No Palmer or Dembele: PSG vs Chelsea most expensive XI based on transfer fees

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Ahead of the first leg of the Champions League last 16 tie between PSG and Chelsea, a combined XI of the most expensive players from both clubs based on their transfer fees has been compiled. The total cost of the team is €824 million, with six PSG stars and five Chelsea players represented. Enzo Fernández is Chelsea's most expensive signing at €121 million, while PSG hold the world record for Neymar at €222 million.

Why it matters

The PSG vs Chelsea matchup is one of the most anticipated ties in the Champions League last 16, with both clubs having won European trophies in recent seasons. Analyzing the most expensive combined XI between the two teams provides insight into the level of talent and financial investment involved in this high-profile clash.

The details

The most expensive XI features a 4-3-3 formation, with Enzo Fernández, Moisés Caicedo, and João Neves in midfield. The front three consists of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Gonçalo Ramos, and Pedro Neto, while the defense is split evenly between Chelsea and PSG players, with Marc Cucurella, Wesley Fofana, Achraf Hakimi, and Ilya Zabarnyi. Lucas Chevalier is the goalkeeper.

• The Champions League last 16 draw took place recently.
• The first leg of the PSG vs Chelsea tie is scheduled for tonight.