Manchester United's 2024/25 campaign will be remembered as the worst in the club’s modern history. A season marred by inconsistency, tactical confusion, and managerial upheaval saw the Red Devils finish a shocking 15th in the Premier League, losing 18 of their 38 games. While there were a few silver linings in the Europa League run, United ultimately lost the final to Tottenham, missing out on Champions League qualification.
With the summer transfer window in full swing and United’s rebuild already underway—Matheus Cunha is set to arrive from Wolves—the latest market value updates from Transfermarkt shed light on just how much the squad has depreciated. Here's a full breakdown of United’s squad valuation, who gained, who lost, and what it means for the future.
Total Squad Value: €643 Million – Down €175M from Season Start
According to the May 2025 Transfermarkt update, Manchester United’s total squad value now stands at €643 million, a massive drop from their €818m valuation at the start of the season. That’s a €175m (21.4%) decrease, reflective of the club’s disastrous domestic campaign.
Notably, United have been overtaken by Newcastle United, sliding down to the seventh most valuable squad in the Premier League.
Read more: Premier League Market Value Shake-Up – May 2025 Update
Manchester United’s Most Valuable Players (June 2025)
Despite the decline, there are still a few players who hold strong market value—though notably, none rank in the top 25 Premier League stars.
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Player |
Market Value (€M) |
Notes |
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Leny Yoro |
55M |
Highest current value, promising centre-back |
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Bruno Fernandes |
50M |
Still a key creative presence |
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Kobbie Mainoo |
50M |
One of the brightest talents at the club |
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Marcus Rashford |
50M |
Returns from Aston Villa loan |
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Matheus Cunha |
60M (July 1) |
Will become United’s most valuable player |
🔗 Bruno Fernandes – Wikipedia
🔗 Kobbie Mainoo – Wikipedia
🔗 Marcus Rashford – Wikipedia
🔗 Leny Yoro – Wikipedia
🔗 Matheus Cunha – Wikipedia
Biggest Winners: Amad Diallo, Patrick Dorgu & Youth Stars
While most of United’s squad saw their values tumble, a handful of young talents and breakout performers bucked the trend.
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Amad Diallo: +€27M (now €45M)
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One of the few bright sparks in a dire campaign
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Expected to play a bigger role under Rúben Amorim next season
🔗 Amad Diallo – Wikipedia
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Patrick Dorgu: +€13M (now €30M)
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Signed for €30m and valued accordingly after an encouraging debut season
🔗 Patrick Dorgu – Wikipedia
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Leny Yoro and Harry Amass: +€5M each
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Yoro has shown potential as a future defensive anchor
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Amass is gaining traction as a rising youth prospect
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Toby Collyer: Minor increase, showing steady growth
These performances align with a broader trend in European football where youth development is key—read more in our Top 20 Most Valuable U21 Players.
Biggest Market Value Losers: Højlund, De Ligt, Fernandes & More
The 2024/25 campaign saw many United stars lose significant market value, with some now facing uncertain futures.
Rasmus Højlund: -€30M
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Now severely undervalued at just €40M
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Scored only 4 goals in 32 league games
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Likely exit candidate this summer
🔗 Højlund – Wikipedia
Matthijs de Ligt: -€27M
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Overvalued in the Bundesliga, recalibrated after move to Premier League
🔗 De Ligt – Wikipedia
Bruno Fernandes, Joshua Zirkzee, Luke Shaw: -€20M each
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Fernandes still shows flashes but his influence has waned
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Zirkzee failed to establish himself as a starter
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Shaw continues to struggle with injuries
🔗 Luke Shaw – Wikipedia
🔗 Zirkzee – Wikipedia
What’s Next for Manchester United?
With no Champions League or even Conference League football on the horizon, United’s transfer strategy must now be smart, value-driven, and focused on long-term squad rejuvenation. Amorim’s job is not only to rebuild confidence but to also redefine United’s identity with a core of young, hungry talent.
Incoming star Matheus Cunha will bring flair and energy, but more changes are on the way—and necessary. With the club no longer able to rely on prestige alone, market value data like this will shape who stays, who goes, and who arrives in the post-Ten Hag era.
Final Thoughts
Manchester United’s collapse in the 2024/25 season is reflected not only in results but also in their market valuation. A €175m drop in squad worth is a wake-up call, and one that new leadership cannot ignore. Yet, amid the doom and gloom, there are glimmers of hope—young stars rising, and fresh signings incoming.
Follow UKNIA.com for continued updates on transfers, valuations, and squad rebuilds.
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