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10 most expensive transfers of 2017

Neymar's move to PSG was the most expensive transfer of 2017. This transfer broke the world transfer record

1. Neymar Jr

Brazilian left winger with a market value of 150 million ? was transferred to Paris-Saint-Germain (PSG) from FC Barcelona.

His transfer fee was 222 million ?.

It was the most expensive transfer of 2017 and also a world record.

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2. Kylian Mbappe

Kylian Mbappe, a Frenchman was transferred on loan to Paris-Saint-Germain.

It is expected that he will become the world?s second most expensive player, with the deal reported to be worth 190 million ?. His contract will run through June 30, 2022.

His market value is 90 million ?.

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3. Ousmane Dembele

FC Barcelona bought Ousmane Dembele from Borussia Dortmund for 105 million ?.

His market value is 33 million ?.

After the transfer, Dembele ruptured a thigh muscle which curtailed his performance.

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4. Romelu Lukaku

Belgium superstar, Romelu Lukaku was transferred from Everton to Manchester United for 75 million ?.

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5. Alvaro Morata

The brilliant centre-forward, Alvaro Morata of Spain was transferred from Real Madrid to Chelsea for 62 million ?.

His market value was 50 million ?.

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6. Benjamin Mendy

Benjamin Mendy was transferred to Manchester City for 57 million ?.

He used to play for Monaco.

His market value is 30 million ?.

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7. Alexandre Lacazette

26-year-old Alexandre Lacazette was transferred to Arsenal FC for 53 million ?.

This centre-forward of France used to play for Olympique Lyon club.

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8. Kyle Walker

Kyle Walker with a market value of 35 million ? was transferred to Man City for 51 million ?.

He used to play for Tottenham Hotspur.

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9. Bernardo Silva

23-year-old Portugal star, Bernardo Silva was transferred to Manchester City from Monaco for 50 million ?.

His market value is 40 million ?.

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10. James Rodriguez

FC Bayern has signed James Rodriguez of Real Madrid on a two-year loan deal on a loan fee of 12 million ?.

He was transferred on loan but his final move might estimate around 40-50 million ?.

His market value is 50 million ?.

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