Right-backs aren’t just defenders anymore. These days, they’re everywhere — slipping into midfield, starting attacks, shutting things down at the back. If you want to play modern football, you need a right-back who can do just about everything. With that in mind, here’s a look at the top 10 most valuable Premier League right-backs for 2025, based on the latest figures from Transfermarkt.
1. Jurrien Timber — £53M (Arsenal)
Timber sits at the top for good reason. He’s exactly what coaches dream about: a defender who can play anywhere across the back or even step up into midfield.
Arsenal rely on him to keep things ticking, whether he’s carrying the ball forward or reading danger before it happens. He’s calm under pressure, rarely loses the ball, and just seems to see things others miss. That’s why he’s valued at £53 million — nobody else at his position in the league comes close.
2. Jeremie Frimpong — £39.6M (Liverpool)
Frimpong hit the ground running at Liverpool. He’s quick, fearless, and always looking to get forward. Honestly, he plays more like a winger sometimes, darting into the box and creating chances out of nothing. Defenders hate dealing with him, and it shows in his price tag. Nearly £40 million feels about right for a player who changes the way Liverpool attack.
3. Tino Livramento — £35.3M (Newcastle United)
Livramento just keeps getting better. He’s tough one-on-one, covers ground like few others, and glides past challenges when he drives upfield. Newcastle fans love his energy, and with his age and potential, he’s absolutely one to watch. No surprise he’s up there among the league’s most valuable full-backs.
4. Rico Lewis — £35.3M (Manchester City)
Rico Lewis is a manager’s dream for Pep Guardiola. He’s young, but you wouldn’t know it from the way he plays. Lewis can step into midfield, help City control the ball, and still get back to defend when needed. He’s clever, adaptable, and never seems fazed by the big stage. That’s a rare mix — and it’s why his value sits right alongside Livramento’s.
5. Pedro Porro — £35.3M (Tottenham Hotspur)
Porro is all about attacking. Spurs rely on him to whip in crosses, take set pieces, and create chances. He’s become a real weapon for Postecoglou’s side, and he’s tightened things up defensively too. Porro’s influence is obvious every time Tottenham go forward, and £35.3 million feels like a fair reflection of what he brings.
6. Ben White — £33.6M (Arsenal)
Ben White just does his job — and then some. He’s smart, rarely caught out, and comfortable wherever Arsenal need him: overlapping, tucking inside, or dropping into a back three. He’s not flashy, but his consistency and tactical sense keep him right among the league’s best.
7. Reece James — £30.9M (Chelsea)
Injuries have slowed James down, but when he’s fit, there aren’t many better. He’s strong, delivers a perfect cross, and leads by example. Chelsea count on him whenever he’s available. His value’s dipped a bit, more because of time on the sidelines than any drop in talent.
8. Malo Gusto — £30.9M (Chelsea)
Gusto’s one of the brightest young faces at Chelsea. He’s fast, direct, and isn’t afraid to take defenders on. Pairing him with James gives Chelsea incredible depth on the right. His price tag has climbed fast — and don’t be surprised if it keeps going up.
9. Matheus Nunes — £30.9M (man city)
10. Conor Bradley — £26.5M (Liverpool)
Bradley’s story is all about hard work and steady growth. He’s made himself a key part of Liverpool’s rotation with his maturity and relentless running. Lately, his attacking play has taken a big leap. That £26.5 million value says a lot about how quickly he’s become one to watch.
