The Most Expensive Football Transfers Of All Time

In 2017, Neymar's transfer from Barcelona to PSG broke records. His €222 million transfer remains the priciest ever.

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In 2017, PSG exerted considerable effort to acquire Mbappe from Monaco. Monaco to PSG for €145.6 million in 2017.

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Joao Felix is a promising player. He joined Atletico Madrid in 2019 despite being courted by most of Europe's top clubs. Benfica to Atletico Madrid for €126 million in 2019.

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In 2018, Philippe Coutinho left Liverpool for Barcelona in pursuit of trophies. He is still considered one of the most expensive Premier League transfers.

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The transfer drama surrounding Antoine Griezmann continues to upset his admirers. Atletico Madrid to Barcelona for €120 million in 2019.

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Jack Grealish is the Premier League's most expensive move. Manchester City paid Aston Villa a staggering €117 million for Grealish to join its already-impressive team.

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Chelsea, exhausted by its lack of a great striker, shelled out a staggering €115 million to acquire Lukaku from Inter Milan.

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Recently, Barcelona has been involved in a number of high-profile moves. The club spent over €100 million to get Dembele from Dortmund in 2017.

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The French midfielder became one of Serie A's top players. Pogba was acquired by Manchester United from Juventus in 2016 for €105 million.

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Gareth Bale had severe injuries throughout his time with Real Madrid, but he scored goals and contributed to cherished moments. Juventus to Manchester for €105m in 2016.

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