The Premier League is the biggest-spending league in the world with Manchester United and Manchester City splashing the cash on signings in recent years. Erik ten Hag has spent more than £400million since arriving in 2022 while Pep Guardiola has overseen multiple shopping sprees at the Etihad during his eight-year tenure.
But how many of their current crop have proven good value? Well, the CIES Football Observatory has listed the world's most expensive players and stars from both sides of Manchester are up there with the best. Their analysis factors in several key points not limited to on-field performance - age and contract length, for example - and recently released a list of the world's most valuable assets. Take a look and find your favourites below.
5. 21. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia - £99.25m
The Georgian international is of interest to Europe's top clubs. | Getty Images
6. 20. Florian Wirtz - £100.71m
Manchester City have been linked with the 20-year-old. | AFP via Getty Images
7. 19. Darwin Nunez - £101.23m
Liverpool signed the striker for £85m in June 2022. | Getty Images
8. 18. Rodri - £104.84m
The Spanish international is one of Manchester City's most important players. | AFP via Getty Images