Cost £0: Liverpool Strike Gold with “Genius” Valued Higher Than Van Dijk and Chiesa
Liverpool’s new manager, Arne Slot, has enjoyed a perfect start, winning all three of the club’s opening Premier League games.
The Reds have secured victories against Ipswich Town, Brentford, and fierce rivals Manchester United, while keeping clean sheets in each match and scoring seven goals.
Taking over from Jürgen Klopp, who had a nine-year tenure at Anfield, was no easy task, but Slot has made the transition appear seamless. The Dutchman has quickly adapted to his role, smoothly guiding Liverpool into the new season.
Slot has achieved this success with the same squad he inherited from Klopp, skillfully integrating them into his system. His leadership has given the team a strong chance to contend for the Premier League title this season.
The manager could further benefit from the addition of key players, one of whom recently joined Liverpool.
Nearly a week ago, the club signed Italian winger Federico Chiesa from Juventus, bolstering Slot’s attacking options for the 2024/25 season.
Chiesa, now 26, was a standout player during Italy’s Euro success a few years ago. However, an ACL injury slowed his momentum, making it difficult for him to regain top form in Serie A.
Despite the setback, Chiesa contributed to 12 goals in 33 league appearances last season. His attacking prowess is expected to strengthen Liverpool’s offensive lineup, offering more versatility in front of goal.
Liverpool’s defence remains formidable as long as Virgil van Dijk is part of the squad, with the 33-year-old being an essential figure for the team.
Since his £75 million move from Southampton in 2018, the Dutch defender has made 273 appearances, playing a key role in leading the club to multiple Champions League finals.
However, with just one year remaining on his current contract at Anfield, his future is uncertain following the recent transfer window—similar to one of his fellow teammates.
2024 Market Value of Alexander-Arnold
Having progressed through the club’s academy, right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold made his debut with the first team during the 2016/17 season under the guidance of former manager Jürgen Klopp. This marked the beginning of a highly successful career for the lifelong Liverpool supporter.
At 25 years old, Alexander-Arnold, hailed as a “genuis” by Caoimhe O’Neill of The Athletic, has accumulated 313 appearances for Liverpool. During this time, he has scored 19 goals, establishing himself as one of the most esteemed full-backs in global football.
Due to his exceptional performances, his market value has surged significantly. According to Transfermarkt, the England international is currently valued at £59 million.
This valuation surpasses the combined worth of both Federico Chiesa and Virgil van Dijk. Chiesa was acquired by the club for £12.5 million, while Van Dijk was valued at £25 million six years after his high-profile transfer.
| Most valuable players at Liverpool (2024/25) | |
|---|---|
| Player | Market value |
| Dominik Szoboszlai | £63.1m |
| Luis Diaz | £63.1m |
| Alexis Mac Allister | £63.1m |
| Trent Alexander-Arnold | £59.1m |
| Darwin Núñez | £59.1m |
| Stats Source: Transfermarkt | |
As Alexander-Arnold’s contract is set to end after this season, the club is keen to extend his agreement to avoid the risk of losing him without compensation in a year.
He has been a key player, with his contributions both defensively and offensively proving to be a major benefit for the new manager, Slot, this season.
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