Source:REUTERS/Isabel Infantes
[Saba Sports News] According to Spanish media reports, La Masia has generated approximately €256.45 million in revenue from selling academy players over the past 20 years, with the cumulative market value of its trained players reaching €3.481 billion, ranking first globally. La Masia has become one of Barcelona’s most valuable assets both in sporting and economic terms. Statistics show that Barcelona has earned €256.45 million from selling homegrown players over the past two decades. La Masia is not only synonymous with talent development but also a significant revenue source. The 2015-2016 season was particularly productive, highlighted by Pedro Eliezer Rodriguez’s €30 million transfer to Chelsea. Other notable sales include Cesc Fabregas’ €33 million move to Chelsea and Thiago Alcantara’s €25 million transfer to Bayern Munich. Barcelona not only nurtures players but also transforms them into high-value assets. A report based on Transfermarkt data reveals that the cumulative market value of La Masia-trained players reaches €3.481 billion, surpassing any other football academy worldwide. Only Benfica (€3.064 billion) and Ajax (€2.559 billion) come close to this figure.