The summer transfer window has now officially opened and squad values across the Championship are soaring as a result.
Following promotions to the Premier League, a number of the most expensive players in the English second division have already left for brighter pastures. But many of those have been replaced by the relegated teams, giving the Championship hoards a wealth of well-known players. Even without the addition of players from Luton Town, Burnley, and Sheffield United, the division already boasts an abundance of gifted athletes. During the transfer window, inter-division trades are certain, but foreign players with less notoriety could also walk through the door.
This window isn’t expected to be very active because a number of teams are balancing Financial Fair Play (FFP) obligations. Though many clubs will still need to strengthen their squads in order to increase their chances of accomplishing specific goals, there will still be action. Although West Brom managed to finish in the top six last season, Southampton’s superior strength during the play-offs condemned the Baggies to yet another Championship campaign. However, in terms of overall transfer value, Albion’s team has advanced significantly in comparison to other teams in the division.
But which Championship teams have the highest, where are West Brom, and which players are the most expensive per team? Here’s a complete rundown, based on Transfermarkt statistics, starting at the beginning.
Oxford United – €8.78m
Most valuable player: Mark Harris – €700k
Derby County – €11.95m
Most valuable player: Louie Sibley – €1.8m
Portsmouth – €12.55m
Most valuable player: Tom McIntyre – €1.2m
Sheffield Wednesday – €16.23m
Most valuable player: Ike Ugbo – €2.8m
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