Top 5 European academies that have produced the most players - is Real Madrid or Barcelona no.1?

Top academies that have produced the most players in Europe

Here is the list of clubs that have produced the most players currently playing in Europe's top five leagues.

Academy products in Europe's Top 5 leagues

However, when we look outside the top five leagues in Europe, it is Eredivisie side Ajax that have produced the most players playing in top flight leagues spread across the continent.

A number of Serbian and Ukrainian clubs have also produced players that have been signed by clubs around Europe.

Real Madrid are only fourth on this list while Barcelona are outside the top 10 (in 11th place). The best Premier League side is Arsenal (16th) with 41 academy products in Europe's top divisions.

Academy products in Europe's Top 31 leagues