RC Lens have pulled off one of the most remarkable transfer profits in recent history, turning a €100K investment into a €50M sale. Manchester City have completed the signing of talented defender Abdukodir Khusanov, marking a staggering rise in his market value.
Lens Signed Khusanov for Just €100K
In a deal that seemed modest at the time, RC Lens secured the services of Abdukodir Khusanov for just €100,000 a year and a half ago. The French club saw potential in the young defender and gave him the platform to develop.
Manchester City Seal €50M Transfer
Fast forward to 2025, and Manchester City have now signed Khusanov in a deal worth €50M, showcasing his rapid rise in European football. The Premier League champions clearly see him as a valuable asset for the future, leading to one of the biggest profit margins in recent transfer history.
RC Lens’ scouting and development strategy have paid off spectacularly, turning a low-cost signing into a multi-million euro deal. Khusanov now moves to Manchester City with high expectations, while Lens celebrate an incredible piece of business.