Celtic star receives a massive €30 million transfer valuation.

Celtic have received another indication of the strength and potential value within their current squad, with four of their players featuring among the six highest-valued footballers in Scotland according to the latest estimates from the CIES Football Observatory.

Benjamin Nygren leads the Scottish rankings after being assigned an estimated transfer value of €30.2 million. The figure represents a remarkable increase compared with the fee Celtic reportedly paid to bring the Swedish midfielder to Glasgow from FC Nordsjaelland just over a year ago.

Nygren’s valuation places him at the top of the entire Scottish list, ahead of a number of highly regarded players from both Celtic and Rangers.

The midfielder is joined near the summit by fellow Celtic player Kasper Høgh, who has been given an estimated value of €28.9m. Yang Hyun-jun follows in third position with a valuation of €20.1m.

13th September 2026; Ibrox Stadium, Glasgow, Scotland; Scottish League Cup Football, Rangers versus Celtic; Benjamin Nygren of Celtic and Sebastian Tounekti of Celtic

Rangers have two representatives in the next two places, with Nicolas Raskin and Youssef Chermiti occupying fourth and fifth respectively.

Celtic’s Camilo Duran then completes the top six, meaning four of the six players identified by the CIES model are currently members of the Scottish champions’ squad.

Nygren At The Top

Nygren’s position is arguably the most striking aspect of the latest figures.

When Celtic signed the Swedish midfielder from FC Nordsjaelland, the reported fee was around £1.3m. In the space of little more than a year, the CIES model now estimates his value at €30.2m.

That represents a substantial increase and underlines the progress Nygren has made since arriving in Glasgow.

The midfielder enjoyed an impressive first season with Celtic and was recognised by the club’s supporters as their Player of the Year. His performances also attracted attention during the summer transfer window, particularly as there was significant activity surrounding Celtic’s midfield.

Despite the speculation, Nygren remained at Parkhead and has now been placed at the very top of the CIES rankings for Scottish football.

His valuation means he sits ahead of every other player currently assessed by the model in Scotland.

Høgh Close Behind

Kasper Høgh is another Celtic player enjoying a significant valuation under the latest CIES estimates.

The striker has been placed second in Scotland at €28.9m, leaving him just €1.3m behind Nygren.

His inclusion so high on the list adds further weight to the perception that Celtic possess several players whose market potential has increased significantly.

Yang Hyun-jun completes Celtic’s representation in the top three. The South Korean winger has been assigned a €20.1m valuation, putting him ahead of the two Rangers players who follow.

The presence of three Celtic players inside the top three is particularly notable because the rankings are based on statistical calculations rather than simply reflecting reputation or transfer rumours.

Celtic’s Camilo Duran (centre) celebrates scoring their side’s third goal of the game with team-mate Benjamin Nygren (right) as LASK’s George Bello (left) looks dejected during the UEFA Champions League play-off first leg match at Celtic Park, Glasgow. Picture date: Wednesday August 19, 2026.

Rangers Duo Included

Rangers still have two players among the five highest-valued footballers in Scotland.

Nicolas Raskin is ranked fourth, while Youssef Chermiti occupies fifth position. Their inclusion ensures that Celtic do not completely dominate the leading positions despite having four players inside the overall top six.

Camilo Duran is the fourth Celtic player to feature, coming in at sixth place.

That means Celtic account for two-thirds of the players included in the top six of the latest CIES Scottish rankings.

For a club whose recruitment strategy has frequently focused on developing players and increasing their value, the figures provide an interesting snapshot of the potential contained within the current squad.

What The €30.2m Figure Means

However, there is an important distinction that needs to be made regarding the figures.

The €30.2m valuation attached to Nygren should not automatically be interpreted as the amount Celtic could demand if another club attempted to sign him.

CIES valuations are generated through statistical analysis and are designed to estimate a player’s transfer value based on a range of factors.

Consequently, the number is an algorithm-based assessment rather than an official Celtic asking price.

It also does not mean that another club would necessarily be prepared to pay €30.2m for Nygren.

Actual transfer fees can be influenced by numerous factors, including contract length, the selling club’s willingness to negotiate, the player’s personal preferences, market demand and the financial strength of interested clubs.

Therefore, the latest CIES estimate should be viewed as an indication of Nygren’s perceived market value rather than a guaranteed future transfer fee.

Celtic’s Growing Player Values

Even with that caveat, Celtic’s representation across the rankings remains significant.

Nygren’s valuation is particularly noteworthy because of the relatively small investment required to sign him. If his estimated value continues to rise, the midfielder could become an example of Celtic’s ability to identify players at an earlier stage of their development and potentially increase their value after bringing them to Scotland.

Høgh, Yang and Duran further strengthen that picture.

Having four of Scotland’s six highest-valued players according to the latest CIES model suggests that Celtic currently possess considerable individual value throughout their squad.

Nygren remains the standout name, with his €30.2m estimate placing him narrowly ahead of Høgh and at the summit of the Scottish rankings.

For Celtic, the figures provide another interesting measure of how their recruitment and player development are being assessed externally.

While the valuations cannot be treated as guaranteed transfer fees, having four players inside the top six highlights the financial potential that may exist within the squad.

Nygren’s rise from a reported £1.3m signing to a CIES valuation of €30.2m is particularly eye-catching and demonstrates just how dramatically a player’s estimated value can change after establishing himself at a major club.

With Celtic continuing to develop their squad and compete domestically and in Europe, the latest CIES rankings offer an intriguing snapshot of the players currently attracting the highest statistical valuations in Scottish football.