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Cloudbet’s Top 5 Most Valuable Players in the Premier League

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Odds analysts from the pioneering crypto sportsbook have run the algorithms on players’ comparative significance to each top-flight team with some surprising results

The Ballon D’Or might be binned and the Footballer of the Year prizes a shutout by the top teams, but who really was the most valuable player in the league this season?

Analysts from leading crypto sportsbook and casino Cloudbet have tracked the season trends to bring you the definitive list. Whose appearance – or omission – causes the betting markets to move the most. Quite simply, who is irreplaceable?

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Here’s the Top Five. And it’s probably not who you think.

The top five most valuable players to their own teams in Premier League:

  1. Allison
  2. Allan Saint-Maximin
  3. Jack Grealish
  4. Bruno Fernandes
  5. Wilfried Zaha

 

  1. Allison – Liverpool

The players most valuable to their team are not necessarily the best players in the league, but Liverpool’s goalkeeper could make a case to be on both lists. Yet his position at number one here is due as much to who Liverpool have to replace him as to his own talents.

Allison is ranked no 1 in Premier League shot stoppers (84%), while Adrian languishes in 22nd place (62%). When Allison is replaced by Adrian confidence in the betting markets tumbles, a lack of confidence seemingly shared by manager Jurgen Klopp’s determination that the club sign at least a mildly competent reserve goalkeeper for the next season.

e.g. Allison’s appearance on a team sheet drops Liverpool’s odds by 15% – no mean feat at the Champion’s already short odds.

 

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  1. Allan Saint-Maximin – Newcastle United

This is NUFC’s PL record this season when Allan has played

Played 19 Won 10 Drawn 4 Lost 5 – Points 34

Goals For 25 Goals Against 20

This is NUFC’s PL record this season when he hasn’t

Played 14 Won 1 Drawn 5 Lost 8 – Points 8

Goals For 9 Goals Against 26

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Newcastle’s per game rate when Saint-Maximin has started this season (1.89) would earn 72 points over a 38-game season – all but guaranteeing a spot in the Champions League. On the flip side, an average points per game rate of just 0.73 when the winger does NOT start means the Toon would be left on 28 points over a 38-game season and relegated. A top-six club player in a bottom-three standard outfit. The Magpies could’ve gone down but for the Frenchman.

 

  1. Jack Grealish – Aston Villa

Grealish broke the record this year for being the most fouled player in one Premier League season, with an incredible nine games to go. Premier League players are obviously pretty aware of this list already.

The Brummie has played in all but two Premier League games this season and played a central part in Villa’s own rendition of the Great Escape. As an eloquent case in point, ahead of the match against Liverpool in November for which Grealish was injured, Villa’s odds lengthened by +15%, highlighting his impact as the club talisman.

 

  1. Bruno Fernandes – Manchester United

The Portuguese midfielder may have only played half a season for United, but he improved the Red Devils’ in the betting markets by an average of 12% since. One look at the markets proves the Bruno Factor. Early in February when United played Chelsea, there was zero difference in how the teams were perceived compared to the first game of the season.

By the time Man Utd played Brighton this month the change compared to the teams’ first meeting back in November suggested Fernandes was worth an extra 0.7xG per game to United.

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  1. Wifried Zaha – Crystal Palace

Zaha’s effect on Crystal Palace is reflected by a 10% odds shift when he’s absent. The last Premier League game Zaha didn’t start for Crystal Palace was the first game of the season at home to Everton. Palace were clear favourites to win the match before the game, but with Zaha only on the bench, Everton’s odds tumbled.

And more recently, with Zaha subbed off after 15 minutes in the Liverpool game in June, Palace’s win odds instantly lengthened. Quite simply, punters only have confidence in Palace when Zaha’s on the pitch – despite his woeful form, only having one goal and one assist in his last 20 games.

Harry Kane is next at number six, but just misses out on the top five thanks to the scoring form over the last two seasons of his regular replacement, Tottenham Hotspur’s newly-crowned player of the season, Son Heung-Min.

As for, in gambling terms, the most valuable player in Premier League history? That honour goes to Gareth Bale, in his last season at Tottenham. The Asian betting markets moved at least 25% against Spurs in every match Bale didn’t play. This equates to e.g. 4/5 moving to 11/8 or 1.80 to 2.40.

Now that’s a bias that’s not been seen before or since.

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A Cloudbet spokesman commented:

“While all fans recognise Raheem Sterling as a premium footballer, his participation for Manchester City either way doesn’t change the odds significantly when his replacement is Bernardo Silva or Riyad Mahrez. These five, on the other hand, highlight just how valuable a single player can be to their team.”

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Riddick’s Partners Announced as Main Sponsor of LEGENDS by Fire & Ice

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Riddick’s Partners Backs LEGENDS’ Exclusive Takeover of London’s Most Iconic Nightclub, The BOX, on July 1st

The organizers of LEGENDS by Fire & Ice are thrilled to announce Riddick’s Partners as the Main Sponsor of this year’s exclusive iGaming networking event, taking place at London’s most iconic nightlife destination, The BOX Soho, on Tuesday, July 1st.

This partnership brings together two legends of the iGaming industry for an unforgettable night of elite networking, unique entertainment, and high-energy celebration ahead of iGB L!VE 2025. With over 200 iGaming legends and veterans already confirmed on the guest list, LEGENDS by Fire & Ice promises to be the must-attend event of London iGaming Week.

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Riddick’s Partners, known for their cutting-edge solutions and influential presence in the gaming sector, will host premium tables right in front of the stage, offering attendees the chance to connect with their team, explore high-value opportunities and have a drink!

“We supported LEGENDS by Fire & Ice because we share the values of a community built on real results and strong partnerships. At Riddick’s Partners, we focus on traffic that drives product growth and connections that truly work.” – Misha, Head of Affiliates at Riddick’s Partners.

“Riddick’s reputation for excellence and innovation mirrors everything we stand for—uniting the industry’s best in an unforgettable experience. We can’t wait to see the connections (and legendary moments!) that unfold during the evening. Welcome to the LEGENDS family!” – Jodie Thind, Co-Organizer

A limited number of private tables are still available for legendary brands looking to host clients or teams.

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iGB L!VE on course for record breaking attendance as delegates head for London

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iGaming industry professionals are registering for iGB L!VE in unprecedented numbers according to the latest data released by show organisers Clarion Gaming.  A week ahead of iGB L!VE opening at its new ExCeL London home pre-registration is up by 21.5% compared to the same stage in 2024 – the last edition of iGB L!VE to be held in Amsterdam.

The double digit uplift confirms iGB L!VE’s status as the most popular and valuable showcase for the international iGaming industry with unique attendance on track to grow for a fourth consecutive year.

As well as providing attendees with access to over 22,000sqm of product innovation, iGB L!VE will include the TED of iGaming comprising 30 inspiring sessions and a keynote delivered by Claire Williams OBE, the former leader of the Williams Formula 1 racing team, Pitch iGB featuring five leading startups seeking investment and strategic partnerships, the ground-breaking Sustainable Gambling Zone which will showcase the latest thinking on player protection, as well as London iGaming Week which comprises a program of immersive curated events, seminars and parties taking place at iconic London venues.

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Running 1 – 4 July London iGaming Week features social events such as the Cool Britannia themed iGB Affiliate Awards hosted by the broadcaster and musician Myleene Klass MBE, the EGR B2B Awards, Welcome Drinks in Canary Wharf, the Legends by Fire and ICE celebration, the first London LMG Futbol Experience a live-streamed 6-a-side football tournament taking place Friday 4th July and a partnership with the Hippodrome Casino which will see iGB L!VE delegates and exhibitors receive a complementary drink on presentation of their iGB L!VE pass and a 25% discount at the Hippodrome’s award winning Heliot Steak House and Chop Chop restaurants.

The program also includes unique opportunities to network and learn at events including the iGB Start-Up Accelerator, the Affiliate and Operator Mixer and Technology in Gaming and the inaugural conference for senior technology professionals sponsored by Pretty Technical and taking place on Tuesday 1 July.

Connecting igaming operators, affiliates, tech vendors and game providers,  iGB L!VE will welcome an international community of iGaming and affiliate pioneers helping businesses throughout the ecosystem to navigate the iGaming landscape, provide networking opportunities, showcase cutting-edge innovations and share crucial market knowledge.

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A flexible feature designed to improve player retention

DATA.BET, the sportsbook solution supplier, has introduced Bet Builder functionality as part of its sports betting offering. Starting with football, basketball, and hockey, the feature is already available and integrated by the company’s first partners.

Bet Builder allows players to combine multiple outcomes into a single bet, enhancing engagement and personalization. For football, it also supports Player Props markets — such as individual player actions — that can be mixed with standard or other personalized selections. The same functionality will soon be available for basketball, followed by broader availability across other major sports disciplines.

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This rollout continues a stream of updates to DATA.BET’s sportsbook offering which already includes full sports, esports, and virtual sports coverage, automated settlements, 24/7 trading, and seamless integration options.

Launched in early June, DATA.BET’s sports betting solution stands out with access to 50,000+ monthly events, coverage of over 63 pre-match and 38 live sports, and more than 1,000 betting markets. Enhanced by features such as Cashout, Video Streaming, and interactive Widgets, the release significantly strengthens the overall sportsbook experience and further boosts the offering.

“Bet Builder elevates the player experience by introducing more personalized and creative ways to engage with the betting process,” said Rostyslav Likhtin, Head of Product at DATA.BET. “As an addition to our recently released sports betting solution, it delivers extra value to operators and is already being tested with positive client feedback.”

DATA.BET representatives will be attending iGB L!VE in London on July 2–3 to present the company’s expanded sportsbook offerings.

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