Best Left-Backs in the World (Dec 2025)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: World Left-Backs 2024-25
Our database tracked 999 World Left-Backs in the 2024-25 season, representing 676 clubs with a combined market value of €2.5B. The average market value for World Left-Backs was €2.5M, with the average age at 26.6 years old.
The most valuable left-back in the World was Álvaro Carreras, worth €50.0M and played for Real Madrid at 22 years old. The top 5 Left-Backs averaged €48.0M in market value, including Federico Dimarco and Myles Lewis-Skelly.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked left-back was Harry Amass (18 years, Sheffield Wednesday, €5.0M), while the oldest was Eugenio Mena (37 years, CD Universidad Católica, €250K). Research shows Left-Backs typically peak at age 27.
Historical analysis showed 400 Left-Backs (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 Left-Backs 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 Left-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 676 clubs with €2.5B combined value.
Age Distribution: World Left-Backs
The World LB market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 24-26 bracket (283 players, 28% of market). The 24-26 age group holds the most value at €781.7M, averaging €2.8M per player.
Top Left-Backs by Age Bracket
U21 Years (46 players)
21-23 Years (170 players)
24-26 Years (283 players)
27-29 Years (254 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 100 Left-Backs (10% of players) control €1.6B
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with elite (€50m+) tier representing 0% of the World LB pool.
Elite (€50M+)
Premium (€30-50M)
High (€15-30M)
Club Distribution: World Left-Backs
Among 676 World clubs, Arsenal FC leads with 2 Left-Backs worth €80.0M (averaging €40.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 6% of tracked Left-Backs.
Arsenal FC (2 Left-Backs)
Real Madrid (3 Left-Backs)
Inter Milan (2 Left-Backs)
Chelsea FC (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 • 22 years old
€43.2M
€50.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €55.1M
80.0
Federico Dimarco
Inter Milan • 28 years old
€64.6M
€50.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €45.5M
78.5
Myles Lewis-Skelly
Arsenal FC • 19 years old
€38.9M
€45.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €55.8M
77.8
Alphonso Davies
Bayern Munich • 25 years old
€43.2M
€50.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €50.9M
75.5
Milos Kerkez
Liverpool FC • 22 years old
€38.9M
€45.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €49.6M
74.9
Destiny Udogie
Tottenham Hotspur • 23 years old
€34.6M
€40.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €44.6M
69.2
Jorrel Hato
Chelsea FC • 19 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €43.4M
66.3
Riccardo Calafiori
Arsenal FC • 23 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €39.0M
64.5
Antonee Robinson
Fulham FC • 28 years old
€45.2M
€35.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €31.9M
63.6
Theo Hernández
Al-Hilal SFC • 28 years old
€45.2M
€35.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €31.9M
63.3
Rayan Aït-Nouri
Manchester City • 24 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €37.3M
63.2
Marc Cucurella
Chelsea FC • 27 years old
€37.0M
€35.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €31.9M
62.2
Lewis Hall
Newcastle United • 21 years old
€27.7M
€32.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €36.7M
61.9
Alejandro Grimaldo
Bayer 04 Leverkusen • 30 years old
€38.7M
€30.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €24.9M
58.3
Ian Maatsen
Aston Villa • 23 years old
€24.2M
€28.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €30.0M
53.9
Lucas Hernández
Paris Saint-Germain • 29 years old
€32.3M
€25.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €20.7M
51.4
Vitaliy Mykolenko
Everton FC • 26 years old
€24.2M
€28.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €28.8M
51.1
Patrick Dorgu
Manchester United • 21 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €27.6M
51.0
Carlos Augusto
Inter Milan • 26 years old
€22.5M
€26.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €26.8M
49.3
Tyrick Mitchell
Crystal Palace • 26 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €25.7M
48.4
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)
Arsenal FC's Myles Lewis-Skelly at 19 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 75.00×. That means Myles Lewis-Skelly is valued 75.00× higher than the median player in the U21 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Bayern Munich's Alphonso Davies, who is 25 years old, with a 71.43× PPVE. Third is Álvaro Carreras of Real Madrid, who is 22 years old with a 62.50× 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 75.00× means the player is worth 7400% 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 | Myles Lewis-Skelly Arsenal FC | 19 | U21 | €45.0M | €600K | 75.00× |
| #2 | Alphonso Davies Bayern Munich | 25 | 24-26 | €50.0M | €700K | 71.43× |
| #3 | Álvaro Carreras Real Madrid | 22 | 21-23 | €50.0M | €800K | 62.50× |
| #4 | Jorrel Hato Chelsea FC | 19 | U21 | €35.0M | €600K | 58.33× |
| #5 | Milos Kerkez Liverpool FC | 22 | 21-23 | €45.0M | €800K | 56.25× |
| #6 | Destiny Udogie Tottenham Hotspur | 23 | 21-23 | €40.0M | €800K | 50.00× |
| #7 | Rayan Aït-Nouri Manchester City | 24 | 24-26 | €35.0M | €700K | 50.00× |
| #8 | Riccardo Calafiori Arsenal FC | 23 | 21-23 | €35.0M | €800K | 43.75× |
| #9 | Lewis Hall Newcastle United | 21 | 21-23 | €32.0M | €800K | 40.00× |
| #10 | Ian Maatsen Aston Villa | 23 | 21-23 | €28.0M | €800K | 35.00× |
| #11 | Leif Davis Ipswich Town | 25 | 24-26 | €22.0M | €700K | 31.43× |
| #12 | Patrick Dorgu Manchester United | 21 | 21-23 | €25.0M | €800K | 31.25× |
| #13 | Djed Spence Tottenham Hotspur | 25 | 24-26 | €20.0M | €700K | 28.57× |
| #14 | Miguel Gutiérrez SSC Napoli | 24 | 24-26 | €20.0M | €700K | 28.57× |
| #15 | Nuno Tavares SS Lazio | 25 | 24-26 | €20.0M | €700K | 28.57× |
| #16 | Nathaniel Brown Eintracht Frankfurt | 22 | 21-23 | €22.0M | €800K | 27.50× |
| #17 | Joaquin Seys Club Brugge KV | 20 | U21 | €15.0M | €600K | 25.00× |
| #18 | Maxi Araújo Sporting CP | 25 | 24-26 | €17.0M | €700K | 24.29× |
| #19 | Juan Miranda Bologna FC 1909 | 25 | 24-26 | €15.0M | €700K | 21.43× |
| #20 | Sergio Gómez Real Sociedad | 25 | 24-26 | €15.0M | €700K | 21.43× |
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)
Metalist Kharkiv's Kyrylo Digtyar at 18 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +44%. That means Kyrylo Digtyar is projected to appreciate 44% as they reach their peak age in 8 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Santos FC's Vinicius Lira, who is 18 years old, with a +44% RPP (8 years to peak). Third is Harry Amass of Sheffield Wednesday, 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 | Kyrylo Digtyar Metalist Kharkiv | 18 | 8 | €800K | €1.4M | +44% |
| #2 | Vinicius Lira Santos FC | 18 | 8 | €700K | €1.3M | +44% |
| #3 | Harry Amass Sheffield Wednesday | 18 | 8 | €5.0M | €8.9M | +44% |
| #4 | Diego León Manchester United | 18 | 8 | €4.0M | €7.1M | +44% |
| #5 | Joe Johnson Luton Town | 19 | 7 | €300K | €499K | +40% |
| #6 | Lucas Velásquez Huachipato FC | 19 | 7 | €300K | €499K | +40% |
| #7 | Juan Morán CD Godoy Cruz Antonio Tomba | 19 | 7 | €700K | €1.2M | +40% |
| #8 | Almugera Kabar Borussia Dortmund | 19 | 7 | €1.0M | €1.7M | +40% |
| #9 | Myles Lewis-Skelly Arsenal FC | 19 | 7 | €45.0M | €74.8M | +40% |
| #10 | Jorrel Hato Chelsea FC | 19 | 7 | €35.0M | €58.2M | +40% |
| #11 | Adam Aznou Everton FC | 19 | 7 | €4.0M | €6.6M | +40% |
| #12 | Niccolò Fortini ACF Fiorentina | 19 | 7 | €8.5M | €14.1M | +40% |
| #13 | Nahuel Leivas Montevideo City Torque | 19 | 7 | €400K | €665K | +40% |
| #14 | Souza Santos FC | 19 | 7 | €3.0M | €5.0M | +40% |
| #15 | Davide Bartesaghi AC Milan | 19 | 7 | €3.0M | €5.0M | +40% |
| #16 | Nhoa Sangui Paris FC | 19 | 7 | €2.5M | €4.2M | +40% |
| #17 | Vladimir Galvez Club Deportivo Oriente Petrolero | 19 | 7 | €275K | €457K | +40% |
| #18 | Julio Vargas Atlético Mineiro U20 | 19 | 7 | €275K | €457K | +40% |
| #19 | Alexandro Maidana Club Guaraní | 20 | 6 | €350K | €541K | +35% |
| #20 | Lino Sousa Aston Villa U21 | 20 | 6 | €1.5M | €2.3M | +35% |
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 Chelsea FC's Jorrel Hato with a 70.0 RAU (24% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Harry Amass of Sheffield Wednesday 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 | €55.8M | €48.1M-63.5M | +24% | 70.0 |
| #2 | Jorrel Hato Chelsea FC | €43.4M | €37.4M-49.4M | +24% | 70.0 |
| #3 | Harry Amass Sheffield Wednesday | €6.2M | €5.3M-7.0M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #4 | Diego León Manchester United | €4.9M | €4.3M-5.6M | +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 | Joe Johnson Luton Town | €357K | €308K-407K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #8 | Lucas Velásquez Huachipato FC | €357K | €308K-407K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #9 | Juan Morán CD Godoy Cruz Antonio Tomba | €833K | €718K-949K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #10 | Niccolò Fortini ACF Fiorentina | €10.1M | €8.7M-11.5M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #11 | Almugera Kabar Borussia Dortmund | €1.2M | €1.0M-1.4M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #12 | Adam Aznou Everton FC | €4.8M | €4.1M-5.4M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #13 | Vladimir Galvez Club Deportivo Oriente Petrolero | €327K | €282K-373K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #14 | Julio Vargas Atlético Mineiro U20 | €327K | €282K-373K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #15 | Nhoa Sangui Paris FC | €3.0M | €2.6M-3.4M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #16 | Souza Santos FC | €3.6M | €3.1M-4.1M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #17 | Davide Bartesaghi AC Milan | €3.6M | €3.1M-4.1M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #18 | Nahuel Leivas Montevideo City Torque | €476K | €411K-542K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #19 | Lewis Hall Newcastle United | €36.7M | €31.7M-41.8M | +15% | 46.6 |
| #20 | Julio Soler AFC Bournemouth | €9.2M | €7.9M-10.4M | +15% | 46.3 |
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 +-11.6%. That means Alejandro Grimaldo captures 13.0% of total market value while representing only 24.6% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is Without Club's Dodô is a 33-year old football player aus Brazil with a +-11.6% ASC (13.0% value share vs 24.6% player share in 30+ bracket). Third is Philipp Max of Panathinaikos FC with a +-11.6% ASC (13.0% value vs 24.6% players in 30+ bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-11.6% ASC means the player captures -11.6% 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+ | 13.0% | 24.6% | -11.6% |
| #2 | Dodô is a 33-year old football player aus Brazil Without Club | 30+ | 13.0% | 24.6% | -11.6% |
| #3 | Philipp Max Panathinaikos FC | 30+ | 13.0% | 24.6% | -11.6% |
| #4 | Florent Hanin Angers SCO | 30+ | 13.0% | 24.6% | -11.6% |
| #5 | Eugenio Mena CD Universidad Católica | 30+ | 13.0% | 24.6% | -11.6% |
| #6 | Gudmundur Thórarinsson FC Noah Yerevan | 30+ | 13.0% | 24.6% | -11.6% |
| #7 | Lionel Carole Kayserispor | 30+ | 13.0% | 24.6% | -11.6% |
| #8 | Leonardo Spinazzola SSC Napoli | 30+ | 13.0% | 24.6% | -11.6% |
| #9 | Ismaily is a 35-year old football player aus Brazil Without Club | 30+ | 13.0% | 24.6% | -11.6% |
| #10 | Claudio Corvalán CA Unión (Santa Fe) | 30+ | 13.0% | 24.6% | -11.6% |
| #11 | Juankar is a 35-year old football player aus Spain Without Club | 30+ | 13.0% | 24.6% | -11.6% |
| #12 | Lucas Digne Aston Villa | 30+ | 13.0% | 24.6% | -11.6% |
| #13 | Layvin Kurzawa Without Club | 30+ | 13.0% | 24.6% | -11.6% |
| #14 | Juan Bernat Without Club | 30+ | 13.0% | 24.6% | -11.6% |
| #15 | Jérôme Roussillon Without Club | 30+ | 13.0% | 24.6% | -11.6% |
| #16 | Alexander Corryn Without Club | 30+ | 13.0% | 24.6% | -11.6% |
| #17 | Joris Kayembe KRC Genk | 30+ | 13.0% | 24.6% | -11.6% |
| #18 | Christian Mafla Independiente Santa Fe | 30+ | 13.0% | 24.6% | -11.6% |
| #19 | Nicolás Tagliafico Olympique Lyon | 30+ | 13.0% | 24.6% | -11.6% |
| #20 | Jere Uronen Atromitos Athens | 30+ | 13.0% | 24.6% | -11.6% |
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: 18 immediate targets, 199 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 472 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, 133 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Harry Amass Sheffield Wednesday | €5.0M | €600K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Derrick Köhn 1.FC Union Berlin | €5.0M | €600K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Alexander Prass TSG 1899 Hoffenheim | €5.0M | €600K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Fabiano Parisi ACF Fiorentina | €5.0M | €600K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Chissumba FC Alverca | €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 |
Lewis Hall Newcastle United | €32.0M | €600K | -0.80 | Good Value |
Quentin Merlin Stade Rennais FC | €15.0M | €600K | -0.78 | Good Value |
Reinildo Mandava Sunderland AFC | €5.0M | €600K | -0.75 | Good Value |
Ben Chilwell RC Strasbourg Alsace | €15.0M | €600K | -0.71 | Good Value |
Rico Henry Brentford FC | €15.0M | €600K | -0.71 | Good Value |
Juan Miranda Bologna FC 1909 | €15.0M | €600K | -0.71 | Good Value |
Sergio Gómez Real Sociedad | €15.0M | €600K | -0.71 | Good Value |
Caio Henrique AS Monaco | €15.0M | €600K | -0.71 | Good Value |
Francisco Moura FC Porto | €15.0M | €600K | -0.71 | Good Value |
Joaquín Piquerez Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras | €15.0M | €600K | -0.71 | Good Value |
Adrien Truffert AFC Bournemouth | €15.0M | €600K | -0.71 | Good Value |
Matteo Ruggeri Atlético de Madrid | €16.0M | €600K | -0.67 | Good Value |
Mathias Løvik Parma Calcio 1913 | €5.0M | €600K | -0.67 | Good Value |
