Arsenal best at boosting football player value

Arsenal are the best football club in the Premier League at boosting the value of their players, according to a study by the Football Observatory.   The squad was assembled for £168m and is valued at £269m, showing a gain of £101m.   In contrast, the squads at Chelsea and Manchester City are worth less than was paid for them.

Arsenal are the best football club in the Premier League at boosting the value of their players, according to a study by the Football Observatory.   The squad was assembled for £168m and is valued at £269m, showing a gain of £101m.   In contrast, the squads at Chelsea and Manchester City are worth less than was paid for them.

No one doubts that Arsene Wenger can spot under valued football players and develop them, but can he spend a bigger war chest well?   There are a lot of confident noises coming out of the Emirates, but this summer will be the time to walk the walk.

Another look at whether Arsenal can start winning trophies is to be found here.