Clayton

In January 2026, reports claimed Rio Ave's asking price for the player is €20 million, with his Transfermarkt value listed at €8 million. This followed December 2025 reports where Rio Ave's valuation was cited as around €15 million, while his Transfermarkt value was €6 million. The player completed a permanent transfer from Vasco da Gama to Rio Ave in July 2025 for a fee of €3 million. Earlier, in March 2024, Vasco da Gama had reportedly paid Casa Pia approximately €3.5 million for 70% of the player's rights.

Our valuation for Clayton Fernandes Silva is primarily driven by consistent reports of Rio Ave's asking price, which has risen from €15 million to €20 million between December 2025 and January 2026. This steep valuation is supported by his excellent performance as the top scorer in the Portuguese league and reported interest from multiple clubs, including West Ham and Olympiacos. The valuation represents a significant appreciation from the €3 million fee Rio Ave paid for him in July 2025.