Mamelodi Sundowns squad valuation: Ronwen Williams not among top 10 most valuable players
It's no secret that Mamelodi Sundowns are one of the richest football clubs on the continent, but their actual squad value makes for some interesting reading.
For example, valued at R18.55 million according to transfermarkt.us, star goalkeeper Ronwen Williams doesn't crack the top-15 most valuable players in the Sundowns squad.
Top of the list in terms of market value is striker Lucas Ribeiro. The Brazilian is apparently worth a whopping R51.54 million.
Cape Town-born Iqraam Rayners comes in at number two with a market value of R49.48 million. The 29-year-old forward, however, is the most valuable South African in the star-studded Sundowns lineup.
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