AFCON 2023, set to kick off in Ivory Coast later tonight on January 13, will showcase some of the most high-priced players ever seen on the continent.
African football has matured, with players from the continent now commanding significant transfer fees worldwide, particularly in Europe. This trend has heightened anticipation for AFCON 2023, the premier football tournament in Africa.
1. Victor Osimhen – €110 million (Nigeria)
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At 25, Victor Osimhen currently stands as the best and most expensive player on the continent. The Napoli striker, instrumental in his club’s Scudetto triumph last season, is poised to contribute to Nigeria’s quest for victory in AFCON 2023 in Ivory Coast.
2. Achraf Hakimi – €65 million (Morocco)
Achraf Hakimi, aged 25, has shone brightly with Paris Saint-Germain and left a mark on the international stage by guiding Morocco to the semi-final stage of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Expectations are high for him to maintain this form during AFCON 2023 in Ivory Coast, spanning from January 13 to February 11, 2024.
3. Mohamed Salah – €65 million (Egypt)
Enjoying a stellar career with Liverpool, where he has achieved virtually everything in club football, 31-year-old Mohamed Salah sees AFCON 2023 as a crucial opportunity to help Egypt secure the tournament victory for the first time since 2010.