THE most valuable centre-forwards under the age of 23 in the world have been revealed – with Newcastle flop Joelinton joining the likes of Kylian Mbappe and Marcus Rashford.

Yes, the Toon's £40million record signing is still considered one of the best for his age and position in the game.

But the 23-year-old's worth has dropped a staggering £13m from what Newcastle paid to £27m, according to respected website transfermarkt.co.uk, after scoring just TWO goals in 28 appearances this season.

It is Paris Saint-German striker and World Cup winner Mbappe who, unsurprisingly, comes out on top of their list of the most sought-after centre-forwards.

The 21-year-old has bagged 22 goals in 25 matches so far this season and has a market value of £180m – despite falling out with boss Thomas Tuchel.

Inter Milan's Argentine striker Lautaro Martinez, 22, from Argentina, has seen his worth rise a staggering £50m in just 12 months.

The fiery forward known as El Toro (The Bull) has scored 16 goals in 27 games in all competitions this campaign under new coach Antonio Conte.

And he has even earned praised from Juventus boss Maurizio Sarri, who labelled him a "great player" in the midst of an "incredible season".

Manchester United's Marcus Rashford could not claim to be enjoying quite so an incredible season.

The England frontman, 22, is currently out injured with a bad back but has retained a market value of £72m.

United and Chelsea target Timo Werner, 23, who has a brilliant 25 goals in 28 games so far this season has seen his worth rocket to £67.5m.

And he could be on his way to the Premier League in the summer after admitting he would consider leaving RB Leipzig for £68m.

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