Best Left Wingers in the World (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: World Left Wingers 2025-26
Our database tracks 999 World Left Wingers in the 2025-26 season, representing 699 clubs with a combined market value of €2.7B. The average market value for World Left Wingers is €2.7M, with the average age at 26.8 years old.
The most valuable left winger in the World is Vinicius Junior, worth €150.0M and playing for Real Madrid at 25 years old. The top 5 Left Wingers average €89.0M in market value, including Raphinha and Cody Gakpo.
Age distribution shows the youngest tracked left winger is Mikey Moore (18 years, Rangers FC, €16.0M), while the oldest is Papu Gómez (38 years, Calcio Padova, €900K). Research shows Left Wingers typically peak at age 26.
Our 1-year forecast model projects 405 Left Wingers (41%) will increase in market value over the next 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The World market for Left Wingers remains highly competitive with significant transfer activity expected in the 2025-26 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 Wingers. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 699 clubs with €2.7B combined value.
Age Distribution: World Left Wingers
The World LW market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 30+ bracket (285 players, 29% of market). The 27-29 age group holds the most value at €747.0M, averaging €3.0M per player.
Top Left Wingers by Age Bracket
U21 Years (81 players)
21-23 Years (185 players)
24-26 Years (196 players)
27-29 Years (252 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 100 Left Wingers (10% of players) control €1.7B
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with elite (€50m+) tier representing 1% of the World LW pool.
Elite (€50M+)
Premium (€30-50M)
High (€15-30M)
Club Distribution: World Left Wingers
Among 699 World clubs, Real Madrid leads with 1 Left Wingers worth €150.0M (averaging €150.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 2% of tracked Left Wingers.
Real Madrid (1 Left Wingers)
FC Barcelona (2 Left Wingers)
Juventus FC (1 Left Wingers)
Liverpool FC (1 Left Wingers)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Vinicius Junior
Real Madrid • 25 years old
€129.7M
€150.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €152.6M
95.5
Raphinha
FC Barcelona • 29 years old
€103.3M
€80.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €69.0M
93.3
Cody Gakpo
Liverpool FC • 27 years old
€74.0M
€70.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €63.8M
93.1
Kenan Yıldız
Juventus FC • 21 years old
€64.9M
€75.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €86.1M
93.1
Rafael Leão
AC Milan • 26 years old
€60.5M
€70.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €75.0M
89.7
Nico Williams
Athletic Bilbao • 23 years old
€51.9M
€60.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €66.9M
88.6
Alejandro Garnacho
Chelsea FC • 21 years old
€38.9M
€45.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €51.6M
75.7
Marcus Rashford
FC Barcelona • 28 years old
€51.7M
€40.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €36.4M
68.7
Antonio Nusa
RB Leipzig • 21 years old
€27.7M
€32.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €36.7M
61.9
Harvey Barnes
Newcastle United • 28 years old
€41.3M
€32.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €29.1M
60.6
Assane Diao
Como 1907 • 20 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €34.4M
56.4
Jesús Rodríguez
Como 1907 • 20 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €34.4M
56.4
Kevin
Fulham FC • 23 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €32.1M
55.9
Christos Tzolis
Club Brugge KV • 24 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €30.7M
54.5
Callum Hudson-Odoi
Nottingham Forest • 25 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €29.3M
53.7
Pedro Gonçalves
Sporting CP • 27 years old
€31.7M
€30.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €26.3M
53.5
Jack Grealish
Everton FC • 30 years old
€32.3M
€25.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €20.7M
52.6
Alex Iwobi
Fulham FC • 30 years old
€32.3M
€25.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €20.7M
52.6
Bazoumana Touré
TSG 1899 Hoffenheim • 20 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €28.7M
50.9
Jean-Mattéo Bahoya
Eintracht Frankfurt • 21 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €27.6M
50.9
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 Vinicius Junior at 25 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 200.00×. That means Vinicius Junior is valued 200.00× higher than the median player in the 24-26 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Juventus FC's Kenan Yıldız, who is 21 years old, with a 100.00× PPVE. Third is Nico Williams of Athletic Bilbao, who is 23 years old with a 80.00× 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 200.00× means the player is worth 19900% 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 | Vinicius Junior Real Madrid | 25 | 24-26 | €150.0M | €750K | 200.00× |
| #2 | Kenan Yıldız Juventus FC | 21 | 21-23 | €75.0M | €750K | 100.00× |
| #3 | Nico Williams Athletic Bilbao | 23 | 21-23 | €60.0M | €750K | 80.00× |
| #4 | Alejandro Garnacho Chelsea FC | 21 | 21-23 | €45.0M | €750K | 60.00× |
| #5 | Antonio Nusa RB Leipzig | 21 | 21-23 | €32.0M | €750K | 42.67× |
| #6 | Callum Hudson-Odoi Nottingham Forest | 25 | 24-26 | €30.0M | €750K | 40.00× |
| #7 | Christos Tzolis Club Brugge KV | 24 | 24-26 | €30.0M | €750K | 40.00× |
| #8 | Kevin Fulham FC | 23 | 21-23 | €30.0M | €750K | 40.00× |
| #9 | Jean-Mattéo Bahoya Eintracht Frankfurt | 21 | 21-23 | €25.0M | €750K | 33.33× |
| #10 | Eliesse Ben Seghir Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 21 | 21-23 | €24.0M | €750K | 32.00× |
| #11 | Borja Sainz FC Porto | 25 | 24-26 | €23.0M | €750K | 30.67× |
| #12 | Assane Diao Como 1907 | 20 | U21 | €30.0M | €1.0M | 30.00× |
| #13 | Jesús Rodríguez Como 1907 | 20 | U21 | €30.0M | €1.0M | 30.00× |
| #14 | Bazoumana Touré TSG 1899 Hoffenheim | 20 | U21 | €25.0M | €1.0M | 25.00× |
| #15 | Tyrique George Everton FC | 20 | U21 | €22.0M | €1.0M | 22.00× |
| #16 | Mikey Moore Rangers FC | 18 | U21 | €16.0M | €1.0M | 16.00× |
| #17 | Jakub Kaminski 1.FC Köln | 23 | 21-23 | €12.0M | €750K | 16.00× |
| #18 | Paulinho Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras | 25 | 24-26 | €12.0M | €750K | 16.00× |
| #19 | Benja Domínguez Bologna FC 1909 | 22 | 21-23 | €12.0M | €750K | 16.00× |
| #20 | Pedro Zenit St. Petersburg | 20 | U21 | €15.0M | €1.0M | 15.00× |
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)
SC Braga's Sandro Vidigal at 18 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +44%. That means Olti Hyseni is projected to appreciate 44% as they reach their peak age in 8 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Sönderjyske Fodbold's Olti Hyseni, who is 18 years old, with a +44% RPP (8 years to peak). Third is Mateus Xavier of Santos FC, 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 | Sandro Vidigal SC Braga | 18 | 8 | €1.5M | €2.7M | +44% |
| #2 | Olti Hyseni Sönderjyske Fodbold | 18 | 8 | €1.5M | €2.7M | +44% |
| #3 | Mateus Xavier Santos FC | 18 | 8 | €400K | €715K | +44% |
| #4 | Bruno Arady Club Nacional | 18 | 8 | €400K | €715K | +44% |
| #5 | Jonathan Ramos Sportivo Luqueño | 18 | 8 | €350K | €625K | +44% |
| #6 | Gabrijel Sivalec Slaven Belupo Koprivnica | 18 | 8 | €350K | €625K | +44% |
| #7 | Nimfasha Berchimas Charlotte FC | 18 | 8 | €300K | €536K | +44% |
| #8 | Mikey Moore Rangers FC | 18 | 8 | €16.0M | €28.6M | +44% |
| #9 | Moises Paniagua Wydad Casablanca | 18 | 8 | €1.0M | €1.8M | +44% |
| #10 | Leonardo Viviani Club Aurora | 18 | 8 | €300K | €536K | +44% |
| #11 | Maxloren Castro Club Sporting Cristal | 18 | 8 | €1.0M | €1.8M | +44% |
| #12 | Lucca São Paulo Futebol Clube | 18 | 8 | €2.0M | €3.6M | +44% |
| #13 | Jarzinho Malanga SV 07 Elversberg | 19 | 7 | €1.7M | €2.8M | +40% |
| #14 | Frederik Emmery Aarhus GF | 19 | 7 | €350K | €582K | +40% |
| #15 | William Martin Odense Boldklub | 19 | 7 | €600K | €997K | +40% |
| #16 | Brayan Caicedo FC Porto B | 19 | 7 | €400K | €665K | +40% |
| #17 | Niko Grlic NK Maribor | 19 | 7 | €300K | €499K | +40% |
| #18 | Bogdan Redushko Dynamo Kyiv U19 | 19 | 7 | €400K | €665K | +40% |
| #19 | Matías Retamal Disqualification | 19 | 7 | €250K | €415K | +40% |
| #20 | Martín Mundaca Coquimbo Unido | 19 | 7 | €650K | €1.1M | +40% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
SC Braga's Sandro Vidigal has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 68.9. That means Olti Hyseni has 23% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Sönderjyske Fodbold's Olti Hyseni with a 68.9 RAU (23% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Mikey Moore of Rangers FC 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 68.9 means the upside is 68.9× 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 | Sandro Vidigal SC Braga | €1.9M | €1.6M-2.1M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #2 | Olti Hyseni Sönderjyske Fodbold | €1.9M | €1.6M-2.1M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #3 | Mikey Moore Rangers FC | €19.8M | €17.0M-22.5M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #4 | Moises Paniagua Wydad Casablanca | €1.2M | €1.1M-1.4M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #5 | Maxloren Castro Club Sporting Cristal | €1.2M | €1.1M-1.4M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #6 | Lucca São Paulo Futebol Clube | €2.5M | €2.1M-2.8M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #7 | Nimfasha Berchimas Charlotte FC | €370K | €319K-422K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #8 | Leonardo Viviani Club Aurora | €370K | €319K-422K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #9 | Mateus Xavier Santos FC | €494K | €426K-562K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #10 | Bruno Arady Club Nacional | €494K | €426K-562K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #11 | Jonathan Ramos Sportivo Luqueño | €432K | €373K-492K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #12 | Gabrijel Sivalec Slaven Belupo Koprivnica | €432K | €373K-492K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #13 | William Martin Odense Boldklub | €714K | €616K-813K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #14 | Niko Grlic NK Maribor | €357K | €308K-407K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #15 | Frederik Emmery Aarhus GF | €417K | €359K-474K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #16 | Paulo Cardoso Sporting CP B | €417K | €359K-474K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #17 | Matías Retamal Disqualification | €298K | €257K-339K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #18 | Bartol Kardum NK Lokomotiva Zagreb | €298K | €257K-339K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #19 | Juan Cuellar Universitario de Vinto | €655K | €565K-745K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #20 | Prince Amoako Junior FC Nordsjaelland | €6.0M | €5.1M-6.8M | +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 winger 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)
Yokohama FC's Adaílton in the 30+ age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-12.3%. That means Jack Grealish captures 16.2% of total market value while representing only 28.5% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is Charlton Athletic's Onel Hernández with a +-12.3% ASC (16.2% value share vs 28.5% player share in 30+ bracket). Third is Emil Forsberg of New York Red Bulls with a +-12.3% ASC (16.2% value vs 28.5% 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 | Adaílton Yokohama FC | 30+ | 16.2% | 28.5% | -12.3% |
| #2 | Onel Hernández Charlton Athletic | 30+ | 16.2% | 28.5% | -12.3% |
| #3 | Emil Forsberg New York Red Bulls | 30+ | 16.2% | 28.5% | -12.3% |
| #4 | Dani Ojeda SD Huesca | 30+ | 16.2% | 28.5% | -12.3% |
| #5 | Ryan Mendes Igdir FK | 30+ | 16.2% | 28.5% | -12.3% |
| #6 | Dudu Clube Atlético Mineiro | 30+ | 16.2% | 28.5% | -12.3% |
| #7 | Marius Bülter 1.FC Köln | 30+ | 16.2% | 28.5% | -12.3% |
| #8 | Mislav Orsic Pafos FC | 30+ | 16.2% | 28.5% | -12.3% |
| #9 | Danne González AD Nueve de Octubre | 30+ | 16.2% | 28.5% | -12.3% |
| #10 | Ola John Without Club | 30+ | 16.2% | 28.5% | -12.3% |
| #11 | Mathew Leckie Melbourne City FC | 30+ | 16.2% | 28.5% | -12.3% |
| #12 | Juanmi Getafe CF | 30+ | 16.2% | 28.5% | -12.3% |
| #13 | Stiven Mendoza Club Athletico Paranaense | 30+ | 16.2% | 28.5% | -12.3% |
| #14 | Artem Polyarus FC Urartu Yerevan | 30+ | 16.2% | 28.5% | -12.3% |
| #15 | Il-lok Yun Gyeongnam FC | 30+ | 16.2% | 28.5% | -12.3% |
| #16 | Leandro Fernández AA Argentinos Juniors | 30+ | 16.2% | 28.5% | -12.3% |
| #17 | Lorenzo Insigne Delfino Pescara 1936 | 30+ | 16.2% | 28.5% | -12.3% |
| #18 | Jesé UD Las Palmas | 30+ | 16.2% | 28.5% | -12.3% |
| #19 | Bruma SL Benfica | 30+ | 16.2% | 28.5% | -12.3% |
| #20 | Radoslav Kirilov Levski Sofia | 30+ | 16.2% | 28.5% | -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: 28 immediate targets, 238 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 359 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, 140 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Rafael Leão AC Milan | €70.0M | €650K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Hamed Traoré Olympique Marseille | €15.0M | €650K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Cody Gakpo Liverpool FC | €70.0M | €650K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Nico Williams Athletic Bilbao | €60.0M | €650K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Eliesse Ben Seghir Bayer 04 Leverkusen | €24.0M | €650K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Pedro Zenit St. Petersburg | €15.0M | €650K | -0.78 | Good Value |
Fabian Reese Hertha BSC | €5.0M | €650K | -0.75 | Good Value |
Maxwel Cornet Genoa CFC | €5.0M | €650K | -0.75 | Good Value |
Jacob Bruun Larsen Burnley FC | €5.0M | €650K | -0.75 | Good Value |
Mikey Moore Rangers FC | €16.0M | €650K | -0.67 | Good Value |
Mattia Zaccagni SS Lazio | €15.0M | €650K | -0.63 | Good Value |
Gonçalo Guedes Real Sociedad | €6.0M | €650K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Jota Celtic FC | €6.0M | €650K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Amine Harit Basaksehir FK | €6.0M | €650K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Marco Grüll SV Werder Bremen | €6.0M | €650K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Danny Namaso AJ Auxerre | €5.0M | €650K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Francis Amuzu Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense | €5.0M | €650K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Antony Portland Timbers | €5.0M | €650K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Sorriso FC Famalicão | €5.0M | €650K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Alex Valdés CD Ñublense | €225K | €650K | -0.44 | Fair Value |
