When Real Madrid signed Zinedine Zidane for 47m in 2001, it was a world record transfer fee. Zidane was a legendary player, having already won the World Cup and Ballon d'Or.
Neymar's record-breaking shift to Paris Saint-Germain in 2017 for 222m marked a sharp escalation in football transfer fees, showcasing the sport's financial escalation over the years.
After leaving PSG for Al Hilal in 2023, Neymar's transfer fee was only 77m, highlighting how quickly valuations can change in football.
The sums being dished out today for football transfers are mind-boggling, leaving many to wonder how long it will be before another record is set.
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