Aston Villa enjoyed a superb campaign in the season just gone, securing Champions League qualification with a fourth-place finish., but how did their squad value? Unai Emery made a number of key signings last summer, with significant cash spent, but squad value can also grow with good form from, something Villa managed plenty of during the 2023/24 season.
The premier League never stands still, though, and many of the top tier clubs saw the value of their respective squads increase, with others seeing decreases. Here we round up a Premier League table based on squad value increases and decreases since the start of the season. Take a look below to see where Villa rank.
1. Luton Town
Luton strengthened significantly from their Championship days and saw a squad value increase of £42.75m. | Getty Images
2. Brighton
Brighton took a step back this season, but their squad value still grew by £161.65m. | Getty Images
3. Crystal Palace
Palace' superb end to the season helped them raise their squad value by as much as £132.55m | AFP via Getty Images
4. Sheffield United
Sheffield United did not strengthen enough, but the value of their squad still rose by £31.5m. | Getty Images