Declan Rice is Arsenal’s most valuable player heading into the 2026/27 season, with an estimated market value of €120 million.
The England midfielder is followed by Bukayo Saka at €110m and William Saliba at €100m. MartÃn Zubimendi and Gabriel Magalhães complete the five-player ranking with estimated values of €75m each.
The figures shown in the supplied graphic match the latest Transfermarkt Premier League market-value rankings.
These are estimated market values rather than confirmed transfer fees or Arsenal asking prices.
Arsenal’s Five Most Valuable Players
| Rank | Player | Age | Position | Estimated value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Declan Rice | 27 | Central midfield | €120m |
| 2 | Bukayo Saka | 24 | Right wing | €110m |
| 3 | William Saliba | 25 | Centre-back | €100m |
| 4 | MartÃn Zubimendi | 27 | Defensive midfield | €75m |
| 4 | Gabriel Magalhães | 28 | Centre-back | €75m |
Together, these five players have an estimated combined value of €480m. Their positions across midfield, attack and defence illustrate the balance within Mikel Arteta’s squad.
What Does a Player’s Market Value Mean?
Market value should not be confused with an actual transfer fee.
A valuation considers factors such as age, ability, recent performances, contract length, position, injury history and potential demand from other clubs. The amount Arsenal would request for one of these players could be considerably higher.
Transfermarkt also states that its figures are designed to estimate a player’s expected value in an open market rather than predict the exact fee required to complete a transfer.
1. Declan Rice – €120m
Declan Rice sits comfortably at the top of Arsenal’s market-value ranking.
The England international was already an established Premier League midfielder when Arsenal signed him from West Ham United in 2023. His game has since developed beyond the defensive role in which he initially made his reputation.
Rice can protect the defence, recover possession and control transitions, but he has also become increasingly influential in attacking areas. His carrying ability, set-piece delivery and late runs into the penalty area give Arsenal another creative threat.
During the 2025/26 title-winning campaign, Rice ranked among the league’s leading players for key passes and big chances created while continuing to provide defensive security.
Supporters voted him Arsenal’s Player of the Season for the second consecutive year. The official Arsenal announcement confirmed his status as one of the central figures in the club’s Premier League triumph.
At €120m, Rice is also the second-most valuable player in the Premier League rankings behind Manchester City striker Erling Haaland.
His tactical intelligence, physical durability and ability to influence every phase of a match explain why he is Arsenal’s most valuable asset.
2. Bukayo Saka – €110m
Bukayo Saka remains Arsenal’s most valuable attacking player.
The Hale End academy graduate has developed into the team’s leading right winger and one of the most productive wide players in European football. His ability to score, create chances and combine with teammates makes him central to Arsenal’s attacking system.
Saka reached 100 Premier League goal involvements in his first 200 appearances in the competition. That total demonstrated a level of consistency rarely achieved by a player of his age.
Defenders often attempt to stop him with double marking, but his close control, decision-making and strength allow him to remain influential. His presence also creates space for Arsenal’s right-back and central midfielders.
Injuries and interrupted momentum affected parts of his 2025/26 season, contributing to a €10m reduction in his Transfermarkt value. Nevertheless, he remains valued at €110m and is still Arsenal’s most dangerous attacker.
At 24, Saka should have several prime seasons ahead of him. His academy background and close relationship with the supporters also give him a level of importance that cannot be measured purely through market value.
3. William Saliba – €100m
William Saliba is the world’s most valuable centre-back according to Transfermarkt’s June 2026 update.
The France international’s value increased from €90m to €100m after Arsenal’s Premier League title victory. He became only the second centre-back to reach that figure, following Virgil van Dijk in 2019.
Saliba’s pace allows Arsenal to maintain an aggressive defensive line. He is comfortable defending large spaces, strong in one-on-one situations and composed when progressing possession from the back.
His partnership with Gabriel was central to Arsenal’s title success. The champions conceded only 27 goals in 38 league matches, giving them the best defensive record in the division.
Transfermarkt’s Premier League valuation update described Saliba as a defender every major club would want and valued him €20m higher than any other centre-back.
Arsenal have also protected their position by securing Saliba on a new long-term contract. The club officially announced his extension during the 2025/26 season.
A back injury suffered during the 2026 World Cup has affected his preparations for the new campaign, but his age, quality and contract security keep his market value at €100m.
4. MartÃn Zubimendi – €75m
MartÃn Zubimendi’s first Arsenal season ended with a Premier League winners’ medal and a €75m market valuation.
The Spain international joined Arsenal from Real Sociedad in 2025. He arrived as an intelligent defensive midfielder capable of controlling possession and protecting the space in front of the centre-backs.
Zubimendi’s positioning and passing helped Arsenal dominate matches without leaving themselves exposed defensively. His presence as the number six also gave Rice greater freedom to move into advanced areas.
Rather than relying entirely on physical strength, Zubimendi reads the game early. He regularly positions himself to receive the ball from defenders and then finds the right pass to move Arsenal through the opposition press.
He also contributed goals and assists during his debut campaign, demonstrating that his influence was not limited to defensive work. Arsenal have highlighted his attacking contributions in their official review of Zubimendi’s first season.
The €75m valuation reflects the importance of high-level holding midfielders. Players who can defend, resist pressure and dictate possession are difficult to replace.
5. Gabriel Magalhães – €75m
Gabriel Magalhães completes Arsenal’s top five with an estimated value of €75m.
While Saliba is often praised for his speed and composure, Gabriel provides aggression, aerial strength and leadership. His ability to dominate physical duels makes him the more confrontational member of Arsenal’s centre-back partnership.
Gabriel was one of the outstanding defenders in the Premier League during the 2025/26 season. He recorded 172 clearances, 34 blocked shots and 90 successful aerial duels while also producing three goals and four assists.
He finished third in Arsenal’s Player of the Season voting, behind Rice and goalkeeper David Raya. The result reflected his importance to the team’s title-winning defensive record. Arsenal’s official website confirmed his top-three finish.
The Brazilian is also a major threat from set-pieces. His movement, strength and determination to attack crosses have made him one of the Premier League’s most dangerous goalscoring defenders.
At 28, Gabriel is older than Saliba but remains in his prime. His leadership and established partnership with the Frenchman support his €75m valuation.
Why Arsenal’s Defence Is So Valuable
Two centre-backs appear among Arsenal’s five most valuable players.
Saliba and Gabriel were the foundation of a defence that conceded just 27 league goals as Arsenal won the 2025/26 Premier League title with 85 points. They combined physical strength with recovery speed, aerial ability and composure in possession.
The defensive structure was not built by the centre-backs alone. Rice and Zubimendi protected the spaces ahead of them, while Arsenal’s possession game restricted the number of chances opponents could create.
That explains why four of the five players on this list operate primarily in midfield or defence.
Which Arsenal Players Are Just Outside the Top Five?
Jurriën Timber is valued at approximately €70m, while Martin Ødegaard and Eberechi Eze sit close behind at around €65m.
Viktor Gyökeres is also valued at €65m, with Arsenal possessing considerable market value throughout the squad rather than relying on only one or two stars.
The addition of Bruno Guimarães has created further competition in midfield, where Rice, Zubimendi, Ødegaard, Eze and Mikel Merino already give Arteta multiple tactical options.
What the Rankings Reveal About Arsenal
The list highlights three important qualities within Arsenal’s squad:
- Their most valuable players are all in or approaching their prime years.
- The squad’s value is distributed across attack, midfield and defence.
- Arsenal have retained the core responsible for winning the Premier League.
Rice offers complete midfield influence, Saka supplies attacking quality, Saliba and Gabriel anchor the defence, and Zubimendi connects the different phases of Arsenal’s game.
That balance helped the Gunners become champions and places them in a strong position to challenge for more major trophies in 2026/27.
Who Is Arsenal’s Most Valuable Player?
Declan Rice leads the ranking at €120m, and the valuation reflects his overall influence.
Saka may be Arsenal’s most dangerous attacker, while Saliba is arguably the most difficult player to replace because of the scarcity of elite centre-backs. However, Rice combines defensive intelligence, physical power, leadership and creativity in one midfield role.
His second consecutive Player of the Season award strengthens his claim to being both Arsenal’s most valuable and most influential player.
