We have looked at every squad’s market value on Transfermarkt to see where every side would finish based on what their squad is worth before comparing that to their current position.
Brighton and Hove Albion are the biggest overachievers so far, with their squad rated as the 18th-most valuable in the division but the Seagulls are currently above Liverpool having enjoyed a fine start to the campaign.
The Reds are among those underachieving, with their squad rated as the second most expensive in the Premier League.
Below we have placed each team in order of their squad value and see how that compares to their current position.
The brackets indicate if a team is over or underperforming in terms of their market value. Take a look…
17. Crystal Palace (actual position - 10th)
The Eagles squad is valued at £252.63m but Patrick Viera has guided them into the top 10 after 10 games. Photo: Julian Finney
18. Brighton & Hove Albion (actual position - 7th)
The Seagulls squad is valued at £250.74m, putting them in the bottom three in the division in terms of market value. They are the biggest overperformers, sitting seventh. Photo: Bryn Lennon
19. Fulham (actual position - 12th)
Fulham are another club achieving beyond their means with Marco Silva's men sitting 12th despite the second-lowest market value in the division at £209.07m. Photo: Clive Rose
20. AFC Bournemouth (actual position - 11th)
Bournemouth have the only Premier League squad valued below £200m at £158.31m. They are currently 11th after a fine start. Photo: Clive Rose