Where Forbes ranks Liverpool FC among world’s most valuable clubs in 2026
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Liverpool endured a disappointing 2025/26 campaign but still secured Champions League qualification after a draw with Brentford. Image Credits: Imago ImagesReal Madrid have been named the most valuable club in world football, according to Forbes’ annual list.
The La Liga giants are valued at $9.5bn (£7.06bn), ahead of Barcelona in second ($7.5bn) and Manchester United in third ($7.2bn).Manchester United reported revenues of $865m for the 2024-25 season, a campaign that saw them finish 15th in the Premier League and lose the Europa League final.The Premier League dominates the rankings, with six clubs in the top 10 and 11 in the top 30. Liverpool sit fourth with a valuation of $6.2bn after winning the 2024-25 league title, while Manchester City are seventh at $5.5bn.Elsewhere, Paris Saint-Germain rise to fifth, while Arsenal are eighth, followed by Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur completing the top 10.The rest of the Premier League representation includes Aston Villa, Newcastle United, Everton, Fulham and Brighton & Hove Albion.Liverpool endured a disappointing 2025/26 campaign but still secured Champions League qualification after a draw with Brentford at Anfield last Sunday.The result confirmed fifth place for the Reds, ensuring European football next season despite a season that fell short of expectations for the reigning Premier League champions.It was also an emotional afternoon as Anfield said farewell to club legends Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson, with Liverpool once again unable to hold onto a lead.For Brentford, the draw capped a poor end to the season, with just one win in their final 10 Premier League matches leaving them short of European qualification for the first time.Liverpool are expected to be active in the summer transfer window as they look to strengthen their squad following a disappointing season.With the departures of Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson already confirmed, further change could be on the way, with Ibrahima Konate now linked with an unexpected exit.The French centre-back’s contract is due to expire this summer, and reports suggest he will leave Anfield after talks over a renewal broke down.
That would mark a major U-turn, coming just over a month after Konate indicated he was close to signing a new deal.His potential departure would leave Liverpool facing the loss of another senior player on a free transfer, increasing pressure on head coach Arne Slot and sporting director Richard Hughes.Liverpool are already preparing for reinforcements, with Jeremy Jacquet set to join from Stade Rennais, but Konate’s exit would add another major priority to their summer rebuild.