Most valued Austrian Bundesliga players. It comes as no surprise that Red Bull Salzburg dominate the top spots when it comes to the most valuable players in the Austrian Bundesliga. The reigning champions have established themselves as the clear powerhouse in the league thanks to their financial backing and ability to develop top young talent from around the world. Let’s take a closer look at the 15 most valuable players based on transfer market values:
Strahinja Pavlovic
Leading the way is Serbian centre-back Strahinja Pavlovic, valued at €25 million. Still only 22, Pavlovic has been a rock at the heart of Salzburg’s defence since joining from Partizan Belgrade in 2020. Blessed with superb athleticism, timing, strength and composure on the ball, Pavlovic looks destined for a big move to one of Europe’s elite in the near future if he maintains his current trajectory.
Amar Dedic
In second valued at €20 million is Bosnian right-back Amar Dedic, aged just 21. Dedic has cemented his place in the Salzburg starting XI with his marauding runs, defensive solidity and ability to contribute in attack. With his combination of athleticism, technique and potential to further develop, Dedic is attracting interest from some of the continent’s heavyweights.
Luka Sucic
Orchestrating the Salzburg attack is Croatian midfielder Luka Sucic, valued at €18 million. Still only 21, Sucic has emerged as a key creative force with his range of passing, close control and eye for a killer ball. Whether playing as a #10 or in a deeper midfield role, Sucic’s technical quality and vision are vital to Salzburg’s free-flowing style of play. He looks destined for a big European move in the coming years.
Oumar Solet
Forming a formidable partnership with Pavlovic at centre-back is Frenchman Oumar Solet. The 23-year old is valued at €17 million thanks to his athleticism, strength in the tackle and ability on the ball. Solet has all the attributes to become one of Europe’s top defenders if he continues his development under Salzburg.
Karim Konaté
Leading the Salzburg line is Ivorian striker Karim Konaté, valued at €15 million despite only being 19. Konaté has taken the Austrian Bundesliga by storm with his predatory instincts in front of goal. Blessed with pace, power, technique and an eye for goal, Konaté is already being compared to some of the continent’s elite strikers at a young age.
Maurits Kjaergaard
Providing energy and drive from midfield is Danish youngster Maurits Kjaergaard. The 20-year old is valued at €13 million thanks to his work-rate, tackling, passing range and ability to cover ground. Kjaergaard looks to have a big future if he maintains his rapid progress under Salzburg.
Lucas Gourna-Douath
Protecting the backline is Frenchman Lucas Gourna-Douath. Still only 20, Gourna-Douath has established himself as a vital defensive shield valued at €12 million. His reading of the game, positioning and ability to break up play while starting attacks is hugely valuable to Salzburg’s style.
Oscar Gloukh
The youngest in the top 10 is Israeli playmaker Oscar Gloukh at just 19 but already valued at €10 million thanks to his early promise. Gloukh has been gradually integrated into the Salzburg team with his close control, creativity and eye for goal from midfield or in the holes. He looks to have a very bright future.
Fernando
Providing goals from the centre-forward position is Brazilian Fernando, valued at €10 million. The 24-year old has developed into a complete striker since joining from Shakhtar Donetsk in 2021. Blessed with technique, strength, an eye for goal and hold-up play, Fernando looks to star for Salzburg this season.
Nicolás Capaldo
Rounding off the top 10 valued at €8 million is Argentine Nicolás Capaldo. The 25-year old midfield workhorse covers every blade of grass, breaking up play and allowing teammates to shine. Capaldo’s energy and tenacity have made him a key player since joining Salzburg in 2020.
Mads Bidstrup
Danish midfielder Mads Bidstrup has cemented his place in the Salzburg midfield. With his passing, work-rate and ability to dictate the tempo of games.
Alexander Prass
Creative Austrian international Alexander Prass has impressed for Sturm Graz with his dribbling, crossing and eye for goal from out wide.
Sekou Koita
Prolific Malian striker Sekou Koita provides goals from the bench and has developed into a complete forward since joining Salzburg.
Amankwah Forson
Young Ghanaian midfielder Amankwah Forson is starting to showcase his potential with his close control, passing and work-rate for Salzburg.
Roko Simic
Promising Croatian striker Roko Simic is still developing but shows glimpses of his finishing and strength as he gains experience. He completes the list and is the 14th Salzburg player on the list.
In conclusion, Red Bull Salzburg’s financial power and scouting network have enabled them to assemble an incredibly talented young squad worth hundreds of millions. This core will look to dominate Austrian football for years to come while enhancing their reputations on the European stage. More top talents will surely emerge from this exciting group.
