, where passion meets business, clubs have spent fortunes to keep their legacies, and in doing so, various EPL team values have increased.

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Manchester City players line up ahead of the Premier League match against Sheffield United at Etihad Stadium on 30 December 2023 in Manchester, England. Photo: Chris Brunskill (Modified by author
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Various English football giants' financial prowess has allowed them to sign some of the world's top players. These transcend the boundaries of the beautiful game and are famous for their roles in bagging trophies. Each club offers a special combination of legacy, astute financial management, and widespread appeal in football.

Top 10 EPL teams by value

To come up with a list of the top 10 EPL teams by market values, Sports Brief used sources such as Transfermarkt and Forbes, among others. It should be noted that there is a difference between the market value of a club and its net worth.

After an in-depth analysis, here is a compiled list of the top 10 EPL teams by value based on a combination of objective and quantifiable criteria, which include current market values, company shares in the stock market, expert opinions, and other relevant metrics.

Rank

Club

Market value

1

Manchester City

$1.367 billion

2

Arsenal FC

$1.215 billion

3

Chelsea FC

$1.029 billion

4

Liverpool FC

$942.5 million

5

Tottenham Hotspur

$826.3 million

6

Manchester United

$797.9 million

7

Newcastle United

$693.2 million

8

Aston Villa

$676.3 million

9

Brighton & Hove Albion

$528.7 million

10

West Ham United

$478.2 million

10. West Ham United

West Ham United players line up
West Ham United players line up during the Premier League match against Aston Villa at Villa Park on 22 October 2023, in Birmingham, England. Photo: Rob Newell
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  • Founded: 29 June 1895
  • Net worth: Approximately $1.08 billion
  • Market value: $478.2 million

West Ham United, owned by David Sullivan, Vanessa Gold, and Albert Smith, has one of the best Premier League team values in the English top-tier league. They play their home matches at Stratford, East London, and are among the wealthiest clubs in Europe.

9. Brighton & Hove Albion

Brighton players line up
Brighton players line up during the Emirates FA Cup Semi-Final against Manchester United at Wembley Stadium on 23 April 2023, in London, England. Photo: Mike Hewitt
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  • Founded: 24 June 1901
  • Net worth: Approximately $279 million
  • Market value: $528.7 million

Before the start of the 2023/24 season, Brighton had one of the top EPL squad values, which included legendary players such as Alexis Mac Allister, now at Liverpool; Marc Cucurella, now at Chelsea; Bissouma, now at Tottenham; and Leandro Trossard, now at Arsenal.

Most of their players' market values increased due to their performance on the pitch and, in doing so, increased the club's market value. However, after the players left to join other clubs, its EPL club value took a turn, and they are now trying to rebuild themselves.

8. Aston Villa

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Aston Villa players line up at Craven Cottage on 17 February 2024 in London, England. Photo: Warren Little
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  • Founded: 1874
  • Net worth: Approximately 756 million
  • Market value: $676.3 million

Since Aston Villa returned to the Premier League in 2019, they have been involved in several transfers and signings in the transfer market. During the 2023/24 season, they are showing their footballing prowess on the pitch, and thus, their EPL team market value has increased.

7. Newcastle United

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Players of Newcastle United line up during a penalty shootout at Stamford Bridge on 19 December 2023 in London, England. Photo: Julian Finney
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  • Founded: 9 December 1892
  • Net worth: Approximately $794 million
  • Market value: $693.2 million

Newcastle United is one of the biggest soccer clubs in the world, with one of the biggest EPL team's net worths as of 2024. Before the recent takeover, the renowned club struggled to stay in the Premier League and was heading toward relegation due to a lack of competition.

6. Manchester United

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The Manchester United team lines up ahead of the UEFA Champions League match against FC Bayern München at Old Trafford on 12 December 2023 in Manchester, England. Photo: Matthew Peters
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  • Founded: 1878
  • Net worth: Approximately $6 billion
  • Market value: $797.9 million

The Red Devils are the second richest soccer club in the world, with a net worth of $6 million behind Real Madrid. The team has an operating revenue of $108 million and plays their home games at Old Trafford.

Alongside Manchester City, Chelsea and Liverpool, they are among the highest-spending teams in the English Premier League and the world. However, Manchester United is still struggling despite spending heavily in the transfer market.

5. Tottenham Hotspur

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Tottenham Hotspur players line up during the Premier League match against Aston Villa at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on 26 November 2023 in London, United Kingdom. Photo: Rob Newell
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  • Founded: 5 September 1882
  • Net worth: Approximately $2.8 billion
  • Market value: $826.3 million

Tottenham Hotspur is one of the most decorated football clubs in the world, which has gone through a series to return to their former glory. During their reconstruction, their EPL team market value increased since they signed some of the best players in the world.

The soccer club competes at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in North London, England. It is worth around $2.8 billion and has a revenue of $591 million.

4. Liverpool FC

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Liverpool players line up during the UEFA Champions League quarter-final leg one match against Manchester City at Anfield on 4 April 2018 in Liverpool, England. Photo: Jan Kruger
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  • Founded: 3 June 1892
  • Net worth: Approximately $5.29 billion
  • Market value: $942.5 million

Liverpool ranks second with the highest EPL squad values. It is managed by Jürgen Klopp and owned by Fenway Sports Group. As of 2024, the club has a net worth of approximately $5.29 billion, the second highest in the English Premier League.

The Reds, Chelsea, Manchester City, and Tottenham Hotspur are some of the league's strongest title competitors. Liverpool has added a few standout players this season, such as Luiz Diaz, who has helped the squad stand out.

3. Chelsea FC

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Chelsea players line up prior to the Premier League match against Nottingham Forest at Stamford Bridge on 2 September 2023 in London, England. Photo: Darren Walsh
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  • Founded: 10 March 1905
  • Net worth: Approximately $3.1 billion
  • Market value: $1.029 billion

Playing their home matches at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea is one of the most successful soccer clubs in the world. During the 2020/21 season, they won the Champions League, the FIFA Club World Cup, and UEFA Super Cup.

Although they are still gaining their foot on the EPL, they have spent quite a fortune trying to ribald a squad that will return them to their former glory. They have an EPL team market value of approximately $1.029 billion as of March 2024.

2. Arsenal FC

The Arsenal team lines up
The Arsenal team lines up before the UEFA Champions League match against PSV Eindhoven at Emirates Stadium on 20 September 2023 in London, England. Photo: David Price
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  • Founded: October 1886
  • Net worth: Approximately $2.26 billion
  • Market value: $1.215 billion

Based in Holloway, North London, the Gunners are among the best soccer clubs in the world. They have some of the best players who are known for their performance. The team is valued at $2.26 billion and has won 13 league titles, including one undefeated run.

With an average age of 21, Arsenal's roster is among the youngest in the Premier League. As of 2024, their EPL club value of $1.215 billion ranks sixth among the most valuable.

1. Manchester City

  • Founded: 1880
  • Net worth: Approximately 4.99 billion
  • Market value: $1.367 billion

Manchester City has one of the highest EPL squad values, with a market value of $1.367 billion. Since their rise to prominence in 2012, they have spent heavily on players and coaches and have won numerous titles over the past decade.

As of 2024, they have some of the most valuable players in European football, such as Erling Haaland, Phil Foden and Kevin De Bruyne.

Manchester City players celebrate
Manchester City players celebrate during the Premier League match against Manchester United at Etihad Stadium on 3 March 2024 in Manchester, England. Photo: Joe Prior
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What is the most valuable team in the Premier League?

With an estimated net worth of approximately $6 billion, Manchester United is the most valuable club in England. The club has a revenue of $779 million and an operating income of $108 million.

What is the cheapest club in the Premier League?

Luton Town is the cheapest club in the Premier League, with a squad value estimated to be $93.3 million and a market value of $110.5 million. They have a net worth of approximately $32.75 million.

Other frequently asked questions

By shedding light on the financial dynamics and their impact on the soccer world, we get a glimpse of the financial prowess of various football giants through analysis and other statistical data. Here are some interesting insights about EPL team values.

What is the average value of a Premier League club?

According to Sportico, the average value of an EPL club is estimated to be $1.51 billion. Manchester United tops the list with a net worth of approximately $6 billion.

On the other hand, Bournemouth ranks last with an estimated net worth of $145 million. The combined value of the 20 Premier League clubs is over $30 billion.

Brighton and Hove Albion players line up
Brighton and Hove Albion players line up before a Premier League match at St. James' Park, Newcastle on 5 March 2022. Photo: Richard Sellers
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Which is the richest soccer club in the world?

As of 2024, Real Madrid is the richest soccer club in the world after overtaking Manchester City with an alleged record revenue of $807 million. They had an increase of over $128 million from the previous season.

Which EPL club has the most expensive squad?

According to CIES Football Observatory, Manchester United has the most expensive squad in the English Premier League. The source added up the transfer fees for each player on the team, including potential add-ons, to come up with the rank.

Final word

Although financial giants dominate the football landscape, some clubs have spent less than others and are giving other clubs a run for their money. The EPL team values do not win matches but rather the club's footballing prowess and how players and coaches conduct themselves to win trophies.

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Lenah Ann is a Kenyan-based content creator with 2 years of experience. She graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Mass Media and Communication from Dedan Kimathi, Kenya in 2021.