Super Eagles-eligible goalkeeper Noah Atubolu has reached a career high market value of €15 million approximately ₦25 billion, following a standout Bundesliga campaign with SC Freiburg. The 22 year old, born in Germany, has seen his stock rise sharply after consistently strong performances this season.
Atubolu’s valuation jumped from €10 million to €15 million after he set a club record for most consecutive minutes without conceding a goal 510 minutes surpassing a 22 year old record held by Freiburg legend Richard Golz.
The shot stopper has also saved four straight penalties this season, equalling a record previously set by former Arsenal and Germany keeper Bernd Leno. His stellar form has reportedly caught the attention of Premier League side Arsenal, who are considering him as a potential backup to David Raya.
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Since making his senior debut in the 2022/23 season, Atubolu has posted 26 clean sheets and conceded 106 goals in 72 appearances across all competitions. He is now Freiburg’s second most valuable player, trailing only Ritsu Doan, and ranks as the 35th most expensive goalkeeper in the world.
Editorial
Noah Atubolu’s meteoric rise is proof that hard work, composure, and opportunity can converge to create something remarkable. From Freiburg’s academy to Bundesliga record-breaker and now a potential Premier League move, the young goalkeeper is showing exactly why he’s one of Europe’s most promising talents between the sticks.
What’s even more fascinating especially from a Nigerian perspective is that he remains eligible to represent the Super Eagles. While Germany may seem the natural choice given his background, Nigeria must act quickly and strategically if they are to lure him into the fold. Players like Atubolu don’t come around often.
His shot-stopping ability, command of the box, and penalty-saving prowess reflect maturity beyond his years. The interest from Arsenal is no surprise they’ve always had an eye for intelligent, technically gifted keepers who fit into modern ball-playing systems. Atubolu ticks those boxes.
But beyond the stats, what stands out is the hunger. Goalkeepers often peak later in their careers, yet here is a 22 year old setting records and commanding attention from elite clubs. Nigeria has a proud history of producing top level goalkeepers Vincent Enyeama, Peter Rufai, and Emmanuel Okala to name a few. Atubolu could be the next in line, if only the stars align.
Whether he chooses Germany or Nigeria, what is clear is that the football world is finally paying attention and rightly so.
Did You Know?
- Noah Atubolu was Germany’s first-choice goalkeeper at the 2021 UEFA U21 European Championship.
- He joined SC Freiburg’s academy at the age of 10 and has risen through every level of the club’s system.
- His father is Nigerian, making him eligible to switch international allegiance to Nigeria despite youth caps for Germany.
- Freiburg’s Europa Park Stadion, where Atubolu set his clean sheet record, opened in 2021 and holds over 34,000 fans.
- Transfermarkt’s valuation model combines player performance, club status, contract duration, and market interest to determine worth.
