Best Right-Backs in the World (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: World Right-Backs 2023-24
Our database tracked 1000 World Right-Backs in the 2023-24 season, representing 677 clubs with a combined market value of €2.5B. The average market value for World Right-Backs was €2.5M, with the average age at 26.7 years old.
The most valuable right-back in the World was Achraf Hakimi, worth €80.0M and played for Paris Saint-Germain at 27 years old. The top 5 Right-Backs averaged €61.0M in market value, including Jurriën Timber and Jules Koundé.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked right-back was Buba Sangaré (18 years, AS Roma, €1.0M), while the oldest was Ashley Young (40 years, Ipswich Town, €400K). Research shows Right-Backs typically peak at age 27.
Historical analysis showed 413 Right-Backs (41%) 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 Right-Backs remained highly competitive with significant transfer activity in the 2023-24 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 Right-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 677 clubs with €2.5B combined value.
Age Distribution: World Right-Backs
The World RB market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 24-26 bracket (298 players, 30% of market). The 24-26 age group holds the most value at €914.0M, averaging €3.1M per player.
Top Right-Backs by Age Bracket
U21 Years (30 players)
21-23 Years (190 players)
24-26 Years (298 players)
27-29 Years (263 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 100 Right-Backs (10% of players) control €1.6B
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with elite (€50m+) tier representing 0% of the World RB pool.
Elite (€50M+)
Premium (€30-50M)
High (€15-30M)
Club Distribution: World Right-Backs
Among 677 World clubs, Chelsea FC leads with 3 Right-Backs worth €105.0M (averaging €35.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 2% of tracked Right-Backs.
Chelsea FC (3 Right-Backs)
Paris Saint-Germain (1 Right-Backs)
FC Barcelona (2 Right-Backs)
Manchester City (2 Right-Backs)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Achraf Hakimi
Paris Saint-Germain • 27 years old
€84.5M
€80.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €72.9M
94.7
Jurriën Timber
Arsenal FC • 24 years old
€60.5M
€70.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €74.6M
94.5
Jules Koundé
FC Barcelona • 27 years old
€68.7M
€65.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €59.2M
90.0
Reece James
Chelsea FC • 26 years old
€43.2M
€50.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €53.6M
74.0
Tino Livramento
Newcastle United • 23 years old
€34.6M
€40.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €44.6M
69.2
Rico Lewis
Manchester City • 21 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €40.2M
65.2
Pedro Porro
Tottenham Hotspur • 26 years old
€34.6M
€40.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €42.9M
65.1
Matheus Nunes
Manchester City • 27 years old
€40.2M
€38.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €34.6M
65.0
Jeremie Frimpong
Liverpool FC • 25 years old
€32.9M
€38.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €38.7M
64.7
Wesley
AS Roma • 22 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €38.6M
64.6
Malo Gusto
Chelsea FC • 23 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €39.0M
64.5
Josip Stanisic
Bayern Munich • 26 years old
€27.7M
€32.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €34.3M
58.3
Conor Bradley
Liverpool FC • 22 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €31.8M
56.1
Daniel Muñoz
Crystal Palace • 30 years old
€34.9M
€27.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €22.4M
54.9
Michael Kayode
Brentford FC • 21 years old
€23.4M
€27.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €29.8M
53.0
Wilfried Singo
Galatasaray • 25 years old
€24.2M
€28.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €27.4M
51.6
Marco Palestra
Cagliari Calcio • 21 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €27.6M
50.9
Givairo Read
Feyenoord Rotterdam • 20 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €28.7M
50.6
Matty Cash
Aston Villa • 28 years old
€28.4M
€22.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €19.3M
47.1
Aaron Wan-Bissaka
West Ham United • 28 years old
€28.4M
€22.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €19.3M
47.1
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)
Arsenal FC's Jurriën Timber at 24 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 87.50×. That means Jurriën Timber is valued 87.50× higher than the median player in the 24-26 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Newcastle United's Tino Livramento, who is 23 years old, with a 50.00× PPVE. Third is Jeremie Frimpong of Liverpool FC, who is 25 years old with a 47.50× 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 87.50× means the player is worth 8650% 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 | Jurriën Timber Arsenal FC | 24 | 24-26 | €70.0M | €800K | 87.50× |
| #2 | Tino Livramento Newcastle United | 23 | 21-23 | €40.0M | €800K | 50.00× |
| #3 | Jeremie Frimpong Liverpool FC | 25 | 24-26 | €38.0M | €800K | 47.50× |
| #4 | Malo Gusto Chelsea FC | 23 | 21-23 | €35.0M | €800K | 43.75× |
| #5 | Rico Lewis Manchester City | 21 | 21-23 | €35.0M | €800K | 43.75× |
| #6 | Wesley AS Roma | 22 | 21-23 | €35.0M | €800K | 43.75× |
| #7 | Conor Bradley Liverpool FC | 22 | 21-23 | €30.0M | €800K | 37.50× |
| #8 | Wilfried Singo Galatasaray | 25 | 24-26 | €28.0M | €800K | 35.00× |
| #9 | Michael Kayode Brentford FC | 21 | 21-23 | €27.0M | €800K | 33.75× |
| #10 | Marco Palestra Cagliari Calcio | 21 | 21-23 | €25.0M | €800K | 31.25× |
| #11 | Lutsharel Geertruida Sunderland AFC | 25 | 24-26 | €20.0M | €800K | 25.00× |
| #12 | Vanderson AS Monaco | 24 | 24-26 | €20.0M | €800K | 25.00× |
| #13 | Givairo Read Feyenoord Rotterdam | 20 | U21 | €25.0M | €1.0M | 25.00× |
| #14 | Álex Jiménez AFC Bournemouth | 21 | 21-23 | €18.0M | €800K | 22.50× |
| #15 | Josh Acheampong Chelsea FC | 20 | U21 | €20.0M | €1.0M | 20.00× |
| #16 | Milan van Ewijk Coventry City | 25 | 24-26 | €16.0M | €800K | 20.00× |
| #17 | Aaron Hickey Brentford FC | 23 | 21-23 | €16.0M | €800K | 20.00× |
| #18 | Jake O'Brien Everton FC | 25 | 24-26 | €16.0M | €800K | 20.00× |
| #19 | Brooke Norton-Cuffy Genoa CFC | 22 | 21-23 | €16.0M | €800K | 20.00× |
| #20 | Sacha Boey Bayern Munich | 25 | 24-26 | €15.0M | €800K | 18.75× |
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)
SL Benfica B's Daniel Banjaqui at 18 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +44%. That means Buba Sangaré is projected to appreciate 44% as they reach their peak age in 8 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Royal Antwerp FC's Semm Renders, who is 18 years old, with a +44% RPP (8 years to peak). Third is Buba Sangaré of AS Roma, 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 | Daniel Banjaqui SL Benfica B | 18 | 8 | €1.0M | €1.8M | +44% |
| #2 | Semm Renders Royal Antwerp FC | 18 | 8 | €1.2M | €2.1M | +44% |
| #3 | Buba Sangaré AS Roma | 18 | 8 | €1.0M | €1.8M | +44% |
| #4 | Gilles De Meyer KAA Gent | 19 | 7 | €500K | €831K | +40% |
| #5 | Mats Egbring SC Heerenveen | 19 | 7 | €300K | €499K | +40% |
| #6 | Caleb Kporha Crystal Palace | 19 | 7 | €1.0M | €1.7M | +40% |
| #7 | Pedro Lima Wolverhampton Wanderers | 19 | 7 | €4.0M | €6.6M | +40% |
| #8 | Hüseyin Maldar Pendikspor | 19 | 7 | €700K | €1.2M | +40% |
| #9 | Sebastián Arancibia CD Universidad Católica | 19 | 7 | €700K | €1.2M | +40% |
| #10 | Mattia Mannini SS Juve Stabia | 19 | 7 | €1.0M | €1.7M | +40% |
| #11 | Oğuzhan Yılmaz Sariyerspor | 19 | 7 | €375K | €623K | +40% |
| #12 | Escleizon Freita Bolívar La Paz | 19 | 7 | €750K | €1.2M | +40% |
| #13 | Héctor Fort Elche CF | 19 | 7 | €12.0M | €19.9M | +40% |
| #14 | JP Chermont Santos FC | 20 | 6 | €3.0M | €4.6M | +35% |
| #15 | Kadu Santos Botafogo FR U20 | 20 | 6 | €350K | €541K | +35% |
| #16 | Hjalte Bidstrup Viborg FF | 20 | 6 | €750K | €1.2M | +35% |
| #17 | Cherrion Valerius NAC Breda | 20 | 6 | €700K | €1.1M | +35% |
| #18 | Josh Acheampong Chelsea FC | 20 | 6 | €20.0M | €30.9M | +35% |
| #19 | Yoram Zague KAS Eupen | 20 | 6 | €2.5M | €3.9M | +35% |
| #20 | Felipe Faúndez CD O'Higgins | 20 | 6 | €550K | €850K | +35% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
SL Benfica B's Daniel Banjaqui has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 68.9. That means Buba Sangaré has 23% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is AS Roma's Buba Sangaré with a 68.9 RAU (23% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Semm Renders of Royal Antwerp 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 | Daniel Banjaqui SL Benfica B | €1.2M | €1.1M-1.4M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #2 | Buba Sangaré AS Roma | €1.2M | €1.1M-1.4M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #3 | Semm Renders Royal Antwerp FC | €1.5M | €1.3M-1.7M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #4 | Mats Egbring SC Heerenveen | €357K | €308K-407K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #5 | Hüseyin Maldar Pendikspor | €833K | €718K-949K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #6 | Sebastián Arancibia CD Universidad Católica | €833K | €718K-949K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #7 | Gilles De Meyer KAA Gent | €595K | €513K-678K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #8 | Caleb Kporha Crystal Palace | €1.2M | €1.0M-1.4M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #9 | Pedro Lima Wolverhampton Wanderers | €4.8M | €4.1M-5.4M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #10 | Mattia Mannini SS Juve Stabia | €1.2M | €1.0M-1.4M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #11 | Oğuzhan Yılmaz Sariyerspor | €447K | €385K-508K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #12 | Escleizon Freita Bolívar La Paz | €893K | €770K-1.0M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #13 | Héctor Fort Elche CF | €14.3M | €12.3M-16.3M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #14 | Rico Lewis Manchester City | €40.2M | €34.6M-45.7M | +15% | 46.6 |
| #15 | Sebastian Altamirano The Strongest La Paz | €573K | €494K-652K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #16 | Leandro Santos Moreirense FC | €1.1M | €988K-1.3M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #17 | Kosta Nedeljkovic RB Leipzig | €9.2M | €7.9M-10.4M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #18 | Eric da Silva Moreira Nottingham Forest | €1.1M | €988K-1.3M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #19 | Kadu Santos Botafogo FR U20 | €401K | €346K-457K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #20 | Cherrion Valerius NAC Breda | €803K | €692K-913K | +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: right-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)
LOSC Lille's Thomas Meunier in the 30+ age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-12.6%. That means Daniel Muñoz captures 9.3% of total market value while representing only 21.9% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is FC Krasnodar's Sergey Petrov with a +-12.6% ASC (9.3% value share vs 21.9% player share in 30+ bracket). Third is Gotoku Sakai of Vissel Kobe with a +-12.6% ASC (9.3% value vs 21.9% players in 30+ bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-12.6% ASC means the player captures -12.6% 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 | Thomas Meunier LOSC Lille | 30+ | 9.3% | 21.9% | -12.6% |
| #2 | Sergey Petrov FC Krasnodar | 30+ | 9.3% | 21.9% | -12.6% |
| #3 | Gotoku Sakai Vissel Kobe | 30+ | 9.3% | 21.9% | -12.6% |
| #4 | Stefan Ristovski FK Sarajevo | 30+ | 9.3% | 21.9% | -12.6% |
| #5 | Ömer Ali Şahiner Basaksehir FK | 30+ | 9.3% | 21.9% | -12.6% |
| #6 | Dennis Appiah AS Saint-Étienne | 30+ | 9.3% | 21.9% | -12.6% |
| #7 | Arnaud Souquet Without Club | 30+ | 9.3% | 21.9% | -12.6% |
| #8 | Joël Veltman Brighton & Hove Albion | 30+ | 9.3% | 21.9% | -12.6% |
| #9 | Cédric Soares São Paulo Futebol Clube | 30+ | 9.3% | 21.9% | -12.6% |
| #10 | Simon Hedlund IF Elfsborg | 30+ | 9.3% | 21.9% | -12.6% |
| #11 | Marnon Busch 1.FC Heidenheim 1846 | 30+ | 9.3% | 21.9% | -12.6% |
| #12 | Mehdi Zeffane Without Club | 30+ | 9.3% | 21.9% | -12.6% |
| #13 | Mitchell Weiser SV Werder Bremen | 30+ | 9.3% | 21.9% | -12.6% |
| #14 | Jack Grimmer Wycombe Wanderers | 30+ | 9.3% | 21.9% | -12.6% |
| #15 | Hugo Mallo Without Club | 30+ | 9.3% | 21.9% | -12.6% |
| #16 | Santiago Arias CA Independiente | 30+ | 9.3% | 21.9% | -12.6% |
| #17 | Nathan Byrne Charlotte FC | 30+ | 9.3% | 21.9% | -12.6% |
| #18 | Loïc Nego Le Havre AC | 30+ | 9.3% | 21.9% | -12.6% |
| #19 | Carlos Orrantía Atlas Guadalajara | 30+ | 9.3% | 21.9% | -12.6% |
| #20 | Serge Aurier Without Club | 30+ | 9.3% | 21.9% | -12.6% |
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: 13 immediate targets, 208 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 488 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
WATCH LIST - High Upside
No players in this category
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, 123 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Nahuel Molina Atlético de Madrid | €15.0M | €700K | -1.25 | Good Value |
Josh Acheampong Chelsea FC | €20.0M | €700K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Daniel Carvajal Real Madrid | €7.0M | €700K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Jules Koundé FC Barcelona | €65.0M | €700K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Reece James Chelsea FC | €50.0M | €700K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Mats Egbring SC Heerenveen | €300K | €700K | -0.90 | Good Value |
Pablo Busto Betis Deportivo Balompié | €300K | €700K | -0.90 | Good Value |
Juan Gonzales Blooming Santa Cruz | €300K | €700K | -0.90 | Good Value |
Juan Iglesias Getafe CF | €5.0M | €700K | -0.86 | Good Value |
Kadu Santos Botafogo FR U20 | €350K | €700K | -0.80 | Good Value |
Oğuzhan Yılmaz Sariyerspor | €375K | €700K | -0.75 | Good Value |
Josip Stanisic Bayern Munich | €32.0M | €700K | -0.75 | Good Value |
Lasse Flø Vejle Boldklub | €400K | €700K | -0.70 | Good Value |
Paulo Henrique Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama | €6.0M | €700K | -0.57 | Good Value |
Gilles De Meyer KAA Gent | €500K | €700K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Pau Navarro Villarreal CF | €5.0M | €700K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Sebastian Altamirano The Strongest La Paz | €500K | €700K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Alessandro Zanoli Udinese Calcio | €5.0M | €700K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Dodô ACF Fiorentina | €18.0M | €700K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Killian Sardella RSC Anderlecht | €5.0M | €700K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
