PSG's Matvey Safonov among the world's ten most expensive goalkeepers

PSG and Russia goalkeeper Matvey Safonov has been named the most valuable goalkeeper by Transfermarkt, with his market value rising to €30 million after winning Ligue 1 and the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League.

The Russian's previous transfer was valued at €22 million. Manchester City goalkeeper and Safonov's former rival at PSG, Gianluigi Donnarumma, continues to lead the rankings with a value of €45 million. The top five are goalkeepers Bart Verbruggen, Joan Garcia, Diogo Costa and Gregor Kobel (all €40 million).

Ranking of the most expensive goalkeepers in the world (Transfermarkt, June 1, 2026).

1. Gianluigi Donnarumma (Manchester City) — 45 million euros.

2.5. Bart Verbruggen (Brighton) – €40 million.

2-5. Joan Garcia (Barcelona) – 40 million euros.

2-5. Diogo Costa (Porto) – €40 million.

2-5. Gregor Kobel (Borussia Dortmund) – €40 million.

6-7. Mile Svilar (Roma) – €35 million.

6-7. David Raya ("Arsenal") – 35 million euros.

8-11: Robin Risser (Ospnyak) – 30 million euros.

8-11: Saint-Lamens (Manchester United) – 30 million euros.

8-11: Marco Carnesecchi (Atalanta) - 30 million euros.

8-11: Matvey Safonov (PSG) – 30 million euros.