Real Madrid are closing in on the end of a difficult season, and the numbers behind their campaign make the situation even more striking. Despite boasting the most valuable squad in world football, R...
Real Madrid are closing in on the end of a difficult season, and the numbers behind their campaign make the situation even more striking.
Despite boasting the most valuable squad in world football, Real Madrid are now at serious risk of finishing the season without a single trophy, a scenario that could see them enter the record books for the wrong reasons.
The Spanish giants have built a squad worth an incredible €1.34 billion, the highest valuation ever recorded in football, according to Transfermarkt.
This rise was driven largely by the arrival of Kylian Mbappe in 2024, along with heavy investment during the summer transfer window.
On paper, this is a team filled with world-class talent and depth. However, performances on the pitch have not matched expectations.
Unlike last season, when Real Madrid still managed to lift the UEFA Super Cup and Intercontinental Cup despite missing out on major titles, this campaign could end without any silverware at all.
What’s the story?
As per SPORT, if Real Madrid end the season without a trophy, they will become the most valuable squad in football history to finish a season without winning an official title.
Real Madrid could end up making an unwanted record. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)
The scale of Real Madrid’s investment is clear when looking at the individual valuations within the squad.
Several players are among the most expensive in world football, including Vinicius Jr., Jude Bellingham and Federico Valverde, all of whom have a market valuation of above €100 million.
At the same time, several players have come under pressure from supporters.
Names such as Eduardo Camavinga, Dean Huijsen, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Alvaro Carreras have faced criticism during inconsistent periods this season.
PL clubs feature in high-value trophyless seasons
As such, Real Madrid are not alone in this situation. Several top clubs, particularly from England, have experienced similar campaigns where strong squad value did not lead to success.
Teams like Chelsea 2025/26 (€1.16 billion), Liverpool 2025/26 (€1.02 billion), Chelsea 2022/23 (€1.017 billion), Liverpool 2020/21 (€1.009 billion), Chelsea 2023/24 (€932.2 million) and Arsenal have all appeared in rankings of the most valuable squads to finish a season without a trophy.
Even Barcelona have faced a similar situation in the past. During a disappointing campaign under Ernesto Valverde and Quique Setien, Barcelona ended the season empty-handed despite having a squad valued at close to €1 billion.
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