As the 2024 Premier League season unfolds, a number of high-profile stars have seen their market values take a significant hit.
From injuries to loss of form and age catching up with some of the EPL top performers, the latest player market valuations reveal a stark reality: even the brightest talents can falter.
Among the most notable names to suffer are players from Manchester City, Arsenal, and Chelsea, with several high-profile figures from these clubs seeing their worth plummet.
Here’s a look at the Top 10 EPL players who have lost the most market value in 2024, and the factors behind their decline.
10. James Ward-Prowse (-€22 million)
Once regarded as one of the EPL premier set-piece specialists, James Ward-Prowse’s market value has taken a substantial hit.
After leaving West Ham on loan for Nottingham Forest in the summer, the 30-year-old has struggled to make an impact in his new surroundings.
Despite West Ham’s mixed performances in his absence, Ward-Prowse has failed to shine at Forest. Just 12 months ago, the England international was being tipped for a recall to the national team, but now his future looks uncertain as he grapples with a loss of form.
9. Raheem Sterling (-€23 million)
Raheem Sterling’s 2024 campaign has been a year to forget. The winger, who was once the focal point of Manchester City’s attack, has struggled at Chelsea.
Often blamed for the team’s inconsistent performances, Sterling’s market value has plummeted as his form deteriorated.
His move to Arsenal, which many hoped would reignite his career, has not panned out as expected. With limited starts and a goal drought that extends into 2024, Sterling’s value has taken a significant hit, and his England career seems to be all but over.
Raheem Sterling’s loan move to Arsenal has been far from successful.
He’s played just 146 Minutes, registered 1 assist, and taken just 4 shots.#AFC pic.twitter.com/xLEvh9zxXV
— Football Park (@thefootballpark) December 17, 2024
8. Kevin De Bruyne (-€25 million)
Kevin De Bruyne has long been regarded as one of the best playmakers in world football, but age and injury seem to have caught up with the Belgian maestro.
After a pivotal role in Manchester City’s treble-winning campaign, De Bruyne has spent much of 2024 sidelined due to injuries, with his form suffering as a result.
With 2024 marking his 34th year, rumors of a potential move to MLS have begun to surface. The combination of age and persistent injury troubles has led to a sharp drop in his market value, signaling that we may have seen the best of De Bruyne in the Premier League.
7. Evan Ferguson (-€25 million)
Evan Ferguson was once touted as Brighton’s next big-money sale, with some experts predicting he could fetch £100 million in the future.
However, the 20-year-old Republic of Ireland international has seen his value sharply decrease due to a combination of injuries and a decline in form. Ferguson is still a young player with immense potential, but after a series of setbacks, he now faces a critical period in his career to rediscover his form.
Brighton have reportedly made him available for a loan move in January, with a fresh start likely needed for him to regain his confidence and market value.
6. Lucas Paquetá (-€25 million)
Lucas Paquetá’s stock has dropped significantly in 2024 after a tumultuous year both on and off the pitch. Once West Ham’s star midfielder, Paquetá has found himself relegated to the bench under David Moyes.
His loss of form has been compounded by legal troubles, as the Brazilian faces FA charges over alleged breaches of betting rules.
If found guilty, Paquetá could face a lengthy ban, further damaging his value and future in the game. West Ham are reportedly considering selling him in January, and several Brazilian clubs are said to be monitoring the situation.
5. Gabriel Jesus (-€25 million)
Gabriel Jesus arrived at Arsenal in 2022 as a marquee signing, and the Brazilian initially made an impact with his work rate and movement.
However, since suffering an injury before the World Cup, Jesus has struggled to regain his best form. Now frequently a substitute at Arsenal, he has failed to find the back of the net in the EPL so far this season.
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With just 4 goals in all competitions in 2024-25, Jesus’s market value has plummeted. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta remains supportive of the striker, but a lack of goals has put Jesus’s future at the Emirates in doubt.
4. Jack Grealish (-€25 million)
Jack Grealish’s stock has fallen dramatically over the past 12 months. Once a key figure for both Manchester City and England, the 29-year-old winger has faced a tough year, plagued by injuries and inconsistent performances.
Grealish has yet to score in 2024, and his role at Manchester City has become less prominent.
With increasing competition for places and reports of his frustration, the former Aston Villa star’s market value has seen a significant decline. A move away from the Etihad may be on the cards if his situation doesn’t improve.
3. Christopher Nkunku (-€25 million)
Christopher Nkunku’s move to Chelsea in the summer raised plenty of eyebrows, but injuries have prevented the French forward from making an impact at Stamford Bridge.
With the emergence of Cole Palmer and Nicolas Jackson in attack, Nkunku has struggled to secure a starting spot in Enzo maresca’s line-up.
Largely limited to UEFA Conference League appearances, Nkunku has reportedly expressed unhappiness with his limited role.
Despite his quality, his market value has taken a substantial dip, and the 27-year-old may look for a new challenge if his situation doesn’t change.
2. Federico Chiesa (-€28 million)
Federico Chiesa’s career has been marred by injuries since his move to Liverpool in the summer, with the Italy international failing to make an impact for both his club and country.
Chiesa has not featured for Liverpool since September, and his struggles at Euro 2024 with Italy have further tarnished his reputation.
Once seen as a star in the making, Chiesa’s market value has tumbled to just €22 million, and many are questioning whether he will ever regain the form that made him one of Europe’s most sought-after talents.
1. Gabriel Martinelli (-€30 million)
The biggest drop in market value among EPL stars in 2024 belongs to Gabriel Martinelli. Once one of Arsenal’s standout performers, the Brazilian winger has seen his value fall sharply after a disappointing season and a slow start to 2024-25.
Martinelli scored 15 goals in all competitions during the 2022-23 season, but his tally dropped to just eight goals last season, and he has only four goals in 22 appearances so far this term.
The decline in form has led some pundits to question whether Martinelli can regain the trajectory that once made him one of the EPL most promising talents.