Liverpool continue to rank above Manchester City and Arsenal, maintaining their position as the fourth-most valuable football club in the world. The club’s valuation has once again risen, according to a leading finance expert.
Forbes, the American magazine, has released its annual list of the World’s Most Valuable Soccer Teams for 2024 following the conclusion of the European domestic leagues.
In recent years, the Reds have been a prominent force in European football under the guidance of Jurgen Klopp. Klopp’s leadership has brought Liverpool to the forefront, securing seven major trophies including the Champions League and the Premier League.
Additionally, they have finished as runners-up in these prestigious competitions on two different occasions.
Fenway Sports Group have made significant investments in the club. Anfield’s capacity was increased to 61,000 following the expansion of the Anfield Road End. Furthermore, £50 million was allocated to develop the club’s AXA Training Centre in Kirkby.
Since purchasing Liverpool for £300 million from Tom Hicks and George Gillett in 2010, the club’s valuation has consistently risen. Forbes now estimates Liverpool’s worth at $5.37 billion, or £4.22 billion, marking a 2% increase from 2023 when the club was valued at $5.29 billion.
This rise in valuation comes despite the Reds finishing third in the Premier League this season and not participating in the Champions League. In his final season, Klopp did secure the Carabao Cup for the team.
Liverpool’s updated valuation keeps them in fourth place behind Real Madrid ($6.6 billion), Manchester United ($6.55 billion), and Barcelona ($5.6 billion).
Manchester City, having secured their fourth consecutive league title, are valued at approximately $5.1 billion.
Interestingly, Tottenham Hotspur ($3.2 billion) hold the eighth position, with Chelsea ($3.13 billion) and Arsenal ($2.6 billion) in ninth and tenth, respectively.
Furthermore, the Reds’ estimated value has surged by nearly £4 billion since John Henry and his group took over.
The current challenge for Liverpool is to maintain their status as one of Europe’s top clubs under the guidance of their new head coach, Arne Slot.
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