11 Nigerian Stars Whose Market Values Rose Since 2025
Nigerian footballers are enjoying a remarkable surge in market value across Europe’s top leagues, with Transfermarkt data highlighting eleven Super Eagles whose worth has climbed sharply since 2025.
The biggest riser is Emmanuel Fernandez, the 24‑year‑old centre‑back who joined Rangers FC in July 2025. Fernandez’s valuation has soared by +€8.65m, a 2,471% increase, now standing at €9m after breaking into Nigeria’s national team.
Akor Adams, Sevilla’s powerful striker, has seen his value jump +€7m, up 140%, to €12m following seven La Liga goals this season.
Superstar Victor Osimhen remains Nigeria’s most valuable export, rising +€5m to €75m after his move to Galatasaray.
At Fulham, Samuel Chukwueze has boosted his worth by +€5m to €15m, thanks to three goals and four assists in the Premier League. Rising prospect Suleman Sani, just 19, has already impressed at RB Leipzig, with his market value climbing +€4.65m to €5m.
Midfielder Ebenezer Akinsanmiro, on loan at Pisa from Inter Milan, has lifted his valuation by +€4.5m to €6.5m. Tolu Arokodare, now at Wolves, has become a Premier League force, rising +€4m to €22m.
In Turkey, Anthony Dennis has doubled his worth with a +€4m increase to €8m, while Uchenna Ogundu has risen +€3.35m to €4m after joining Augsburg earlier this year.
Defensive leader Calvin Bassey continues to shine at Fulham, his value climbing +€3m to €28m. Meanwhile, Raphael Onyedika has established himself at Club Brugge, rising +€3m to €23m after strong Champions League performances.
