But how do Spireites compare in the National League. We’ve put together a list of the top 20 most valuable players in the National League – using the transfermarkt.co.uk website valuations – to see how many Chesterfield players make the cut, run in lowest to highest order.
5. Josh Barrett (Eastleigh)
Josh Barrett played 16 times for Bristol Rover last season before his move to Eastleigh. The attacking midfielder has played at various levels for the Republic of Ireland age teams and is valued at £270,000 Photo: Stuart MacFarlane
6. Christian Maghoma (Eastleigh)
Valued at £270,000, Christian Maghoma (24) came through the youth ranks and has yet to find a regular place at a club. He played four times for Gillingham before joining Eastleigh on loan. Photo: David Price
7. AJ Leitch-Smith (Altrincham)
Former Shrewsbury forward AJ Leitch-Smith has done the rounds in the lower leagues with Shrewsbury Town Port Vale, Morecambe and Yeovil. He is rated as £270,000. Photo: Matthew Ashton - AMA
8. Elisha Sam (Notts County)
Elisha Sam, pictured playing for FC Eindhoven, came through the lower leagues in Holland before finding his way to Meadow Lane. He is now valued at £270,000. Photo: Soccrates Images