Cristiano Ronaldo, one of football's most celebrated figures, finds himself absent from Transfermarkt's Most Valuable XI of the past two decades.
Despite his illustrious career, which boasts an unparalleled 908 goals and five Ballon d'Or awards, Ronaldo did not make the cut for this elite lineup.
The selection is based on players' peak transfer valuations, a metric that has seen Lionel Messi and Jude Bellingham secure their spots in this star-studded team.
The absence of Ronaldo, who was once valued at £100 million, raises eyebrows given his monumental contributions to clubs like Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Juventus.
As noted, "Cristiano Ronaldo will go down as one of the world’s greatest ever footballers but his heroics haven’t seen him named in the most valuable XI." Instead, the lineup features Lionel Messi, who reached a valuation of £150 million, underscoring his enduring legacy in the sport.
Alongside Messi, Jude Bellingham represents the new generation of football talent, valued at a staggering £150 million at just 21 years old. Interestingly, Neymar, another giant of the game, is also missing from this list, despite his record-breaking transfer to Paris Saint-Germain.
The team showcases a diverse array of talent from nine countries and seven clubs, reflecting the global nature of modern football. Key selections include Jan Oblak as goalkeeper, with Trent Alexander-Arnold and center-backs Raphael Varane and Virgil van Dijk forming a formidable defense.
The midfield is bolstered by Alphonso Davies, Jude Bellingham, and Kevin De Bruyne, while the attack is spearheaded by Lionel Messi, Vinicius Jr, and Erling Haaland. Kylian Mbappe stands out as the only player to have reached a £167 million valuation earlier than others, highlighting his exceptional market value.
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