Good point. Its also worth noting that Mustafi cost £35 million in 2016 before the transfer prices went crazy in the summer transfer window this year. I dont see the prices going down this coming world cup year either.
One thing that makes a difference to a transfer price is how long the players current contract has left to run. Dunky recently signed a 4 year contract with us so the transfer fee should be a lot more than someone even if they are similar or better quality with one year or less left (see the...