Jude Bellingham: Real Madrid star tops Haaland and Mbappe to become World's Most Valuable Footballer in 2023

Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham's journey at Real Madrid has transcended the ordinary, marking him as a football sensation of unparalleled proportions.

 Since his high-profile move from Borussia Dortmund in the summer transfer window, the 20-year-old midfielder has scripted a remarkable narrative that has left football enthusiasts in awe.

Bellingham's impact on Real Madrid has been nothing short of extraordinary. 

The summer transfer saga saw him don the white jersey of Los Blancos in a staggering €103 million deal, with an additional €30 million in add-ons.

 What followed has been the stuff of dreams for the Three Lions star.

In just 21 appearances across all competitions, Bellingham has notched an impressive 17 goals and provided five assists for his teammates. 

His contributions have played a pivotal role in propelling Real Madrid to the summit of La Liga and securing a coveted top spot in the UEFA Champions League group stage.

Bellingham's rise in stature on the field has been matched by a meteoric surge in his transfer value. 

Upon his arrival at the Santiago Bernabeu, the midfielder's market value stood at €120 million.

 However, a mere six months later, Bellingham's market value has skyrocketed to a colossal €180 million, as per Transfermrkt.

 This figure places him alongside two of Real Madrid's dream transfer targets, Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe, as the world's most valuable players.

Below of is a full updated list of the Top 10 most valuable footballers in 2023:

1. Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid) – €180 million

2. Erling Haaland (Manchester City) – €180 million

3. Kylian Mbappe (Paris Saint Germain) – €180 million

4. Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid) – €150 million

5. Bukayo Saka (Arsenal) – €120 million

6. Jamal Musiala (Bayern Munich) – €110 million

7. Phil Foden (Manchester City) – €110 million

8. Lautaro Martinez (Inter) – €110 million

9. Victor Osimhen (Napoli) – €110 million

10. Declan Rice (Arsenal) – €110 million