Left-back Marc Cucurella could leave Chelsea for Real Madrid after the 2026 World Cup in a deal worth up to 60 million euros. The value exceeds the market valuation of the entire Cape Verde squad, which managed to hold off Spain in the debut of Group H of the World Cup.
According to information published by the Spanish press and journalist Fabrizio Romano, Real Madrid signed the 27-year-old player for around 60 million euros (R$383 million).
The number draws attention when compared to the market value of the Cape Verde team. According to a survey by TransferRoom, the African squad has an estimated value of €58.9 million (R$376 million).
The difference helps illustrate the economic contrast between the two selections. In the TransferRoom ranking, Spain appears as the second most valuable team in the World Cup, with a squad valued at €1.41 billion (R$9 billion). amounts to less than 5% of this value.
Despite the financial disparity, the .
Cucurella was a starter in the match. Revealed by Barcelona, the full-back gained prominence at Getafe before playing for Brighton and Chelsea. Now, he is close to returning to Spanish football.
According to the European press, Real Madrid has accelerated negotiations in recent days and intends to count on the defender for next season. The club has already announced reinforcements for the defensive system and remains active in the transfer market.
The TransferRoom study uses the so-called “Expected Transfer Value” (xTV), an indicator that estimates the economic value of players and squads based on factors such as age, performance, contract and market potential.
Comparison of values
- Marc Cucurella (on transfer to Real Madrid) — €60 million (R$383 million)
- Cape Verde national team — €58.9 million (R$376 million)
- Spain national team — €1.41 billion (R$9 billion)
