10 most devalued players in 2025

Phil Foden, Rodri, and Vinicius experienced a year of significant losses, both personally and collectively.

9. Eduardo Camavinga, Real Madrid, value decreased by USD 35 million to USD 59 million: Since 8/2024, Camavinga has suffered six injuries, missing 47 matches for Real Madrid and the French national team. When given opportunities, the 23-year-old failed to impress, primarily serving as a backup option in central midfield and left-back. Bernabeu fans no longer hold expectations for a "new Zidane," a comparison made when Camavinga joined four years ago.

10. Ronald Araujo, Barca, value decreased by USD 35 million to USD 29 million: In 5/, Araujo was dribbled past in the decisive play that led to Barca's 6-7 aggregate loss to Inter in the Champions League semifinals. By 11/, the 26-year-old Uruguayan captain made an unnecessary tackle on Marc Cucurella, resulting in a red card in the 44th minute, as Barca lost 0-3 to Chelsea in the group stage. His lack of composure and critical errors in important matches have led to him no longer being considered a top-tier center-back.

8. Florian Wirtz, Liverpool, value decreased by USD 35 million to USD 130 million: Wirtz has only one goal and six assists in 23 appearances for Liverpool, a significant drop from his 57 goals and 65 assists in 197 matches for his former club Leverkusen. This unimpressive start has led Liverpool fans to question the club's second-most expensive summer signing of 2025, with concerns that he might become a failed acquisition.

7. Bernardo Silva, Man City, value decreased by USD 39 million to USD 32 million: Silva remains a key player, having won 17 titles with Man City over the past eight years. However, his age (31) and contract (expiring 6/2026) are key factors contributing to a sharp decline in his transfer value. It remains unclear whether the Portuguese star will extend his contract with Man City or leave as a free agent next summer.

6. Martin Odegaard, Arsenal, value decreased by USD 41 million to USD 89 million: Since 9/2024, Odegaard has suffered four injuries, missing 28 matches for Arsenal and the Norwegian national team. His prolonged absence during what should be his peak period has caused a sharp decline in the 27-year-old midfielder's transfer value.

5. Rodrygo, Real Madrid, value decreased by USD 47 million to USD 71 million: Rodrygo will not forget 2025, a year he set an unfortunate club record at Real by failing to score in 32 consecutive matches. This season, the 24-year-old forward has only two goals and five assists in 24 appearances. While he has shown recent improvement, it is not as impressive as his form between 2022 and 2024.

4. Gavi, Barca, value decreased by USD 47 million to USD 47 million: Due to a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee, Gavi was sidelined from 11/2023 to 9/2024. At the beginning of this season, a meniscus injury in the same knee forced him to miss an additional five months. These serious injuries are jeopardizing the 21-year-old midfielder's career. Once considered one of the most promising players in the world, having won the Golden Boy and Kopa Trophy 2022 awards, Gavi now faces the risk of a shortened elite career.

3. Vinicius, Real Madrid, value decreased by USD 59 million to USD 177 million: Vinicius has not been himself since losing to Rodri in the 2024 Ballon d'Or race. He has delivered inconsistent performances, with reduced contributions to the team's overall play, and generated unnecessary controversy. In the 2-1 victory over Barca in 10/, the 25-year-old forward openly protested against coach Xabi Alonso when substituted.

2. Rodri, Man City, value decreased by USD 65 million to USD 88 million: Due to a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his knee, Rodri was sidelined from 9/2024 to 5/2025. At the start of this season, he suffered four additional knee and hamstring problems. The 29-year-old midfielder has become a victim of serious injuries, similar to Gavi.

1. Phil Foden, Man City, value decreased by USD 70 million to USD 88 million: After winning the UK Player of the Year award for the 2023-2024 season, Foden suddenly lost confidence and form. His output declined from 27 goals and 13 assists to 13 goals and seven assists in the 2024-2025 season. The 25-year-old star has somewhat regained his form at the beginning of this season, with 10 goals and four assists, but this is not enough to convince everyone.