The Most Valuable XI from Players Born in Paris
As the 2024 Olympics come to a close in Paris, the city is abuzz with excitement. And while the tournament may not be as prestigious as the European Championships or Copa América, it’s still a star-studded affair. Managed by the legendary Thierry Henry, France has the most valuable squad at the Olympics, and they’re facing off against Argentina in a thrilling quarter-final match tonight.
But have you ever wondered who would make up the most valuable XI from players born in Paris? Let’s find out!
The Paris XI
We’ve used the Transfermarkt website to determine which players to select for our XI. We’ve only included players born in Paris city, excluding those from neighboring suburbs. As illustrated in the graphic below, the Paris combined XI would have a total market value of €483 million, with Kylian Mbappé being the star man.
[Image: The Paris XI]
Mbappé, the joint-most valuable player in the world at €180m, would form a front three worth €295m alongside Kingsley Coman and Moussa Diaby. Youssouf Fofana lines up in midfield alongside Seko Fofana and N’Golo Kante, who enjoyed a successful return to the French set-up at Euro 2024. Barcelona’s Jules Kounde and Liverpool’s Ibrahima Konaté are included in defense, with West Ham’s Alfonso Areola in goal.
The Suburbs XI
As we mentioned earlier, several famous names were born in the surrounding province of Paris, known as the ‘Île-de-France’. The combined market value of an eleven from this area registers at €476m, just €8m less than the Paris XI. William Saliba, born in Bondy, is the most valuable player at €80m. Chelsea’s Christopher Nkunku, born in Lagny-sur-Marne, and new Manchester United signing Leny Yoro, born in Saint-Maurice, are other notable names from the surrounding province.
Conclusion
So there you have it – the most valuable XI from players born in Paris. It’s an impressive lineup, to say the least. But what do you think? Do you agree with our selection? Let us know in the comments!
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