With just 10 days remaining until the commencement of the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), anticipation is building as Egypt prepares to host the tournament featuring 24 national teams, marking the third edition following the 2019 and 2021 competitions.
The AFCON 2024 tournament is scheduled to take place in Ivory Coast, with the kick-off set for January 13 and the final showdown concluding on February 11.
In the lead-up to this prestigious event, Cairo 24, in conjunction with the countdown to AFCON 2024, unveils noteworthy statistics associated with the tournament, highlighting key figures within the context of the countdown days.
Top 10 Players with the Highest Market Value at AFCON
In the inaugural installment of the Countdown to AFCON series, Cairo 24 presents a list of the most valuable players in the tournament.
This elite roster comprises 10 footballers, recognized as some of the continent’s finest, with their market values outlined in the following report:
1. Victor Osimhen (Nigeria): The Napoli striker secures the top spot on the list, boasting a market value of €110 million according to Transfermarkt, the leading football transfer database.
2. Mohamed Salah (Egypt): The Liverpool forward and Africa’s iconic football figure stands at the second position alongside Moroccan talent Achraf Hakimi of Paris Saint-Germain, both holding a market value of €65 million.
4. Mohammed Qados (Ghana): Representing West Ham United in the English Premier League, Qados claims the fourth spot on the list with a market value soaring to €45 million.
5. Ousmane Diomande (Ivory Coast), Andre Onana (Cameroon), Victor Boniface (Nigeria), Edmond Tapsoba (Burkina Faso), and Sireho Girassy (Guinea): Sharing the fifth spot, these players hold a market value of €40 million each.
10. Naif Akrd (Morocco): The West Ham player concludes the list with a market value of €38 million.
As the countdown continues, football enthusiasts worldwide eagerly anticipate the kickoff of AFCON 2024, promising thrilling matches and showcasing the immense talent within the African football landscape.
