CIES Football Observatory Annual Review 2014

The CIES Football Observatory Annual Review on the big-5 European leagues is an essential tool for all forward-thinking teams to benchmark themselves against rivals and implement the most suitable strategies for sustainable success. The analysis provided throughout the 96 pages of this landmark publication is also of great interest for professionals involved in the transfer market operations, media and the general public. The 2014 edition notably discloses the transfer market value of big-5 league footballers. It also comprises detailed analysis of pitch performance both at club and individual player level, as well as a thorough study of squad compositions in terms of planning, experience and recruitment policies.