Best Attacking Midfielders in the World (Apr 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: World Attacking Midfielders 2024-25
Our database tracked 998 World Attacking Midfielders in the 2024-25 season, representing 681 clubs with a combined market value of €3.6B. The average market value for World Attacking Midfielders was €3.6M, with the average age at 27.1 years old.
The most valuable attacking midfielder in the World was Jamal Musiala, worth €140.0M and played for Bayern Munich at 23 years old. The top 5 Attacking Midfielders averaged €125.0M in market value, including Dominik Szoboszlai and Martin Ødegaard.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked attacking midfielder was Kendry Páez (18 years, RC Strasbourg Alsace, €10.0M), while the oldest was Dimitri Payet (39 years, Without Club, €750K). Research shows Attacking Midfielders typically peak at age 26.
Historical analysis showed 402 Attacking Midfielders (40%) increased in market value over the following 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, then-current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The World market for Attacking Midfielders remained highly competitive with significant transfer activity in the 2024-25 season.
💡 Use the search bar below to find specific players, or apply filters to narrow results by club, age range, or market value. Click the chart icon next to any player to view their historical value trajectory and forecast.
Explore Market Size by Position in World
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all World Attacking Midfielders. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 681 clubs with €3.6B combined value.
Age Distribution: World Attacking Midfielders
The World CAM market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 30+ bracket (302 players, 30% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €1.3B, averaging €7.1M per player.
Top Attacking Midfielders by Age Bracket
U21 Years (57 players)
21-23 Years (190 players)
24-26 Years (226 players)
27-29 Years (223 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 100 Attacking Midfielders (10% of players) control €2.5B
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with elite (€50m+) tier representing 1% of the World CAM pool.
Elite (€50M+)
Premium (€30-50M)
High (€15-30M)
Club Distribution: World Attacking Midfielders
Among 681 World clubs, Real Madrid leads with 2 Attacking Midfielders worth €240.0M (averaging €120.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 2% of tracked Attacking Midfielders.
Real Madrid (2 Attacking Midfielders)
Liverpool FC (2 Attacking Midfielders)
Bayern Munich (1 Attacking Midfielders)
Arsenal FC (2 Attacking Midfielders)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Jamal Musiala
Bayern Munich • 23 years old
€121.1M
€140.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €156.0M
95.5
Dominik Szoboszlai
Liverpool FC • 25 years old
€69.2M
€80.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €81.4M
95.5
Martin Ødegaard
Arsenal FC • 27 years old
€89.8M
€85.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €77.0M
94.7
Jude Bellingham
Real Madrid • 22 years old
€155.7M
€180.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €198.3M
94.4
Florian Wirtz
Liverpool FC • 22 years old
€121.1M
€140.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €154.2M
94.4
Xavi Simons
Tottenham Hotspur • 22 years old
€60.5M
€70.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €77.1M
94.2
Arda Güler
Real Madrid • 21 years old
€51.9M
€60.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €68.8M
90.3
Nico Paz
Como 1907 • 21 years old
€47.6M
€55.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €63.1M
86.1
Ethan Nwaneri
Arsenal FC • 19 years old
€47.6M
€55.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €68.2M
85.9
Dani Olmo
FC Barcelona • 27 years old
€63.4M
€60.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €54.4M
85.3
Oihan Sancet
Athletic Bilbao • 25 years old
€51.9M
€60.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €61.0M
84.4
Bruno Fernandes
Manchester United • 31 years old
€64.6M
€50.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €42.9M
84.1
Morgan Rogers
Aston Villa • 23 years old
€47.6M
€55.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €61.3M
83.8
Morgan Gibbs-White
Nottingham Forest • 26 years old
€43.2M
€50.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €53.6M
73.8
James Maddison
Tottenham Hotspur • 29 years old
€54.2M
€42.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €36.0M
72.7
Enzo Millot
Al-Ahli SFC • 23 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €39.0M
64.0
Charles De Ketelaere
Atalanta BC • 25 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €35.6M
61.9
Georgiy Sudakov
SL Benfica • 23 years old
€27.7M
€32.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €35.7M
61.1
Justin Kluivert
AFC Bournemouth • 26 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €37.5M
60.8
Harvey Elliott
Aston Villa • 23 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €33.4M
56.5
Scout Tools
Advanced analytics for scouting and recruitment decisions. Each tool provides unique insights into player value, potential, and market dynamics.
Pre-Peak Value Efficiency (PPVE)
Identifies pre-peak players offering exceptional value relative to their age bracket. Higher PPVE = better value.
Understanding Pre-Peak Value Efficiency (PPVE)
Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham at 22 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 180.00×. That means Jude Bellingham is valued 180.00× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Bayern Munich's Jamal Musiala, who is 23 years old, with a 140.00× PPVE. Third is Florian Wirtz of Liverpool FC, who is 22 years old with a 140.00× PPVE.
How PPVE is calculated: PPVE compares a player's current market value to the median value of all players in their age bracket. A PPVE of 180.00× means the player is worth 17900% more than typical players their age—making them high-value targets before they reach peak value.
PPVE by Age Bracket
| Rank | Player | Age | Bracket | Current Value | Bracket Median | PPVE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jude Bellingham Real Madrid | 22 | 21-23 | €180.0M | €1.0M | 180.00× |
| #2 | Jamal Musiala Bayern Munich | 23 | 21-23 | €140.0M | €1.0M | 140.00× |
| #3 | Florian Wirtz Liverpool FC | 22 | 21-23 | €140.0M | €1.0M | 140.00× |
| #4 | Dominik Szoboszlai Liverpool FC | 25 | 24-26 | €80.0M | €700K | 114.29× |
| #5 | Oihan Sancet Athletic Bilbao | 25 | 24-26 | €60.0M | €700K | 85.71× |
| #6 | Ethan Nwaneri Arsenal FC | 19 | U21 | €55.0M | €700K | 78.57× |
| #7 | Xavi Simons Tottenham Hotspur | 22 | 21-23 | €70.0M | €1.0M | 70.00× |
| #8 | Arda Güler Real Madrid | 21 | 21-23 | €60.0M | €1.0M | 60.00× |
| #9 | Morgan Rogers Aston Villa | 23 | 21-23 | €55.0M | €1.0M | 55.00× |
| #10 | Nico Paz Como 1907 | 21 | 21-23 | €55.0M | €1.0M | 55.00× |
| #11 | Charles De Ketelaere Atalanta BC | 25 | 24-26 | €35.0M | €700K | 50.00× |
| #12 | Emile Smith Rowe Fulham FC | 25 | 24-26 | €30.0M | €700K | 42.86× |
| #13 | Mikkel Damsgaard Brentford FC | 25 | 24-26 | €28.0M | €700K | 40.00× |
| #14 | Eduard Spertsyan FC Krasnodar | 25 | 24-26 | €25.0M | €700K | 35.71× |
| #15 | Enzo Millot Al-Ahli SFC | 23 | 21-23 | €35.0M | €1.0M | 35.00× |
| #16 | Aleksey Batrakov Lokomotiv Moscow | 20 | U21 | €23.0M | €700K | 32.86× |
| #17 | Georgiy Sudakov SL Benfica | 23 | 21-23 | €32.0M | €1.0M | 32.00× |
| #18 | Harvey Elliott Aston Villa | 23 | 21-23 | €30.0M | €1.0M | 30.00× |
| #19 | Angel Gomes Olympique Marseille | 25 | 24-26 | €20.0M | €700K | 28.57× |
| #20 | Bilal El Khannouss VfB Stuttgart | 21 | 21-23 | €28.0M | €1.0M | 28.00× |
Return-to-Peak Potential (RPP)
Recovery potential from current value to forecasted peak. Shows how much upside remains for players approaching their prime.
Understanding Return-to-Peak Potential (RPP)
RB Leipzig U19's Viggo Gebel at 18 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +44%. That means Viggo Gebel is projected to appreciate 44% as they reach their peak age in 8 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is NK Maribor's David Pejičić, who is 18 years old, with a +44% RPP (8 years to peak). Third is Kendry Páez of RC Strasbourg Alsace, who is 18 years old with a +44% RPP (8 years to peak).
How RPP is calculated: RPP compares a player's current market value to their forecasted peak value, calculating the percentage appreciation potential. A 44% RPP means the player is expected to gain 44% value as they enter their prime—making them excellent growth investments.
Recovery Potential by Player
| Rank | Player | Age | Years to Peak | Current | Peak Forecast | RPP % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Viggo Gebel RB Leipzig U19 | 18 | 8 | €350K | €625K | +44% |
| #2 | David Pejičić NK Maribor | 18 | 8 | €1.0M | €1.8M | +44% |
| #3 | Kendry Páez RC Strasbourg Alsace | 18 | 8 | €10.0M | €17.9M | +44% |
| #4 | Patrice Covic SV Werder Bremen | 18 | 8 | €2.5M | €4.5M | +44% |
| #5 | Fletcher Boyd Aston Villa U21 | 18 | 8 | €300K | €536K | +44% |
| #6 | Lorran Pisa Sporting Club | 19 | 7 | €9.0M | €15.0M | +40% |
| #7 | Santiago Segovia CA Rosario Central | 19 | 7 | €250K | €415K | +40% |
| #8 | Isaque Shakhtar Donetsk | 19 | 7 | €7.0M | €11.6M | +40% |
| #9 | Yago Noal SC Internacional U20 | 19 | 7 | €500K | €831K | +40% |
| #10 | Álvaro Montoro Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas | 19 | 7 | €8.0M | €13.3M | +40% |
| #11 | Jandry Gómez Barcelona SC Guayaquil | 19 | 7 | €300K | €499K | +40% |
| #12 | Farouck Adekami Royal Antwerp FC | 19 | 7 | €600K | €997K | +40% |
| #13 | Karol Borys NK Maribor | 19 | 7 | €1.2M | €2.0M | +40% |
| #14 | Ethan Nwaneri Arsenal FC | 19 | 7 | €55.0M | €91.4M | +40% |
| #15 | Andrey Ivlev FC Pari Nizhniy Novgorod | 19 | 7 | €800K | €1.3M | +40% |
| #16 | Viktor Okishor Dynamo 2 Moscow | 19 | 7 | €500K | €831K | +40% |
| #17 | Rudi Molotnikov Hibernian FC | 19 | 7 | €400K | €665K | +40% |
| #18 | Naj Razi Without Club | 19 | 7 | €300K | €499K | +40% |
| #19 | Alphadjo Cissè US Catanzaro | 19 | 7 | €2.0M | €3.3M | +40% |
| #20 | Osmar Giménez Club General Caballero (JLM) | 19 | 7 | €375K | €623K | +40% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Arsenal FC's Ethan Nwaneri has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 56.0. That means Ethan Nwaneri has 24% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is RC Strasbourg Alsace's Kendry Páez with a 55.1 RAU (23% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Patrice Covic of SV Werder Bremen with a 55.1 RAU (23% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 56.0 means the upside is 56.0× greater than the uncertainty—making it a high-confidence growth opportunity. Target RAU ≥2.0 for balanced risk-reward.
Risk-Adjusted Upside by Player
| Rank | Player | Expected | Range | Upside % | RAU |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Ethan Nwaneri Arsenal FC | €68.2M | €56.4M-79.9M | +24% | 56.0 |
| #2 | Kendry Páez RC Strasbourg Alsace | €12.3M | €10.2M-14.5M | +23% | 55.1 |
| #3 | Patrice Covic SV Werder Bremen | €3.1M | €2.6M-3.6M | +23% | 55.1 |
| #4 | Viggo Gebel RB Leipzig U19 | €432K | €358K-507K | +23% | 55.1 |
| #5 | David Pejičić NK Maribor | €1.2M | €1.0M-1.4M | +23% | 55.1 |
| #6 | Fletcher Boyd Aston Villa U21 | €370K | €307K-434K | +23% | 55.1 |
| #7 | Can Uzun Eintracht Frankfurt | €21.5M | €17.8M-25.2M | +19% | 47.0 |
| #8 | Paul Wanner PSV Eindhoven | €21.5M | €17.8M-25.2M | +19% | 47.0 |
| #9 | Bence Dárdai VfL Wolfsburg | €14.3M | €11.9M-16.8M | +19% | 47.0 |
| #10 | Aleksey Batrakov Lokomotiv Moscow | €27.4M | €22.7M-32.2M | +19% | 47.0 |
| #11 | Jandry Gómez Barcelona SC Guayaquil | €357K | €296K-419K | +19% | 46.4 |
| #12 | Farouck Adekami Royal Antwerp FC | €714K | €591K-838K | +19% | 46.4 |
| #13 | Karol Borys NK Maribor | €1.4M | €1.2M-1.7M | +19% | 46.4 |
| #14 | Naj Razi Without Club | €357K | €296K-419K | +19% | 46.4 |
| #15 | Santiago Segovia CA Rosario Central | €298K | €246K-349K | +19% | 46.4 |
| #16 | Yago Noal SC Internacional U20 | €595K | €493K-698K | +19% | 46.4 |
| #17 | Álvaro Montoro Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas | €9.5M | €7.9M-11.2M | +19% | 46.4 |
| #18 | Viktor Okishor Dynamo 2 Moscow | €595K | €493K-698K | +19% | 46.4 |
| #19 | Alphadjo Cissè US Catanzaro | €2.4M | €2.0M-2.8M | +19% | 46.4 |
| #20 | Lorran Pisa Sporting Club | €10.7M | €8.9M-12.6M | +19% | 46.4 |
Roster Pressure Index (RPI)
Squad depth pressure based on Z-score distribution. Negative RPI = thin depth, positive = deep roster.
What This Shows
Z-Score explained: Measures how many standard deviations a player's strength is from the position average. Z-Score = 0 means average, +1.0 is one standard deviation above average, -1.0 is below average.
How to use: RPI < -1.0 indicates critical depth shortage. These positions need immediate reinforcement. RPI > +1.0 suggests strong depth, allowing selective, high-value additions only.
Current market: attacking midfielder position shows weak depth (avg Z-score: -0.00). RPI: -0.00.
Position Depth Analysis
Highest Z-Scores
Lowest Z-Scores
Age-Share Concentration (ASC)
Identifies players capturing disproportionate value relative to age group representation. Positive ASC = value concentration.
Understanding Age-Share Concentration (ASC)
Huachipato FC's Kevin Altez in the 21-23 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +18.2%. That means Jamal Musiala captures 37.2% of total market value while representing only 19.0% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is Deportes Limache's Agustín Arce with a +18.2% ASC (37.2% value share vs 19.0% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Juan Torres of Deportes Tolima with a +18.2% ASC (37.2% value vs 19.0% players in 21-23 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +18.2% ASC means the player captures 18.2% more market value than their numerical representation—indicating marquee status. ASC > +15% = elite dominance, ASC < -15% = potential value targets.
Value Concentration by Player
| Rank | Player | Age Bracket | Value Share | Player Share | ASC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Kevin Altez Huachipato FC | 21-23 | 37.2% | 19.0% | +18.2% |
| #2 | Agustín Arce Deportes Limache | 21-23 | 37.2% | 19.0% | +18.2% |
| #3 | Juan Torres Deportes Tolima | 21-23 | 37.2% | 19.0% | +18.2% |
| #4 | Juan Francisco Rossel CD Universidad Católica | 21-23 | 37.2% | 19.0% | +18.2% |
| #5 | Maksim Boldyrev Akron Togliatti | 21-23 | 37.2% | 19.0% | +18.2% |
| #6 | Juan Vedia Club A.B.B. | 21-23 | 37.2% | 19.0% | +18.2% |
| #7 | Asier Osambela CA Osasuna Promesas | 21-23 | 37.2% | 19.0% | +18.2% |
| #8 | Rubén Lezcano Fluminense Football Club | 21-23 | 37.2% | 19.0% | +18.2% |
| #9 | Robert Santos Atlético Clube Goianiense | 21-23 | 37.2% | 19.0% | +18.2% |
| #10 | Peio Canales Racing Santander | 21-23 | 37.2% | 19.0% | +18.2% |
| #11 | Miguelito América Futebol Clube (MG) | 21-23 | 37.2% | 19.0% | +18.2% |
| #12 | Martín Maturana Deportes Santa Cruz | 21-23 | 37.2% | 19.0% | +18.2% |
| #13 | Jonathan Silva Calcio Padova | 21-23 | 37.2% | 19.0% | +18.2% |
| #14 | Yan Phillipe Atlético de San Luis | 21-23 | 37.2% | 19.0% | +18.2% |
| #15 | Allan Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras | 21-23 | 37.2% | 19.0% | +18.2% |
| #16 | Guilherme Estrella Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama | 21-23 | 37.2% | 19.0% | +18.2% |
| #17 | Alán Bautista CF Pachuca | 21-23 | 37.2% | 19.0% | +18.2% |
| #18 | Sergio Hernández CD Everton | 21-23 | 37.2% | 19.0% | +18.2% |
| #19 | Lautaro Godoy Club Atlético Tucumán | 21-23 | 37.2% | 19.0% | +18.2% |
| #20 | Rodrigo Vásquez Unión Española | 21-23 | 37.2% | 19.0% | +18.2% |
Buy-Now vs Wait-List Map
Categorizes players by age position and upside potential to guide timing of acquisition.
What This Shows
How to use: "Buy Now - High Upside" = immediate priority targets. "Watch List" = monitor for 6-12 months. "Peak" = pay premium for proven performers. "Aging" = short-term depth only.
Current market: 25 immediate targets, 225 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 376 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
WATCH LIST - High Upside
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BUY NOW - Medium Upside
PEAK Players
Price vs Peer Z-Score
IQR-based pricing analysis relative to position peers. Identifies over/undervalued players vs market.
What This Shows
How to use: Z-score < -1.5 = significantly undervalued (potential bargain). Z-score > +1.5 = premium pricing (requires strong justification). Within ±1.0 = fair market value.
Current market: Position median is €500K. 0 undervalued, 139 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Simone Pafundi UC Sampdoria | €5.0M | €700K | -1.33 | Good Value |
Claudinho Al-Sadd SC | €15.0M | €700K | -1.25 | Good Value |
Adrien Thomasson RC Lens | €5.0M | €700K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Dani Olmo FC Barcelona | €60.0M | €700K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Chiquinho Olympiacos Piraeus | €5.0M | €700K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Teun Koopmeiners Juventus FC | €30.0M | €700K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Emile Smith Rowe Fulham FC | €30.0M | €700K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Marcelino Moreno CA Lanús | €5.0M | €700K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Isco Real Betis Balompié | €5.0M | €700K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Gustavo Sá FC Famalicão | €16.0M | €700K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Cauly Esporte Clube Bahia | €5.5M | €700K | -0.75 | Good Value |
Tahith Chong Sheffield United | €5.0M | €700K | -0.75 | Good Value |
Iván Jaime CF Montréal | €5.0M | €700K | -0.75 | Good Value |
Giannis Konstantelias PAOK Thessaloniki | €17.0M | €700K | -0.75 | Good Value |
Matko Miljevic CA Huracán | €5.0M | €700K | -0.75 | Good Value |
Isaque Shakhtar Donetsk | €7.0M | €700K | -0.67 | Good Value |
Aleksandr Golovin AS Monaco | €20.0M | €700K | -0.63 | Good Value |
Muhammed Cham SK Slavia Prague | €5.5M | €700K | -0.63 | Good Value |
Jakob Breum Go Ahead Eagles | €5.0M | €700K | -0.63 | Good Value |
Nikita Krivtsov FC Krasnodar | €5.0M | €700K | -0.63 | Good Value |
