Premier League footballers are among the highest-paid athletes in world sport, but some stars are still considered underpaid when their salaries are measured against their performances and market value.

Using reported wage figures from Capology, a list of the 11 most underpaid players in the Premier League has been compiled, highlighting several standout performers who are earning significantly less than many of their peers.

Brighton goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen heads the list of undervalued stars. The Netherlands international reportedly earns £35,000 per week despite establishing himself as one of the league’s most reliable goalkeepers and attracting interest from several Champions League clubs.

Tottenham defender Djed Spence also features after reportedly earning £40,000 per week. The versatile full-back has enjoyed an impressive rise and continues to be linked with a potential move abroad.

Brentford dominate the list with three representatives. Centre-backs Sepp van den Berg (£20,000) and Nathan Collins (£30,000) have become key figures in the club’s defence, while winger Kevin Schade, who reportedly earns just £10,000 per week, is the lowest-paid player on the list despite his consistent goal contributions.

Manchester City’s Nico O’Reilly is included after a breakthrough campaign in which he established himself as one of the Premier League’s brightest young talents. The 21-year-old is reportedly on £30,000 per week, although many expect that figure to rise when he signs a new contract.

Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba is another surprise inclusion. Widely regarded as one of the division’s top defensive midfielders, the Cameroon international reportedly earns just £12,500 per week. Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton also makes the XI, with his reported £35,000 weekly salary looking modest given his growing reputation.

Everton forward Iliman Ndiaye earns an estimated £45,000 per week and remains one of the Toffees’ most influential attacking players, while Bournemouth teenager Eli Junior Kroupi (£20,000) and Sunderland striker Wilson Isidor (£25,000) complete the line-up after breakthrough campaigns that have attracted widespread attention.

Full list of the 11 most underpaid EPL players as reported by Planet Football on Thursday

Bart Verbruggen (Brighton) – £35,000 per week

Djed Spence (Tottenham Hotspur) – £40,000 per week

Sepp van den Berg (Brentford) – £20,000 per week

Nathan Collins (Brentford) – £30,000 per week

Nico O’Reilly (Manchester City) – £30,000 per week

Carlos Baleba (Brighton) – £12,500 per week

Adam Wharton (Crystal Palace) – £35,000 per week

Kevin Schade (Brentford) – £10,000 per week

Iliman Ndiaye (Everton) – £45,000 per week

Eli Junior Kroupi (Bournemouth) – £20,000 per week

Wilson Isidor (Sunderland) – £25,000 per week

Despite earning salaries that most people can only dream of, these players are viewed as among the Premier League’s biggest bargains, with their performances and transfer value far exceeding their reported weekly wages.