Super Eagles of Nigeria will head into their crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Benin Republic and Lesotho with a squad valued at a staggering €295.2 million on the transfer market, Soccernet.ng reports.
This market value of the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations champions further solidifies their status as one of Africa’s most talent-rich football nations.
Nigeria coach Eric Chelle unveiled a 23-man roster packed with stars plying their trade across Europe’s top leagues.
Meanwhile, the team’s market valuation points to stars who are already established and emerging talents.
Who made up Super Eagles’ €295.2m Squad?
Per transfermarket, Ademola Lookman (€60m) and Victor Osimhen (€75m) stand out as the squad’s most valuable assets. Undoubtedly, Lookman’s performance at Atalanta pushed his stock up, while Osimhen remains Africa’s most prized striker despite a turbulent summer move.
They are joined by teammates such as Alex Iwobi (€28m), Calvin Bassey (€25m), and Tolu Arokodare (€18m). Stanley Nwabali (€650k), Benjamin Fredrick (€400k), and Adebayo Adeleye (€450k) are among the lowest-valued players, while Amas Obasogie is listed without a recorded market value.
The midfield is anchored by Wilfred Ndidi (€12m) and Frank Onyeka (€7m), with New England Revolution’s Alhassan Yusuf (€3m).
In defence, Bright Osayi-Samuel (€6.5m) and William Troost-Ekong (€1.5m) bring experience alongside Felix Agu (€8m) and Bruno Onyemaechi (€2.7m).
Can Nigeria Turn Market Value To Results?
The squad’s total valuation of €295.2 million places Nigeria among the most expensive teams in Africa. However, questions remain over whether financial valuation will translate into consistent results, especially after the Super Eagles’ recent struggles in World Cup qualifying.
It is still a mystery to see Nigeria turn their transfer market riches into victories on the pitch following their previous struggles. However, a back-to-back must-win encounters against Benin and Lesotho will prove otherwise.