Zambia has emerged as a breeding ground for exceptional talent in recent years, notably since the aftermath of the 2017 U-20 Africa Cup of Nations.
From impregnable defenders to skilled midfielders and prolific goalscorers, Zambian stars have been making waves across the globe.
As these players continue to deliver top-notch performances, potential suitors find themselves requiring deeper pockets to secure the services of these football gems.
BolaNews reveals the list of the most valuable Zambian football players globally, as per Transfermarkt.
6. Miguel Chaiwa (BSC Young Boys): €1 million (K25.4 million)
The Switzerland-based starlet made history in 2023 by becoming the youngest Zambian to debut in the group stage of the UEFA Champions League at 19 years, 180 days old. He is currently the most valuable Zambian teenager in the world.
5. Kings Kangwa (Red Star Belgrade): €2 million (K50.8 million)
Valued at only €2 million, Kangwa could be on the radar of several European clubs in January due to the limited game time in Serbia. The playmaker has not featured in a match for Crvena Zvezda for eight matches in a row.
4. Edward Chilufya (BC Häcken): €2 million (K50.8 million)
Chilufya has taken Swedish football by storm during his season-long loan spell at BK Häcken. The Chipolopolo star has notched six goals and an assist in just three months at the club. BK Häcken could be keen on making his transfer permanent next summer if Chilufya maintains this blistering start.
3. Fashion Sakala Jr. (Al Fayha): €5 million (K 127 million)
The Copper Bullet star’s price tag will only skyrocket if he continues to inspire Al Fayha to new heights. He contributed six goals in as many games to propel his club to their first-ever AFC Champions League knockout stage.
2. Lameck Banda (US Lecce): €6 million (K 152 million)
Lameck Banda has continued to dazzle in the Italian topflight. His superb performances this season are making it increasingly difficult for US Lecce to keep him at the club. Several powerhouses across Europe will be keen on chasing after the signature of one of Serie A’s best dribblers.
1. Patson Daka (Leicester City): €14 million (K355.6 million)
Daka seems not to be fazed by the limited game time at Leicester City this season. The Zambian marksman has registered an impressive eight goals in eight starts for club and country this season.
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The 25-year-old remains a conspicuous option for several clubs that will want to cash in on a striker in next month’s transfer window.
