20 Most Valuable Teenagers in World Football Ranked
Emerging Talents Shaping Modern Football
One of football’s great joys is witnessing a young player break through and shine, regardless of age. Teams still value experience, but the phrase “if you’re good enough, you’re old enough” rings more true than ever.
Today, some of the world’s finest talents are still in their teenage years. Based on data from CIES, GIVEMESPORT ranked the most valuable teenagers in global football — a list mixing household names with unexpected rising stars.
Leny Yoro – €50.5m
French defender Leny Yoro tops the list at an estimated value of €50.5 million, representing one of the most promising young players in the sport.
Marc Guiu: Chelsea’s Young Forward
Among the surprises is Chelsea’s Spanish striker Marc Guiu, signed from Barcelona in the summer of 2024.
- Scored seven goals in 20 appearances for Chelsea last season.
- Spent part of the summer on loan at Sunderland before being recalled by Enzo Maresca.
- The club holds strong faith in the 19-year-old’s potential as one of the top young forwards globally.
Lewis Miley: Newcastle’s Rising Star
Newcastle United midfielder Lewis Miley is another standout. He debuted under Eddie Howe at just 16 in 2023 and has since become a regular in both Premier League and Champions League matches.
“If you’re good enough, you’re old enough.”
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GIVEMESPORT report based on CIES Football Observatory data.
Author’s summary: The new generation of teenage footballers proves that age no longer limits excellence, redefining the balance between talent, youth, and experience on the global stage.