Several African footballers have seen their market values rise significantly since the start of the 2024/25 season, following standout performances for their respective clubs.
According to Transfermarkt, these players have witnessed notable financial growth in their valuation.
1. Antoine Semenyo – €35 million (+€25 million)
Ghanaian international Antoine Semenyo has experienced the most significant increase in market value.
The Bournemouth winger has been in outstanding form, attracting interest from several top clubs.
His valuation has surged by €25 million, now standing at €35 million.
Semenyo, under contract with the Cherries until June 2029, has scored nine goals and provided five assists in 32 appearances across all competitions.
He currently earns an annual salary of €3.1 million.
2. Amad Diallo – €40 million (+€22 million)
Manchester United’s Amad Diallo enjoyed a promising start to the season before an unfortunate ankle injury halted his momentum.
The Ivorian winger’s market value has risen by €22 million to €40 million.
Before his injury, Diallo had scored nine goals and registered seven assists in 36 matches.
The 21-year-old, whose contract at Old Trafford runs until June 2030, earns €1.75 million per year.
3. Nicolas Jackson – €55 million (+€20 million)
Senegalese forward Nicolas Jackson made a strong impression at Chelsea before being sidelined with a hamstring injury.
The striker’s market value has climbed by €20 million to €55 million.
Jackson has nine goals and five assists in 24 appearances for the Blues this season.
He is contracted at Stamford Bridge until June 2033 and receives an annual salary of €3.87 million.
4. Enzo Boyomo – €20 million (+€17 million)
Cameroonian defender Enzo Boyomo has thrived since moving to Osasuna from Real Valladolid. His performances have resulted in a €17 million increase in his valuation, now standing at €20 million.
The 23-year-old has played 29 matches and scored two goals this season. He is under contract with Osasuna until June 2029 and earns €520,000 per year.
5. Ademola Lookman – €55 million (+€15 million)
Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman has continued his excellent form for Atalanta Bergamo, earning him a €15 million boost in market value.
He is now valued at €55 million.
Lookman, who was named African Player of the Year in 2024, has scored 25 goals and contributed seven assists in 32 matches.
The 27-year-old earns €2.31 million annually.
6. Eliesse Ben Seghir – €30 million (+€15 million)
AS Monaco’s Moroccan winger Eliesse Ben Seghir has emerged as a key figure for the Ligue 1 club, increasing his market value by €15 million to €30 million.
The 20-year-old has scored nine goals and delivered four assists in 39 appearances this season.
He remains contracted with Monaco until June 2027, earning €600,000 per year.
7. Yankuba Minteh – €30 million (+€14 million)
Gambian winger Yankuba Minteh has impressed in the Premier League with Brighton, leading to a €14 million increase in his market value, now at €30 million.
The 20-year-old has netted six goals and provided four assists in 26 matches.
He is tied to the Seagulls until June 2029.
8. El Hadji Malick Diouf – €16 million (+€14 million)
Senegalese left-back El Hadji Malick Diouf has been a revelation for Slavia Prague, seeing his market value soar from €2 million to €16 million.
The 20-year-old defender, despite suffering a leg injury, has managed seven goals and four assists in 37 appearances this season.
His contract with Slavia Prague runs until June 2028.
9. Carlos Baleba – €35 million (+€13 million)
Cameroonian midfielder Carlos Baleba has established himself as a regular at Brighton, prompting a €13 million rise in his market value to €35 million.
The 21-year-old defensive midfielder has played 30 matches, contributing three goals and two assists. His contract at Brighton extends until June 2028, with an annual salary of €756,000.
10. Evann Guessand – €20 million (+€12 million)
Ivorian striker Evann Guessand has emerged as one of the standout performers in Ligue 1 for OGC Nice.
His market value has increased by €12 million, now set at €20 million.
Guessand has scored 12 goals and provided eight assists in 35 matches this season.
The 23-year-old is contracted at Nice until June 2028, earning an annual salary of €900,000.
Summary of Market Value Increases
| Player | Club | Market Value |
|---|---|---|
| Antoine Semenyo | Bournemouth | €35 million |
| Amad Diallo | Manchester United | €40 million |
| Nicolas Jackson | Chelsea | €55 million |
| Enzo Boyomo | Osasuna | €20 million |
| Ademola Lookman | Atalanta Bergamo | €55 million |
| Eliesse Ben Seghir | AS Monaco | €30 million |
| Yankuba Minteh | Brighton | €30 million |
| El Hadji Malick Diouf | Slavia Prague | €16 million |
| Carlos Baleba | Brighton | €35 million |
| Evann Guessand | OGC Nice | €20 million |
These figures highlight the increasing influence of African players in European football, as they continue to enhance their reputations and attract interest from elite clubs.
