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France are the reigning world champions. Les Bleus defeated Croatia 4-2 in the 2018 FIFA World Cup final to win their second title. Their only other World Cup triumph came in 1998, when they overcame Brazil 3-0 in the final.
The French national team have also won two European Championships (1984, 2000), one Nations League (2021), one Intercontinental Cup of Nations (1985) and one FIFA Confederations Cup. They are one of the most successful European teams ever.
France will be one of the hot favorites heading into 2022 FIFA World Cup
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France have a well-balanced side at the moment, with world-class players stacked across the field. Not only is their starting squad excellent, but they have plenty of solid options on the bench. They will be one of the favorites for this year’s FIFA World Cup.
On that note, let's have a look at which of their five players have the highest market value.
#5 Jules Kounde - €60 million
Jules Kounde is among the most highly-rated young centre-backs in the world. At 23, he is by no means inexperienced. However, since he is a defender, he still has a few years before he hits his peak. He has a market value of €60 million.
Kounde plays his club football for La Liga club Sevilla. He has accumulated 124 appearances for them, which is impressive considering his age. Before moving to Spain, he played 70 matches for French outfit Bordeaux.
The Paris-born defender is not blessed with a tall frame. However, his pace and defensive awareness allow him to be on top of the opposing striker. He has played eight times for his nation so far and will be a crucial member of the team in the future.
#4 Kingsley Coman - €60 million
Kingsley Coman has been around for so long that football fans sometimes forget he is only 25 years old. The Frenchman has already plied his trade for Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus and Bayern Munich, winning the league for all three clubs.
In fact, he has won the league title in all the seasons of his professional career. Coman is contracted to the Bavarian giants until 2027, which is a significant reason for his high market value. The winger has registered 48 goals and 56 assists in 226 matches for Bayern Munich.
Although he isn’t one of the main players for France, he has still managed to rack up 37 caps. In those matches, he has found the back of the net five times while also assisting three goals. He’ll be keen to increase his goal output for Didier Deschamps’ side.
#3 Christopher Nkunku - €65 million
Christopher Nkunku is a prime example of Les Bleus’ strength in depth. He is the third-highest valued (€65 million) French player. However, he earned his first cap just a few days ago. This is the epitome of quality options at Deschamps’ disposal.
Nkunku has simply been sensational for RB Leipzig this campaign. He has 15 goals and 11 assists in 27 Bundesliga games. In 39 appearances across all competitions, the attacking midfielder has registered 26 goals and 15 assists.
Given how blessed France are in their attacking areas, it is no surprise that Nkunku had to wait so long to get a call-up. However, if he continues performing at such a high level, he could be one of the most prominent men on the French national team in the coming years.
#2 Raphael Varane - €65 million
Raphael Varane is currently the most accomplished French defender. The 28-year-old has won four Champions League trophies with Real Madrid. Moreover, he was at the heart of France’s backline during their 2018 FIFA World Cup success.
Varane matches Nkunku for market value, i.e., €65 million. The three-time La Liga champion moved to Manchester United last summer in a deal worth €40 million. While he has been impressive whenever he has played, his injury concerns have been a blow to his side’s top-four ambitions.
The former Real Madrid star has been one of the most consistent defenders for most of his days with Los Blancos. If Manchester United are to compete for the highest honors any time soon, it is imperative that Varane is at his peak performance.
#1 Kylian Mbappe - €160 million
Without a shadow of a doubt, Kylian Mbappe is the highest valued French player. With a market value of €160 million, he is not only the most valuable player in France but is also the most valuable player in all of football.
Mbappe has been making headlines ever since he broke onto the scene in 2016-17. Following his move to PSG in the summer of 2017, he has turned into one of the most lethal forwards on the planet. He has scored 158 goals and provided 78 assists in 208 PSG matches.
The 23-year-old superstar has been equally prolific for France, with 24 strikes and 20 assists in 53 encounters for the national team. The PSG number 7’s contract is set to expire in a few months. Despite that, his market value is the highest in the world.
