Brighton player wage investment delivers the Premier League’s fourth best returnBrighton boasts impressive Premier League wage efficiency, ranking fourth by spending just £288,945 per point. A UKSoccerShop study analyzed 2024/25 wages and performance data (players earning £50,000+/week), revealing Brighton’s smart recruitment maximizes player value, outperforming higher-spending clubs like Liverpool and Aston Villa. Despite modest player performance scores, their cost-effectiveness highlights their strategic approach.