Best Goalkeepers in the World (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: World Goalkeepers 2024-25
Our database tracked 998 World Goalkeepers in the 2024-25 season, representing 715 clubs with a combined market value of €1.8B. The average market value for World Goalkeepers was €1.8M, with the average age at 27.9 years old.
The most valuable goalkeeper in the World was Diogo Costa, worth €40.0M and played for FC Porto at 26 years old. The top 5 Goalkeepers averaged €33.6M in market value, including Bart Verbruggen and Lucas Chevalier.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked goalkeeper was Michał Perchel (18 years, Puszcza Niepolomice, €350K), while the oldest was Manuel Neuer (40 years, Bayern Munich, €4.0M). Research shows Goalkeepers typically peak at age 29.
Historical analysis showed 576 Goalkeepers (58%) 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 Goalkeepers 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 Goalkeepers. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 715 clubs with €1.8B combined value.
Age Distribution: World Goalkeepers
The World GK market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 30+ bracket (350 players, 35% of market). The 24-26 age group holds the most value at €625.0M, averaging €2.5M per player.
Top Goalkeepers by Age Bracket
U21 Years (30 players)
21-23 Years (153 players)
24-26 Years (252 players)
27-29 Years (213 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 100 Goalkeepers (10% of players) control €1.1B
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with premium (€30-50m) tier representing 0% of the World GK pool.
Premium (€30-50M)
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Club Distribution: World Goalkeepers
Among 715 World clubs, Liverpool FC leads with 2 Goalkeepers worth €45.0M (averaging €22.5M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 2% of tracked Goalkeepers.
Liverpool FC (2 Goalkeepers)
FC Porto (2 Goalkeepers)
Chelsea FC (3 Goalkeepers)
Brighton & Hove Albion (3 Goalkeepers)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Diogo Costa
FC Porto • 26 years old
€34.6M
€40.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €44.6M
68.9
Bart Verbruggen
Brighton & Hove Albion • 23 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €41.8M
66.7
Lucas Chevalier
Paris Saint-Germain • 24 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €40.2M
66.0
Joan García
FC Barcelona • 25 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €31.8M
55.5
Anatoliy Trubin
SL Benfica • 24 years old
€24.2M
€28.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €30.9M
53.5
Giorgi Mamardashvili
Liverpool FC • 25 years old
€24.2M
€28.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €29.6M
53.4
Djordje Petrovic
AFC Bournemouth • 26 years old
€24.2M
€28.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €30.0M
52.9
Senne Lammens
Manchester United • 23 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €28.7M
51.2
James Trafford
Manchester City • 23 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €28.7M
51.2
Marco Carnesecchi
Atalanta BC • 25 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €26.5M
50.2
Mike Maignan
AC Milan • 30 years old
€26.4M
€25.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €22.5M
48.4
Unai Simón
Athletic Bilbao • 28 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €24.4M
48.2
Guillaume Restes
FC Toulouse • 21 years old
€17.3M
€20.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €24.7M
46.3
Thibaut Courtois
Real Madrid • 34 years old
€23.2M
€18.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €15.3M
46.1
Robert Sánchez
Chelsea FC • 28 years old
€19.0M
€22.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €21.5M
45.6
Zion Suzuki
Parma Calcio 1913 • 23 years old
€17.3M
€20.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €22.9M
45.6
Noah Atubolu
SC Freiburg • 24 years old
€17.3M
€20.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €22.1M
45.4
Alisson
Liverpool FC • 33 years old
€22.0M
€17.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €14.5M
43.7
Jan Oblak
Atlético de Madrid • 33 years old
€22.0M
€17.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €14.5M
43.5
Robin Roefs
Sunderland AFC • 23 years old
€15.6M
€18.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €20.6M
43.4
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)
Brighton & Hove Albion's Bart Verbruggen at 23 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 70.00×. That means Bart Verbruggen is valued 70.00× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Paris Saint-Germain's Lucas Chevalier, who is 24 years old, with a 58.33× PPVE. Third is Senne Lammens of Manchester United, who is 23 years old with a 50.00× 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 70.00× means the player is worth 6900% 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 | Bart Verbruggen Brighton & Hove Albion | 23 | 21-23 | €35.0M | €500K | 70.00× |
| #2 | Lucas Chevalier Paris Saint-Germain | 24 | 24-26 | €35.0M | €600K | 58.33× |
| #3 | Senne Lammens Manchester United | 23 | 21-23 | €25.0M | €500K | 50.00× |
| #4 | Joan García FC Barcelona | 25 | 24-26 | €30.0M | €600K | 50.00× |
| #5 | James Trafford Manchester City | 23 | 21-23 | €25.0M | €500K | 50.00× |
| #6 | Giorgi Mamardashvili Liverpool FC | 25 | 24-26 | €28.0M | €600K | 46.67× |
| #7 | Anatoliy Trubin SL Benfica | 24 | 24-26 | €28.0M | €600K | 46.67× |
| #8 | Marco Carnesecchi Atalanta BC | 25 | 24-26 | €25.0M | €600K | 41.67× |
| #9 | Zion Suzuki Parma Calcio 1913 | 23 | 21-23 | €20.0M | €500K | 40.00× |
| #10 | Guillaume Restes FC Toulouse | 21 | 21-23 | €20.0M | €500K | 40.00× |
| #11 | Robin Roefs Sunderland AFC | 23 | 21-23 | €18.0M | €500K | 36.00× |
| #12 | Noah Atubolu SC Freiburg | 24 | 24-26 | €20.0M | €600K | 33.33× |
| #13 | Konstantinos Tzolakis Olympiacos Piraeus | 23 | 21-23 | €15.0M | €500K | 30.00× |
| #14 | Antonín Kinský Tottenham Hotspur | 23 | 21-23 | €13.0M | €500K | 26.00× |
| #15 | Mads Hermansen West Ham United | 25 | 24-26 | €15.0M | €600K | 25.00× |
| #16 | Filip Jørgensen Chelsea FC | 24 | 24-26 | €15.0M | €600K | 25.00× |
| #17 | Jonas Urbig Bayern Munich | 22 | 21-23 | €12.0M | €500K | 24.00× |
| #18 | Mio Backhaus SV Werder Bremen | 22 | 21-23 | €10.0M | €500K | 20.00× |
| #19 | Lukas Hornicek SC Braga | 23 | 21-23 | €10.0M | €500K | 20.00× |
| #20 | Luiz Júnior Villarreal CF | 25 | 24-26 | €12.0M | €600K | 20.00× |
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)
Puszcza Niepolomice's Michał Perchel at 18 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +55%. That means Michał Perchel is projected to appreciate 55% as they reach their peak age in 8 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Paris Saint-Germain's Renato Marin, who is 19 years old, with a +52% RPP (7 years to peak). Third is Denys Marchenko of Obolon Kyiv, who is 19 years old with a +52% RPP (7 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 55% RPP means the player is expected to gain 55% 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 | Michał Perchel Puszcza Niepolomice | 18 | 8 | €350K | €778K | +55% |
| #2 | Renato Marin Paris Saint-Germain | 19 | 7 | €500K | €1.0M | +52% |
| #3 | Denys Marchenko Obolon Kyiv | 19 | 7 | €600K | €1.2M | +52% |
| #4 | Nazar Domchak Karpaty Lviv | 19 | 7 | €700K | €1.4M | +52% |
| #5 | Kiyani Zeggen AZ Alkmaar U21 | 19 | 7 | €300K | €620K | +52% |
| #6 | Callan McKenna AFC Bournemouth U21 | 19 | 7 | €600K | €1.2M | +52% |
| #7 | Tommaso Vannucchi Cosenza Calcio | 19 | 7 | €500K | €1.0M | +52% |
| #8 | Kasper Kiilerich Aarhus Fremad | 20 | 6 | €350K | €673K | +48% |
| #9 | Deniz Dilmen Pendikspor | 20 | 6 | €700K | €1.3M | +48% |
| #10 | Ignacio Sáez Club Universidad de Chile | 20 | 6 | €300K | €576K | +48% |
| #11 | Andrés Tovar Envigado FC | 20 | 6 | €250K | €480K | +48% |
| #12 | Onuralp Çevikkan Trabzonspor | 20 | 6 | €900K | €1.7M | +48% |
| #13 | Fran González Real Madrid Castilla | 20 | 6 | €1.0M | €1.9M | +48% |
| #14 | Vladyslav Krapyvtsov Girona FC | 20 | 6 | €400K | €769K | +48% |
| #15 | Bernt Klaverboer SC Heerenveen | 20 | 6 | €1.0M | €1.9M | +48% |
| #16 | Tom Bramel RKC Waalwijk | 20 | 6 | €250K | €480K | +48% |
| #17 | Francisco Silva Sporting CP B | 20 | 6 | €300K | €576K | +48% |
| #18 | Dennis Seimen SC Paderborn 07 | 20 | 6 | €7.0M | €13.5M | +48% |
| #19 | Justin Bengui RWDM Brussels | 20 | 6 | €250K | €480K | +48% |
| #20 | Timo Schlieck SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 20 | 6 | €400K | €769K | +48% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Puszcza Niepolomice's Michał Perchel has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 166.9. That means Michał Perchel has 44% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Karpaty Lviv's Nazar Domchak with a 154.3 RAU (40% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Renato Marin of Paris Saint-Germain with a 154.3 RAU (40% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 166.9 means the upside is 166.9× 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 | Michał Perchel Puszcza Niepolomice | €505K | €459K-552K | +44% | 166.9 |
| #2 | Nazar Domchak Karpaty Lviv | €978K | €888K-1.1M | +40% | 154.3 |
| #3 | Renato Marin Paris Saint-Germain | €698K | €634K-762K | +40% | 154.3 |
| #4 | Tommaso Vannucchi Cosenza Calcio | €698K | €634K-762K | +40% | 154.3 |
| #5 | Denys Marchenko Obolon Kyiv | €838K | €761K-915K | +40% | 154.3 |
| #6 | Kiyani Zeggen AZ Alkmaar U21 | €419K | €380K-457K | +40% | 154.3 |
| #7 | Callan McKenna AFC Bournemouth U21 | €838K | €761K-915K | +40% | 154.3 |
| #8 | Kasper Kiilerich Aarhus Fremad | €448K | €406K-489K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #9 | Deniz Dilmen Pendikspor | €895K | €813K-978K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #10 | Vladyslav Krapyvtsov Girona FC | €512K | €464K-559K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #11 | Timo Schlieck SpVgg Greuther Fürth | €512K | €464K-559K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #12 | Ignacio Sáez Club Universidad de Chile | €384K | €348K-419K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #13 | Onuralp Çevikkan Trabzonspor | €1.2M | €1.0M-1.3M | +28% | 118.5 |
| #14 | Francisco Silva Sporting CP B | €384K | €348K-419K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #15 | Jakub Vinarčík FC Arouca | €384K | €348K-419K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #16 | Tiago Pereira Cardoso Borussia Mönchengladbach | €1.9M | €1.7M-2.1M | +28% | 118.5 |
| #17 | Áron Yaakobishvili FC Andorra | €1.9M | €1.7M-2.1M | +28% | 118.5 |
| #18 | Noah Raveyre Pau FC | €1.9M | €1.7M-2.1M | +28% | 118.5 |
| #19 | Andrés Tovar Envigado FC | €320K | €290K-349K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #20 | Fran González Real Madrid Castilla | €1.3M | €1.2M-1.4M | +28% | 118.5 |
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: goalkeeper position shows strong 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)
Avaí FC's Léo Aragão in the 24-26 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +10.1%. That means Diogo Costa captures 35.3% of total market value while representing only 25.3% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is Club General Caballero (JLM)'s Luis Guillén with a +10.1% ASC (35.3% value share vs 25.3% player share in 24-26 bracket). Third is Andrés Marsengo of Recoleta FC with a +10.1% ASC (35.3% value vs 25.3% players in 24-26 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +10.1% ASC means the player captures 10.1% 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 | Léo Aragão Avaí FC | 24-26 | 35.3% | 25.3% | +10.1% |
| #2 | Luis Guillén Club General Caballero (JLM) | 24-26 | 35.3% | 25.3% | +10.1% |
| #3 | Andrés Marsengo Recoleta FC | 24-26 | 35.3% | 25.3% | +10.1% |
| #4 | Leonardo Durán Mineros de Zacatecas | 24-26 | 35.3% | 25.3% | +10.1% |
| #5 | Lucas Verza Olimpia Asunción | 24-26 | 35.3% | 25.3% | +10.1% |
| #6 | Denzel Quiñónez Gualaceo SC | 24-26 | 35.3% | 25.3% | +10.1% |
| #7 | Ataberk Dadakdeniz Antalyaspor | 24-26 | 35.3% | 25.3% | +10.1% |
| #8 | Bartosz Mrozek Lech Poznan | 24-26 | 35.3% | 25.3% | +10.1% |
| #9 | Nico Mantl FC Blau-Weiss Linz | 24-26 | 35.3% | 25.3% | +10.1% |
| #10 | Diogo Costa FC Porto | 24-26 | 35.3% | 25.3% | +10.1% |
| #11 | Davor Matijas HNK Gorica | 24-26 | 35.3% | 25.3% | +10.1% |
| #12 | Simone Ghidotti UC Sampdoria | 24-26 | 35.3% | 25.3% | +10.1% |
| #13 | Alessandro Plizzari Venezia FC | 24-26 | 35.3% | 25.3% | +10.1% |
| #14 | Jasper Schendelaar PEC Zwolle | 24-26 | 35.3% | 25.3% | +10.1% |
| #15 | Berke Özer LOSC Lille | 24-26 | 35.3% | 25.3% | +10.1% |
| #16 | Jonas Wendlinger Almere City FC | 24-26 | 35.3% | 25.3% | +10.1% |
| #17 | Jakob Tånnander SC Farense | 24-26 | 35.3% | 25.3% | +10.1% |
| #18 | Dominik Kotarski FC Copenhagen | 24-26 | 35.3% | 25.3% | +10.1% |
| #19 | Ivor Pandur Hull City | 24-26 | 35.3% | 25.3% | +10.1% |
| #20 | Gabriel Brazão Santos FC | 24-26 | 35.3% | 25.3% | +10.1% |
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: 123 immediate targets, 231 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 234 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 €450K. 0 undervalued, 144 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Aleksandr Maksimenko Spartak Moscow | €5.0M | €500K | -1.25 | Good Value |
Facundo Cambeses Racing Club | €5.0M | €500K | -1.25 | Good Value |
Sam Johnstone Wolverhampton Wanderers | €5.0M | €500K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Matthieu Epolo Standard Liège | €5.0M | €500K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Stefan Ortega Manchester City | €5.0M | €500K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Mads Hermansen West Ham United | €15.0M | €500K | -0.91 | Good Value |
Filip Jørgensen Chelsea FC | €15.0M | €500K | -0.91 | Good Value |
Marcin Bulka NEOM SC | €17.0M | €500K | -0.73 | Good Value |
Konstantinos Tzolakis Olympiacos Piraeus | €15.0M | €500K | -0.71 | Good Value |
Andriy Lunin Real Madrid | €15.0M | €500K | -0.70 | Good Value |
Emiliano Martínez Aston Villa | €15.0M | €500K | -0.67 | Good Value |
Jordan Pickford Everton FC | €15.0M | €500K | -0.67 | Good Value |
Ederson Fenerbahce | €15.0M | €500K | -0.67 | Good Value |
Andrés Tovar Envigado FC | €250K | €500K | -0.63 | Good Value |
Tom Bramel RKC Waalwijk | €250K | €500K | -0.63 | Good Value |
Justin Bengui RWDM Brussels | €250K | €500K | -0.63 | Good Value |
Velizar-Iliya Iliev Audace Cerignola | €250K | €500K | -0.63 | Good Value |
Ebbe De Vlaeminck KV Kortrijk | €250K | €500K | -0.63 | Good Value |
Rome-Jayden Owusu-Oduro AZ Alkmaar | €7.0M | €500K | -0.60 | Good Value |
Kauã Santos Eintracht Frankfurt | €7.0M | €500K | -0.60 | Good Value |
