Most Valuable Eredivisie Players. The Eredivisie has long been a breeding ground for young talent from across the world to showcase their abilities. Here, we profile the 10 most valuable players currently plying their trade in the Dutch top flight based on transfer market values.
Santiago Gimenez – Feyenoord Rotterdam – €40.00m
Sitting top of the list at a valuation of €40 million is Mexican striker Santiago Giménez of Feyenoord. Still just 22, Giménez has taken his development to new heights this season, scoring 13 goals in 18 league appearances so far. Blessed with pace, strength and a predator’s instinct in the box, the son of Mexican legend Antonio Carlos Giménez has scouts from across Europe monitoring his progress. Should he continue progressing at his current rate, Feyenoord may face a battle to retain their prized asset in the future.
Lutsharel Geertruida – Feyenoord Rotterdam – €35.00m
In second valued at €35 million is Feyenoord right-back Lutsharel Geertruida. The 23-year-old Dutchman has established himself as one of Europe’s most promising defenders thanks to his athleticism, defensive nous and ability on the ball. Comfortable bringing it out of defence or supporting attacks, Geertruida’s all-round game has seen him earn 5 caps for the Netherlands senior side already. Linked with moves to the Premier League and Bundesliga in recent windows, Geertruida’s future remains bright.
David Hancko – Feyenoord Rotterdam – €30.00m
Centre-back partner David Hancko sits third on the list at €30 million. The tall Slovakian defender has been a rock at the heart of the Feyenoord backline since joining from Sparta Prague in 2020. Hancko’s reading of the game, tackling and composure under pressure have helped Feyenoord keep the most clean sheets in the Eredivisie this term. Still just 25, larger clubs may come calling if Hancko maintains his excellent form.
Johan Bakayoko – PSV Eindhoven – €25.00m
Johan Bakayoko is valued at €25 million in fourth. The 20-year-old Belgian-Ivorian winger has been a revelation since breaking into the PSV first team last season. With his searing pace, trickery and eye for goal, Bakayoko has already notched 5 goals and 8 assists in the league this term. If he continues progressing at his current rate, Bakayoko could be starring for one of Europe’s elite in the coming years.
Hirving Lozano – PSV Eindhoven – €22.00m
Mexican forward Hirving Lozano sits fifth on the list at €22 million. The 28-year-old remains a constant threat for PSV since rejoining from Napoli in the summer. With his close control, changes of direction and clinical finishing, Lozano has scored 7 times already this campaign. Entering his prime years, Lozano will be key to PSV’s chances of winning silverware.
Armel Bella-Kotchap – PSV Eindhoven – €20.00m
In at sixth valued at €20 million is PSV’s German centre-back Armel Bella-Kotchap. The 22-year-old has been a rock at the back for the Eindhoven club since arriving from Bochum last summer. Bella-Kotchap reads the game superbly, is a strong tackler and excellent in the air at just under 6ft tall. His consistent displays mean a big move likely awaits if he continues progressing.
Quilindschy Hartman – Feyenoord Rotterdam – €20.00m
Feyenoord left-back Quilindschy Hartman is valued at €20 million in seventh. The 22-year-old Dutch-Curaçao international is renowned for his recovery pace, defensive solidity and ability to support attacks down the flank. An important player for club and country, Hartman’s future remains bright if he maintains his form over the coming seasons.
Joey Veerman – PSV Eindhoven – €20.00m
In eighth place valued at €20 million is PSV midfielder Joey Veerman. The 25-year-old Dutchman has excelled since joining from sc Heerenveen last year with his passing range, work-rate and ability to dictate play. Veerman has established himself as a key player for club and country.
Steven Bergwijn – Ajax Amsterdam – €20.00m
Next at ninth valued also at €20 million is Dutch winger Steven Bergwijn. The 26-year-old returned to Ajax this summer on loan from Tottenham, where injuries hampered his progress in England. On song, Bergwijn is a constant threat with his pace, dribbling skills and eye for goal. A strong season back in the Netherlands could see him earn a permanent move away.
Noa Lang – PSV Eindhoven – €20.00m
Rounding off the top 10 valued at €20 million is PSV’s livewire winger Noa Lang. The 24-year-old Dutch-Surinamese international is a constant danger to defences with his close control, trickery and ability to create chances. Since joining from Club Brugge last year, Lang has scored 13 goals and provided 15 assists in just 38 league games. Still improving, Lang’s future remains bright if he stays focused on consistent performances.
The talent and potential value on display underlines the Eredivisie’s status as a fine school for young players to develop before making bigger moves. This core of stars will look to lead their clubs to success domestically and in Europe over the coming seasons. Perhaps the most surprising aspect of the list is the number of Ajax players among it. This gap is only set to widen in the next update.
