As much a part of the off-pitch uniform as a tracky top and Louis Vuitton holdall, watches and footballers have long been sartorial bedfellows.
From the unadulterated gaudiness of Paul Gascoigne-era gold pieces to the increasingly serious horological taste of the modern Premier League era, England’s finest have always understood that the wrist is as important as the boot.
As time ticks down to Saturday’s World Cup quarter-final against Norway, the England squad have been putting in the hours off the pitch too. Luxury watch valuation expert Arif Mughal from Luxe Watches has been keeping a close eye on the wristwear in the camp – and the fluctuating market prices – and has rounded up five of the most notable references he’s spotted.
Harry Kane
It’s only right that the skipper’s timepiece of choice matches the same, cool, composed, elite execution he brings to the pitch.
“Kane sports a Patek Philippe Nautilus Chronograph (ref. 5980/1R-001),” says Mughal. “The watch is crafted in an 18K rose gold case paired with a matching rose gold bracelet secured by a fold-over clasp, delivering a seamless and luxurious finish throughout. Its elegant black dial features gold-applied hour markers coated with luminescence, integrating a refined chronograph layout with 60-minute and 12-hour subdials that provide precise functionality without disrupting the clean symmetry.”
Current market value: £87,620
Jude Bellingham
As England’s generation-defining talent, Jude Bellingham pairs his explosive on-pitch dominance with an incredibly rare motorsport icon.
“Bellingham wears an off-catalogue Rolex Daytona (ref. 126525LN) Black Dial 100th Year Le Mans Chronograph,” notes Mughal. “It combines motorsport inspiration with refined craftsmanship, featuring a 40mm Oyster case in rose gold with polished and satin-brushed finishes. Complete with integrated crown guards, a solid caseback, and a screw-down crown and pushers, it provides water resistance up to 100 meters while ensuring reliable performance.”
Current market value: £182,895
Declan Rice
Midfield anchor Declan Rice anchors his luxury style with a performance-focused piece made from space-age materials.
“One of Rice’s favourite watches is the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph (ref. 26240CE), released to mark the 50th anniversary of the iconic collection,” Mughal explains. “Designed entirely in black ceramic, it features the Royal Oak’s signature octagonal bezel, integrated bracelet, and Grande Tapisserie dial pattern. The use of black ceramic gives the piece a lighter feel on the wrist while increasing scratch resistance, perfectly reinforcing a modern, performance-focused character.”
Current market value: £70,000
Jordan Pickford
England’s number one keeps things robust, classic, and unmistakably elite with a discontinued generation of the Daytona.
“Pickford wears a steel-and-gold Rolex Daytona (ref. 116523) from the early 2000s generation, powered by the in-house Calibre 4130 automatic movement,” says Mughal. “Housed in a 40mm Oyster case with screw-down chronograph pushers, it’s configured in Rolesor—combining stainless steel with 18K yellow gold elements, an engraved gold tachymeter bezel, and matching gold detailing across the Oyster bracelet links. It retains the Daytona’s signature tri-compax layout with subdials at 3, 6, and 9 o’clock.”
Current market value: £22,250
Thomas Tuchel
Bossing the tactical area, manager Thomas Tuchel mirrors his sharp, modern approach to the game with a contemporary luxury staple.
“Tuchel is usually seen wearing a Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph, a model closely associated with his time on the touchline,” Mughal adds. “The watch reflects an understated style, combining a clean and modern design with a lightweight case construction and integrated rubber strap for a sleek, practical feel. Featuring a polished bezel and applied hour markers, it perfectly balances luxury finishing with a contemporary sports-watch aesthetic.”
Current market value: £10,100