Top 10 Most Expensive Players at the 2023 U-17 World Cup: Who's Number One?

Indonesia hosted the 2023 U-17 World Cup, held from November 10th to December 2nd, 2023. The tournament featured 24 teams from various countries, with players aged 17 and under.

The tournament has reached the quarter-finals, but unfortunately, the Indonesian national team's journey ended after failing to qualify for the round of 16.

So, who are the most expensive players competing in the 2023 U-17 World Cup?

According to Transfermarkt, Assan Ouedraogo is the most expensive footballer in the tournament, with a market valuation of Rp104.29 billion as of November 23rd, 2023.

This German national team striker plays for Schalke 04 and is a regular player in the Bundesliga Junior competition.

However, Assan hasn't shown his best performance in the 2023 U-17 World Cup. He only played once, for four minutes, in Germany's 3-1 win against Mexico.

In second place is Claudio Echeverri, with a market valuation of Rp69.53 billion. This key player for the Tango squad scored two goals against Japan and Venezuela in the group stage.

Noah Darvich follows in third place, with a valuation of Rp43.45 billion. This German national team striker also plays for Barcelona.

Noah showcased his best abilities in the 2023 U-17 World Cup, scoring one goal against Mexico and providing three assists during the group stage.

Here is a complete list of the 10 most expensive players competing in the 2023 U-17 World Cup, according to Transfermarkt as of November 23rd, 2023:

1. Assan Ouedraogo (Germany): Rp104.29 billion
2. Claudio Echeverri (Argentina): Rp69.53 billion
3. Noah Darvich (Germany): Rp43.45 billion
4. Rayan (Brazil): Rp26.07 billion
5. Karol Borys (Poland): Rp17.38 billion
6. Marc Bernal (Spain): Rp17.38 billion
7. Kaua Elias (Brazil): Rp12.17 billion
8. Michal Gurgul (Poland): Rp10.43 billion
9. Hector Fort (Spain): Rp8.69 billion
10. Pau Cubarsi (Spain): Rp8.69 billion

(See also: 5 Most Expensive Indonesian National Team Players in the 2023 U-17 World Cup, Arkhan Kaka Tops the List)