Transfermarkt has placed Thép Xanh Nam Định among the top 10 Asian clubs by squad value in the AFC Champions League 2.
Thép Xanh Nam Định is making a significant mark by entering the top 10 highest-valued clubs in the 2025 AFC Champions League 2 season, according to Transfermarkt. With a total value of 9.21 million euros, Nam Định ranks ninth and stands shoulder to shoulder with Asian giants like Al-Nassr, Al-Wasl, Gamba Osaka, and Pohang Steelers.
This season, Nam Định boasts a strong squad featuring a large contingent of foreign players. They have nine international athletes on their roster, including five new signings. These additions not only diversify their playing style but also elevate the team’s overall value. Notably, goalkeeper Caique (valued at 800,000 euros), South African midfielder Njabulo Blom (950,000 euros), and especially striker Percy Tau, who previously played in the Premier League and is valued at 1 million euros.
Beyond their expensive foreign players, Nam Định possesses a balanced lineup that blends experienced domestic pillars with ambitious young talents eager to prove themselves. Coach Vũ Hồng Việt has shown determination to lead Nam Định as far as possible in the AFC Champions League 2.
However, Nam Định faces a tough path in this tournament. They are in Group F, alongside Gamba Osaka (Japan), Ratchaburi FC (Thailand), and Eastern FC (Hong Kong). This group is considered challenging, with Gamba Osaka being a top force in the J.League and Ratchaburi FC emerging as a strong contender in Thai football. Eastern FC may be less formidable but remains an unpredictable opponent.
To advance, Nam Định must stay focused, maximize the strength of their foreign players, and make the most of their home advantage. With their signature fighting spirit and passionate support from local fans, Nam Định has reason to believe in achieving something special at this year's AFC Champions League 2.