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Forbes
3 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
Real Madrid Now Has World's Most Expensive Midfielder
Spanish soccer giant Real Madrid boasts the world's most expensive midfielder according to expert ... More site Transfermarkt, as highlighted by AS. Spanish soccer giant Real Madrid boasts the world's most expensive midfielder according to expert site Transfermarkt, as highlighted by local newspaper AS. The Madrid-based outlet ran a report on the Uruguayan entitled 'Valverde, a new dimension', which details how with veterans Luka Modric and Lucas Vazquez set to leave Madrid after the Club World Cup, Federico Valverde will only have Dani Carvajal ahead of him in the pecking order of first team captains. About to enter his eighth season in Los Blancos colors, Valverde is an undisputed starter likely to enjoy such prominence under Carlo Ancelotti's successor Xabi Alonso. He was the only player on the Italian's watch to exceed 5,000 minutes (5,029 to be exact) in playing time across 59 games in 2024/2025, which saw him finish way ahead of teammates such as Kylian Mbappe (4,607 minutes) and Jude Bellingham (4,346 minutes) in that respect. That was a season where we saw Valverde act as a Swiss army knife for his coach and play a number of positions for the Italian including pivot, midfielder, right back and right winger. With Trent-Alexander Arnold completing his long-awaited transfer from Liverpool before the weekend, its likely he'll no longer be required at right back and can perhaps concentrate on holding the fort but also getting forward in the centre of the park. Despite his more retreated position on occasion, Valverde was his team's leader with the most completed passes (3,122), passes to the final third (1,070) and interceptions (70). He was also second in tackles (95) and recoveries (257), third in robbing the ball in the final third of the pitch (24), fourth in blocks (15), fifth in shots (85) and sixth in shots on goal (29) while amassing nine goals and eight assists. This has contributed to a figure that AS says it 'everywhere all at once', and Valverde is expected to be a crucial to Alonso in 2025/2026 where the main mission will be With all this in mind, Real Madrid now boasts the world's most expensive midfielder in Valverde. Eighth overall on its list of the priciest footballers in the sport, he has since his value rise from $5.7 million (€5 million) to $148.4 million (€130 million).
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Real Madrid dealt Federico Valverde injury blow ahead of Club World Cup
The domestic season may have finished for Real Madrid, but that has not brought an end to their injury problems as they have at least more to deal with in the aftermath of Saturday's 2-0 victory over Real Sociedad. Brahim Diaz is believed to have suffered an adductor issue during the match at the Santiago Bernabeu, but while Real Madrid await the diagnosis on that one, they have revealed another issue problem – and this one is for Federico Valverde. Real Madrid confirm Federico Valverde injury problem As per an official statement (via Marca), Real Madrid have confirmed that Valverde suffered a back injury against La Real. Advertisement 'After the tests carried out today on our player Fede Valverde by the Real Madrid medical services, he has been diagnosed with lumbosciatalgia. Pending evolution.' Image via EFE / Borja Sanchez-Trillo Uruguay international will be fit for Club World Cup Valverde has been ever-present for Real Madrid since last August, aside from a three-week spell when he was struggling with discomfort. He has been expected to be a very important player for new head coach Xabi Alonso in this summer's Club World Cup, and fortunately, he should be fine to play in the opener against Al Hilal on the 18th of June. The report from Marca has stated that Valverde should only be suffering with the injury for about a week, which means that he will be recovered in time to face the Saudi Pro League side at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. It will be very interesting to see how Real Madrid line up against Al Hilal, especially as Alonso is expected to adopt the 3-4-3 system that he has used at Bayer Leverkusen over the last few years. Valverde will be an important part of this tactic, especially as his versatility will allow him to operate in multiple positions if needed.
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Real Madrid suffer huge blow as midfield mainstay dealing with fresh back problem
Real Madrid have officially confirmed that Federico Valverde is suffering from lumbosciatica, a lower back issue that can cause pain and discomfort along the spine and down the leg. According to the club's medical update, the Uruguayan midfielder will likely miss training for about a week. However, the final outcome of his condition remains open as he continues to be monitored. Advertisement 'Following tests carried out today on Fede Valverde by the Real Madrid Medical Services, he has been diagnosed with discomfort due to a knock in his lower back. His recovery will be monitored,' read the statement from the club. The timing of this injury comes just as the club wraps up a difficult La Liga campaign. Despite ending the season in poor form, Real Madrid now shift focus to the upcoming Club World Cup. Xabi Alonso faces a tough start with injury-hit squad With the Club World Cup set to begin on 14 June, new manager Xabi Alonso has limited time to prepare his squad. Federico Valverde could be out for a week. (Photo by) Real Madrid will face Al-Hilal of Saudi Arabia on 18 June, but the squad's current injury list is cause for concern. Advertisement Dani Carvajal and Eder Militao are both recovering from serious knee injuries involving ligament and tendon damage. Eduardo Camavinga, David Alaba, Ferland Mendy, and Rodrygo are also out but are expected to resume training shortly. Meanwhile, Brahim Diaz pulled out of training recently and the severity of his issue is still unknown. Now, Valverde joins the list. He has arguably been the most used player in the squad this season, appearing in 59 of the club's 62 matches. Towards the end of the campaign, he was seen struggling through games with muscle issues, often playing while not fully fit due to the team's injury crisis under Ancelotti. Fortunately for Real Madrid, Valverde's condition does not seem long-term. Barring any setbacks, the midfielder is expected to recover in time to feature in the Club World Cup under Xabi Alonso's leadership.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
🚨 Official: Athletic Club extend Ernesto Valverde's contract until 2026
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here. Ernesto Valverde and Athletic have renewed their commitment until 2026, as announced by the red-and-white club. Advertisement This new contract extension will allow Txingurri to remain at the helm of the club for a decade, where he is already the longest-serving coach with 451 matches. Valverde will lead the team in their return to the Champions League and will aim to enhance a record that includes the Copa del Rey and 21 years of service to Athletic Club between his periods as a player and coach. Valverde's Words 'It's an important challenge. I feel a responsibility here, with what the team is, with the people who work. All together when we push, we are a strong team, let's see how far we can go. We have to keep competing, which is what Athletic always does well," he stated. Advertisement "The Champions League is an immense thrill, it's a very tough competition and I hope we all enjoy it. It's another level that we have to face,' he added. 📸 Juan Manuel Serrano Arce - 2025 Getty Images
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
🚨Official: Key player out for Athletic
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here. Heading into the match against Getafe, Valverde will not be able to count on Djaló due to a flu process that keeps him in the list of Athletic's squad for the duel against Getafe was made known, the club has officially released the medical report of Álvaro Djaló, who is also out. 🚑 PARTE MÉDICO I @AlvaroDjalo #GetafeAthletic #AthleticClub 🦁 — Athletic Club (@AthleticClub) May 15, 2025 A flu process keeps him in Bilbao and added to the absence of the Williams brothers, leaves a circumstantial forward for Valverde. 📸 Juan Manuel Serrano Arce - 2024 Getty Images
