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Real Madrid are one of the most successful teams in the history of the game. The Merengues have won more Champions League (13) and La Liga (34) titles than any team in history.
Carlo Ancelotti's men have made a decent start to their 2021-22 campaign. Despite a loss just before the international break, Real Madrid lead Atletico Madrid and Real Sociedad on goal difference in La Liga. Madrid won 1-0 in the Champions League at Inter Milan, but succumbed to a shock 1-2 home loss to competition debutants Sheriff.
Nevertheless, considering their rich history and pedigree, many fine players have played for Real Madrid over the years. The same holds true for Madrid's current team too. On that note, here's a look at the five most valuable Real Madrid players at the moment.
Note: All player valuations and stats have been taken from transfermarkt unless mentioned otherwise.
#5 Eduardo Camavinga - €55 million
Eduardo Camavinga is one of the most exciting teenagers in the game at the moment.
Still only 18, Camavinga made a splash with Rennes, which caught the attention of many top European clubs. Eventually, it was Real Madrid who landed the teenager on a €31 million move after failing to snap up his illustrious compatriot Kylian Mbappe from PSG.
Camavinga hit the ground running in Madrid, scoring on his debut in a 5-2 win over Celta Vigo. He has scored and assisted once in seven games across competitions for his new club.
The versatile Frenchman is seen as a long-term replacement for Casemiro. Camavinga will look to keep up his good start and endear himself to the Real Madrid faithful.
#4 David Alaba - €55 million
David Alaba is one of the most decorated full-backs in the game's history. The 29-year-old is a two-time continental treble winner and has won numerous league titles.
During a prolific decade-long stint with Bayern Munich, Alaba made his name as a prolific goalscoring full-back. He racked up 33 goals and 56 assists in over 400 games across competitions for the Bundesliga giants.
Seeking a new challenge, Alaba moved to Real Madrid this summer. He is yet to open his account for his new club, but has registered two assists for the La Liga leaders.
Following the departure of Sergio Ramos and Raphael Varane, Alaba is one of Real Madrid's most experienced players at the rearguard. He will look to play a key role as Ancelotti's men seek a second La Liga title in three years and make a splash in Europe.
#3 Thibaut Courtois - €60 million
Thibaut Courtois endured a slow start at Real Madrid, but he has more than come into his own in the last two seasons.
The former Chelsea shot-stopper kept 18 clean sheets to help Madrid win their first La Liga title in three years. Courtois was impressive in his next league campaign, too, as Madrid finished just a point adrift of champions Atletico Madrid.
The Belgian international recently played his 100th league game for Real Madrid. He has kept 45 league shutouts for the Merengues in 107 games, including two this season.
Carlo Ancelotti will hope Courtois continues his stellar exploits as Madrid hunt for silverware in multiple competitions this season.
#2 Federico Valverde - €65 million
Federico Valverde has evolved into one of the key players at Real Madrid since arriving at the club three years ago.
Still only 23, Valverde has already racked up over 100 games across competitions for Madrid. He has registered 12 goal contributions during this period, scoring five times and assisting on seven occasions.
The Uruguay international starred with two goals and five assists in Real Madrid's triumphant 2019-20 La Liga campaign.
Renowned for his ball-playing prowess and contributions in the middle third, Valverde will look to continue his exploits under Ancelotti. He has made a quiet start thus far, registering a one-goal contribution in ten games across competitions.
#1 Casemiro - €70 million
Casemiro has been a key player for Real Madrid over the years. Together with Toni Kroos and Luka Modric, Casemiro forms one of the most experienced and successful midfield trios in the game.
The four-time Champions League and two-time La Liga winner is generally regarded as one of the finest defensive midfielders of his generation. But Casemiro has also impressed in the attacking third, racking up 30 goals and 25 assists across competitions in nearly 300 games for Real Madrid.
The 29-year-old Brazil international has played nine games this season, registering one assist. He will look to play a key role under Ancelotti, who is seeking a league title in a fifth different top-five European league.
