OGUN, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)-The Super Eagles of Nigeria will enter their vital 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Benin Republic and Lesotho with a squad boasting a staggering transfer market value of €295.2 million.
This valuation cements Nigeria’s status as one of Africa’s most talent-rich football nations.
Coach Eric Chelle’s 23-man roster is packed with stars from Europe’s top leagues, with the value pointing to a mix of established figures and emerging talents.
According to Transfermarkt, the squad’s most valuable assets are strikers Victor Osimhen (€75 million) and Ademola Lookman (€60 million). While Osimhen remains Africa’s most prized striker, Lookman’s stock has surged following his outstanding performances with Atalanta.
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Other high-value players include Alex Iwobi (€28 million), Calvin Bassey (€25 million), and Tolu Arokodare (€18 million).
Anchoring the midfield are Wilfred Ndidi (€12 million) and Frank Onyeka (€7 million). The lowest-valued players are goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali (€650k) and defender Benjamin Fredrick (€400k).
Despite having one of the most expensive squads in Africa, questions linger over whether this immense financial valuation will finally translate into consistent results on the pitch, especially given the Super Eagles’ recent struggles in the World Cup qualifiers.
The upcoming must-win clashes against Benin and Lesotho will be the ultimate test of whether their market riches can be converted into crucial victories.