Mamelodi Sundowns have firmly established themselves as the most dominant team in the DStv Premiership, having won the last five consecutive titles and claiming the CAF Champions League in 2016.
This success has been reflected in the market value of their squad, which stands at €25.5m (±R476m), the highest in the league.
This is a stark contrast to the values of their rivals Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates. According to Transfermarkt, Chiefs have a market value of €12.7m (±R237m), while Pirates’ squad is valued at €16.7m (±R311m).
Sundowns’ most valuable player is Peter Shalulile, who is valued at €2m (±R37m). Chiefs’ most valuable player is Keagan Dolly, valued at €1.3m (±R24m), while Pirates’ most valuable asset is Deon Hotto, valued at €1m (±R18m).
The market values of the three teams reflect the recent shift in power in South African football, with Sundowns firmly establishing themselves as the country’s most successful club.
