Albion have secured their place at the top of global youth football, with seven of their young stars named among the world’s most valuable under-21 players.
The latest report from the CIES Football Observatory places the Seagulls ahead of major clubs like Barcelona, PSG, and Chelsea, each with fewer players on the list – a testament to Brighton’s commitment to nurturing top-tier talent.
Leading the pack for Brighton is 20-year-old striker Evan Ferguson, with an impressive valuation of £51.2 million.
The Irish international has made waves in the Premier League, quickly becoming a fan favourite and a key player at the Amex.
Carlos Baleba ranks next for Brighton with a valuation of £43.4 million.
Winger Yankuba Minteh follows close behind at £43.2 million.
Both players have shown flashes of brilliance and have only just started their journeys in the Premier League, hinting at even greater potential.
Then there’s Jack Hinshelwood, valued at £27.3 million.
Julio Enciso is valued at £26.6 million, while summer signing Brajan Gruda has a promising £18 million valuation.
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Completing the list is Facundo Buonanotte. The winger, currently on loan to Leicester City, was valued at £48.4 million.
The CIES list is led by Barcelona’s 17-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal, valued at a whopping £150.7 million.
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