James Sands
Mercato XI valuation · €31.3M · August 2026
Current Team
New York City
James Sands
Performance Summary
Season snapshot
Season Rating
Goals / 90
0.05
Assists / 90
0.00
Key Passes
10
Pass Acc.
75.5%
Dribble %
50%
Tackles
42
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Transfer History
Career moves for James Sands
About James Sands
James Sands is a 26-year-old American defensive midfield at New York City, where he wears the number 6 shirt. Standing at 186cm and right-footed, he plays in Bundesliga.
Across 24 appearances and 1,941 minutes in the 2025/26 season, James Sands has scored 1 goal and provided 0 assists — a rate of 0.05 goal contributions per 90 minutes.
As of August 2026, Mercato XI values James Sands at €31.3M, a figure that has remained broadly steady in recent months. Playing regularly in Bundesliga, a defined role at New York City, and being at a productive age for a midfielder all support a positive outlook on his value. Read the methodology to learn more about how we estimate player value.
Frequently asked questions
What position does James Sands play?+
James Sands plays as a defensive midfield for New York City, and is 26 years old.
How many goals has James Sands scored in the 2025/26 season?+
In the 2025/26 season, James Sands has scored 1 goal and provided 0 assists in 24 appearances in Bundesliga.
How is James Sands's 2026 market value calculated?+
Mercato XI estimates James Sands's market value with an AI model that weighs his on-pitch performance, age, and the strength of Bundesliga. The valuation is recalculated every month.