Best Left-Backs in the World (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: World Left-Backs 2022-23
Our database tracked 999 World Left-Backs in the 2022-23 season, representing 694 clubs with a combined market value of €2.3B. The average market value for World Left-Backs was €2.3M, with the average age at 27.1 years old.
The most valuable left-back in the World was Álvaro Carreras, worth €60.0M and played for Real Madrid at 23 years old. The top 5 Left-Backs averaged €52.0M in market value, including Federico Dimarco and Riccardo Calafiori.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked left-back was Peyton Miller (18 years, New England Revolution, €3.0M), while the oldest was Alexandru Chipciu (37 years, FC Universitatea Cluj, €300K). Research shows Left-Backs typically peak at age 27.
Historical analysis showed 354 Left-Backs (35%) 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 Left-Backs remained highly competitive with significant transfer activity in the 2022-23 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 Left-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 694 clubs with €2.3B combined value.
Age Distribution: World Left-Backs
The World LB market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 27-29 bracket (282 players, 28% of market). The 27-29 age group holds the most value at €761.6M, averaging €2.7M per player.
Top Left-Backs by Age Bracket
U21 Years (53 players)
21-23 Years (145 players)
24-26 Years (237 players)
27-29 Years (282 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 100 Left-Backs (10% of players) control €1.4B
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with elite (€50m+) tier representing 1% of the World LB pool.
Elite (€50M+)
Premium (€30-50M)
High (€15-30M)
Club Distribution: World Left-Backs
Among 694 World clubs, Arsenal FC leads with 2 Left-Backs worth €90.0M (averaging €45.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 2% of tracked Left-Backs.
Arsenal FC (2 Left-Backs)
Chelsea FC (2 Left-Backs)
Real Madrid (3 Left-Backs)
Bayern Munich (2 Left-Backs)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Álvaro Carreras
Real Madrid • 23 years old
€51.9M
€60.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €66.9M
88.8
Federico Dimarco
Inter Milan • 28 years old
€64.6M
€50.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €45.5M
78.5
Riccardo Calafiori
Arsenal FC • 24 years old
€43.2M
€50.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €53.3M
77.2
Marc Cucurella
Chelsea FC • 27 years old
€52.8M
€50.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €45.5M
76.1
Alphonso Davies
Bayern Munich • 25 years old
€43.2M
€50.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €50.9M
75.5
Myles Lewis-Skelly
Arsenal FC • 19 years old
€34.6M
€40.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €49.6M
72.1
Jorrel Hato
Chelsea FC • 20 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €41.8M
65.7
Djed Spence
Tottenham Hotspur • 25 years old
€27.7M
€32.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €32.6M
59.2
Patrick Dorgu
Manchester United • 21 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €33.1M
56.3
Antonee Robinson
Fulham FC • 28 years old
€38.7M
€30.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €26.3M
55.0
Theo Hernández
Al-Hilal SFC • 28 years old
€36.2M
€28.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €24.5M
52.7
Alejandro Grimaldo
Bayer 04 Leverkusen • 30 years old
€31.0M
€24.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €19.9M
51.4
Ferdi Kadıoğlu
Brighton & Hove Albion • 26 years old
€24.2M
€28.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €28.8M
51.1
Ian Maatsen
Aston Villa • 24 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €25.6M
50.1
Neco Williams
Nottingham Forest • 25 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €24.4M
49.2
Vitaliy Mykolenko
Everton FC • 27 years old
€26.4M
€25.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €21.9M
49.2
Lucas Hernández
Paris Saint-Germain • 30 years old
€25.8M
€20.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €16.6M
47.0
Maxim De Cuyper
Brighton & Hove Albion • 25 years old
€19.0M
€22.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €21.5M
46.5
David Raum
RB Leipzig • 28 years old
€25.8M
€20.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €17.5M
45.1
Ryan Sessegnon
Fulham FC • 26 years old
€17.3M
€20.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €20.6M
44.1
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 Álvaro Carreras at 23 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 120.00×. That means Álvaro Carreras is valued 120.00× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Bayern Munich's Alphonso Davies, who is 25 years old, with a 83.33× PPVE. Third is Riccardo Calafiori of Arsenal FC, who is 24 years old with a 83.33× 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 120.00× means the player is worth 11900% 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 | Álvaro Carreras Real Madrid | 23 | 21-23 | €60.0M | €500K | 120.00× |
| #2 | Alphonso Davies Bayern Munich | 25 | 24-26 | €50.0M | €600K | 83.33× |
| #3 | Riccardo Calafiori Arsenal FC | 24 | 24-26 | €50.0M | €600K | 83.33× |
| #4 | Myles Lewis-Skelly Arsenal FC | 19 | U21 | €40.0M | €650K | 61.54× |
| #5 | Patrick Dorgu Manchester United | 21 | 21-23 | €30.0M | €500K | 60.00× |
| #6 | Jorrel Hato Chelsea FC | 20 | U21 | €35.0M | €650K | 53.85× |
| #7 | Djed Spence Tottenham Hotspur | 25 | 24-26 | €32.0M | €600K | 53.33× |
| #8 | Ian Maatsen Aston Villa | 24 | 24-26 | €25.0M | €600K | 41.67× |
| #9 | Neco Williams Nottingham Forest | 25 | 24-26 | €25.0M | €600K | 41.67× |
| #10 | Maxim De Cuyper Brighton & Hove Albion | 25 | 24-26 | €22.0M | €600K | 36.67× |
| #11 | Quilindschy Hartman Burnley FC | 24 | 24-26 | €18.0M | €600K | 30.00× |
| #12 | Joaquin Seys Club Brugge KV | 21 | 21-23 | €15.0M | €500K | 30.00× |
| #13 | Miguel Gutiérrez SSC Napoli | 24 | 24-26 | €17.0M | €600K | 28.33× |
| #14 | Davide Bartesaghi AC Milan | 20 | U21 | €18.0M | €650K | 27.69× |
| #15 | Sergio Gómez Real Sociedad | 25 | 24-26 | €15.0M | €600K | 25.00× |
| #16 | Souffian El Karouani FC Utrecht | 25 | 24-26 | €15.0M | €600K | 25.00× |
| #17 | Anass Salah-Eddine PSV Eindhoven | 24 | 24-26 | €12.0M | €600K | 20.00× |
| #18 | Kaiki Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 23 | 21-23 | €10.0M | €500K | 20.00× |
| #19 | Kassoum Ouattara AS Monaco | 21 | 21-23 | €9.0M | €500K | 18.00× |
| #20 | Melvin Bard OGC Nice | 25 | 24-26 | €10.0M | €600K | 16.67× |
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)
New England Revolution's Peyton Miller at 18 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +44%. That means Peyton Miller is projected to appreciate 44% as they reach their peak age in 8 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Metalist Kharkiv's Kyrylo Digtyar, who is 18 years old, with a +44% RPP (8 years to peak). Third is José Neto of SL Benfica B, 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 | Peyton Miller New England Revolution | 18 | 8 | €3.0M | €5.4M | +44% |
| #2 | Kyrylo Digtyar Metalist Kharkiv | 18 | 8 | €800K | €1.4M | +44% |
| #3 | José Neto SL Benfica B | 18 | 8 | €3.0M | €5.4M | +44% |
| #4 | Vinicius Lira Santos FC | 18 | 8 | €700K | €1.3M | +44% |
| #5 | Yoan Pereira FC Porto U19 | 18 | 8 | €700K | €1.3M | +44% |
| #6 | Pedro Guimaraes Orange County SC | 18 | 8 | €300K | €536K | +44% |
| #7 | Ante Utrobicic NK Lokomotiva Zagreb | 19 | 7 | €250K | €415K | +40% |
| #8 | Tiago Parente SL Benfica B | 19 | 7 | €500K | €831K | +40% |
| #9 | Martim Cunha FC Porto B | 19 | 7 | €400K | €665K | +40% |
| #10 | Vladimir Galvez Club Deportivo Oriente Petrolero | 19 | 7 | €350K | €582K | +40% |
| #11 | Diego León Manchester United | 19 | 7 | €4.0M | €6.6M | +40% |
| #12 | Juan Morán CD Godoy Cruz Antonio Tomba | 19 | 7 | €700K | €1.2M | +40% |
| #13 | Ishé Samuels-Smith Swansea City | 19 | 7 | €700K | €1.2M | +40% |
| #14 | Juho Lähteenmäki FC Nordsjaelland | 19 | 7 | €3.5M | €5.8M | +40% |
| #15 | Nahuel Leivas Montevideo City Torque | 19 | 7 | €300K | €499K | +40% |
| #16 | Harry Amass Norwich City | 19 | 7 | €5.0M | €8.3M | +40% |
| #17 | Souza Tottenham Hotspur | 19 | 7 | €5.0M | €8.3M | +40% |
| #18 | Luca Bombino San Diego FC | 19 | 7 | €2.5M | €4.2M | +40% |
| #19 | Almugera Kabar Borussia Dortmund | 19 | 7 | €3.0M | €5.0M | +40% |
| #20 | Myles Lewis-Skelly Arsenal FC | 19 | 7 | €40.0M | €66.5M | +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 Myles Lewis-Skelly has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 70.0. That means Myles Lewis-Skelly has 24% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is New England Revolution's Peyton Miller with a 68.9 RAU (23% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is José Neto of SL Benfica B with a 68.9 RAU (23% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 70.0 means the upside is 70.0× 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 | Myles Lewis-Skelly Arsenal FC | €49.6M | €42.7M-56.4M | +24% | 70.0 |
| #2 | Peyton Miller New England Revolution | €3.7M | €3.2M-4.2M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #3 | José Neto SL Benfica B | €3.7M | €3.2M-4.2M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #4 | Pedro Guimaraes Orange County SC | €370K | €319K-422K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #5 | Kyrylo Digtyar Metalist Kharkiv | €988K | €852K-1.1M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #6 | Vinicius Lira Santos FC | €864K | €745K-984K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #7 | Yoan Pereira FC Porto U19 | €864K | €745K-984K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #8 | Jorrel Hato Chelsea FC | €41.8M | €36.0M-47.5M | +19% | 58.7 |
| #9 | Nahuel Leivas Montevideo City Torque | €357K | €308K-407K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #10 | Vladimir Galvez Club Deportivo Oriente Petrolero | €417K | €359K-474K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #11 | Juan Morán CD Godoy Cruz Antonio Tomba | €833K | €718K-949K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #12 | Ishé Samuels-Smith Swansea City | €833K | €718K-949K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #13 | Ante Utrobicic NK Lokomotiva Zagreb | €298K | €257K-339K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #14 | Tiago Parente SL Benfica B | €595K | €513K-678K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #15 | Diego León Manchester United | €4.8M | €4.1M-5.4M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #16 | Julio Vargas Atlético Mineiro U20 | €327K | €282K-373K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #17 | Harry Amass Norwich City | €6.0M | €5.1M-6.8M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #18 | Souza Tottenham Hotspur | €6.0M | €5.1M-6.8M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #19 | Luca Bombino San Diego FC | €3.0M | €2.6M-3.4M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #20 | Almugera Kabar Borussia Dortmund | €3.6M | €3.1M-4.1M | +19% | 58.0 |
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: left-back 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)
Vejle Boldklub's Christian Sørensen in the 30+ age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-12.3%. That means Alejandro Grimaldo captures 15.9% of total market value while representing only 28.2% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is 1.FC Heidenheim 1846's Leart Paçarada with a +-12.3% ASC (15.9% value share vs 28.2% player share in 30+ bracket). Third is Dodô is a 33-year old football player aus Brazil of Without Club with a +-12.3% ASC (15.9% value vs 28.2% players in 30+ bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-12.3% ASC means the player captures -12.3% 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 | Christian Sørensen Vejle Boldklub | 30+ | 15.9% | 28.2% | -12.3% |
| #2 | Leart Paçarada 1.FC Heidenheim 1846 | 30+ | 15.9% | 28.2% | -12.3% |
| #3 | Dodô is a 33-year old football player aus Brazil Without Club | 30+ | 15.9% | 28.2% | -12.3% |
| #4 | Philipp Max Without Club | 30+ | 15.9% | 28.2% | -12.3% |
| #5 | Florent Hanin Angers SCO | 30+ | 15.9% | 28.2% | -12.3% |
| #6 | Gudmundur Thórarinsson ÍA Akranes | 30+ | 15.9% | 28.2% | -12.3% |
| #7 | Lionel Carole Kayserispor | 30+ | 15.9% | 28.2% | -12.3% |
| #8 | Leonardo Spinazzola SSC Napoli | 30+ | 15.9% | 28.2% | -12.3% |
| #9 | Ismaily is a 36-year old football player aus Brazil Without Club | 30+ | 15.9% | 28.2% | -12.3% |
| #10 | Cristiano Biraghi Torino FC | 30+ | 15.9% | 28.2% | -12.3% |
| #11 | Marvin Peersman FC Groningen | 30+ | 15.9% | 28.2% | -12.3% |
| #12 | Lucas Digne Aston Villa | 30+ | 15.9% | 28.2% | -12.3% |
| #13 | Layvin Kurzawa PERSIB Bandung | 30+ | 15.9% | 28.2% | -12.3% |
| #14 | Juan Bernat Without Club | 30+ | 15.9% | 28.2% | -12.3% |
| #15 | Jérôme Roussillon Amiens SC | 30+ | 15.9% | 28.2% | -12.3% |
| #16 | Phillipp Mwene 1.FSV Mainz 05 | 30+ | 15.9% | 28.2% | -12.3% |
| #17 | Joris Kayembe KRC Genk | 30+ | 15.9% | 28.2% | -12.3% |
| #18 | Ezgjan Alioski FC Lugano | 30+ | 15.9% | 28.2% | -12.3% |
| #19 | Christian Mafla Independiente Santa Fe | 30+ | 15.9% | 28.2% | -12.3% |
| #20 | Nicolás Tagliafico Olympique Lyon | 30+ | 15.9% | 28.2% | -12.3% |
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: 22 immediate targets, 177 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 427 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 €400K. 0 undervalued, 155 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Lucas Hernández Paris Saint-Germain | €20.0M | €600K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Tyrell Malacia Manchester United | €5.0M | €600K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Jorrel Hato Chelsea FC | €35.0M | €600K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Lucas Pires Burnley FC | €5.0M | €600K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Juan Manuel Sanabria Atlético de San Luis | €5.5M | €600K | -0.75 | Good Value |
Ante Utrobicic NK Lokomotiva Zagreb | €250K | €600K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Tobías Morinigo Club Sportivo Trinidense | €250K | €600K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Niko Sepic NK Istra 1961 | €250K | €600K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Serif Nhaga Leixões SC | €250K | €600K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Sergio Reguilón Inter Miami CF | €5.0M | €600K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Ayrton Lucas CR Flamengo | €5.0M | €600K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Sergio Akieme Stade Reims | €5.0M | €600K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Kai Wagner Birmingham City | €5.0M | €600K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Greg Taylor PAOK Thessaloniki | €5.0M | €600K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Ismail Jakobs Galatasaray | €6.0M | €600K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Juninho Capixaba Red Bull Bragantino | €5.0M | €600K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Luke Thomas Leicester City | €6.0M | €600K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Jordy Makengo SC Freiburg | €6.0M | €600K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Robert Mazan Hebar Pazardzhik | €225K | €600K | -0.45 | Fair Value |
Jacob Barrett Laursen BK Häcken | €225K | €600K | -0.45 | Fair Value |
