Best Midfielders in the Brasileirão (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Brasileirão Midfielders 2022-23
Our database tracked 53 Brasileirão Midfielders in the 2022-23 season, representing 19 clubs with a combined market value of €175.3M. The average market value for Brasileirão Midfielders was €3.3M, with the average age at 27.2 years old.
The most valuable midfielder in the Brasileirão was Gerson, worth €18.0M and played for Cruzeiro Esporte Clube at 29 years old. The top 5 Midfielders averaged €13.2M in market value, including Breno Bidon and Hércules.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked midfielder was João Cruz (20 years, Club Athletico Paranaense, €1.2M), while the oldest was Edenilson (36 years, Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense, €400K). Research shows Midfielders typically peak at age 26-27.
Historical analysis showed 15 Midfielders (28%) increased in market value over the following 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, then-current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Brasileirão market for Midfielders remained actively developing with emerging talent 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 Brasileirão
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Brasileirão Midfielders. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 19 clubs with €175.3M combined value.
Age Distribution: Brasileirão Midfielders
The Brasileirão CM market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 27-29 bracket (17 players, 32% of market). The 27-29 age group holds the most value at €65.9M, averaging €3.9M per player.
Top Midfielders by Age Bracket
U21 Years (1 players)
21-23 Years (8 players)
24-26 Years (14 players)
27-29 Years (17 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 6 Midfielders (11% of players) control €75.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with high (€15-30m) tier representing 2% of the Brasileirão CM pool.
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Brasileirão Midfielders
Among 19 Brasileirão clubs, Cruzeiro Esporte Clube leads with 6 Midfielders worth €33.9M (averaging €5.6M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 68% of tracked Midfielders.
Cruzeiro Esporte Clube (6 Midfielders)
Esporte Clube Bahia (3 Midfielders)
Sport Club Corinthians Paulista (5 Midfielders)
São Paulo Futebol Clube (4 Midfielders)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Gerson
Cruzeiro Esporte Clube • 29 years old
€23.2M
€18.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €14.9M
71.3
Breno Bidon
Sport Club Corinthians Paulista • 21 years old
€12.1M
€14.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €15.4M
68.1
Hércules
Fluminense Football Club • 25 years old
€10.4M
€12.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €11.7M
66.4
Jean Lucas
Esporte Clube Bahia • 27 years old
€12.7M
€12.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €10.5M
66.1
Christian
Cruzeiro Esporte Clube • 25 years old
€8.6M
€10.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €9.8M
60.6
Marcos Antônio
São Paulo Futebol Clube • 25 years old
€7.8M
€9.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €8.8M
59.2
Nicolás de la Cruz
CR Flamengo • 29 years old
€11.6M
€9.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €7.5M
59.1
Rodrigo Nestor
Esporte Clube Bahia • 25 years old
€6.1M
€7.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.8M
56.1
Gabriel Menino
Santos FC • 25 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.9M
54.2
Gabriel Bontempo
Santos FC • 21 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.5M
51.7
Eric Ramires
Red Bull Bragantino • 25 years old
€3.9M
€4.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.4M
50.6
Matheus Henrique
Cruzeiro Esporte Clube • 28 years old
€5.8M
€4.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €3.9M
50.4
Damián Bobadilla
São Paulo Futebol Clube • 24 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.1M
49.6
Ignacio Sosa
Red Bull Bragantino • 22 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.2M
49.5
Lucas Evangelista
Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras • 31 years old
€5.2M
€4.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €3.3M
49.2
Arthur Melo
Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense • 29 years old
€5.2M
€4.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €3.3M
49.0
Alan Franco
Clube Atlético Mineiro • 27 years old
€4.2M
€4.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €3.5M
48.8
Juan Portilla
Club Athletico Paranaense • 27 years old
€3.5M
€3.3M
-5.4%
Expected: €2.9M
46.4
Gustavo Neves
Red Bull Bragantino • 22 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.6M
40.0
Zé Rafael
Santos FC • 32 years old
€3.2M
€2.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.2M
39.9
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)
Sport Club Corinthians Paulista's Breno Bidon at 21 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 5.60×. That means Breno Bidon is valued 5.60× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Fluminense Football Club's Hércules, who is 25 years old, with a 2.67× PPVE. Third is Christian of Cruzeiro Esporte Clube, who is 25 years old with a 2.22× 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 5.60× means the player is worth 460% 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 | Breno Bidon Sport Club Corinthians Paulista | 21 | 21-23 | €14.0M | €2.5M | 5.60× |
| #2 | Hércules Fluminense Football Club | 25 | 24-26 | €12.0M | €4.5M | 2.67× |
| #3 | Christian Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 25 | 24-26 | €10.0M | €4.5M | 2.22× |
| #4 | Gabriel Bontempo Santos FC | 21 | 21-23 | €5.0M | €2.5M | 2.00× |
| #5 | Marcos Antônio São Paulo Futebol Clube | 25 | 24-26 | €9.0M | €4.5M | 2.00× |
| #6 | Ignacio Sosa Red Bull Bragantino | 22 | 21-23 | €4.0M | €2.5M | 1.60× |
| #7 | Rodrigo Nestor Esporte Clube Bahia | 25 | 24-26 | €7.0M | €4.5M | 1.56× |
| #8 | Gabriel Menino Santos FC | 25 | 24-26 | €6.0M | €4.5M | 1.33× |
| #9 | João Cruz Club Athletico Paranaense | 20 | U21 | €1.2M | €1.2M | 1.00× |
| #10 | Gustavo Neves Red Bull Bragantino | 22 | 21-23 | €2.5M | €2.5M | 1.00× |
| #11 | Eric Ramires Red Bull Bragantino | 25 | 24-26 | €4.5M | €4.5M | 1.00× |
| #12 | Damián Bobadilla São Paulo Futebol Clube | 24 | 24-26 | €4.0M | €4.5M | 0.89× |
| #13 | JP Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama | 21 | 21-23 | €2.0M | €2.5M | 0.80× |
| #14 | Denilson Mirassol Futebol Clube (SP) | 25 | 24-26 | €2.0M | €4.5M | 0.44× |
| #15 | Praxedes Red Bull Bragantino | 24 | 24-26 | €1.5M | €4.5M | 0.33× |
| #16 | Felipinho Club Athletico Paranaense | 24 | 24-26 | €1.0M | €4.5M | 0.22× |
| #17 | Vitinho Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 22 | 21-23 | €500K | €2.5M | 0.20× |
| #18 | Japa Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 22 | 21-23 | €500K | €2.5M | 0.20× |
| #19 | Jhosefer Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 22 | 21-23 | €400K | €2.5M | 0.16× |
| #20 | Alejandro García Club Athletico Paranaense | 25 | 24-26 | €700K | €4.5M | 0.16× |
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)
Club Athletico Paranaense's João Cruz at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +35%. That means João Cruz is projected to appreciate 35% as they reach their peak age in 6 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama's JP, who is 21 years old, with a +30% RPP (5 years to peak). Third is Gabriel Bontempo of Santos FC, who is 21 years old with a +30% RPP (5 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 35% RPP means the player is expected to gain 35% 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 | João Cruz Club Athletico Paranaense | 20 | 6 | €1.2M | €1.9M | +35% |
| #2 | JP Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama | 21 | 5 | €2.0M | €2.9M | +30% |
| #3 | Gabriel Bontempo Santos FC | 21 | 5 | €5.0M | €7.2M | +30% |
| #4 | Breno Bidon Sport Club Corinthians Paulista | 21 | 5 | €14.0M | €20.1M | +30% |
| #5 | Gustavo Neves Red Bull Bragantino | 22 | 4 | €2.5M | €3.3M | +25% |
| #6 | Vitinho Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 22 | 4 | €500K | €668K | +25% |
| #7 | Japa Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 22 | 4 | €500K | €668K | +25% |
| #8 | Ignacio Sosa Red Bull Bragantino | 22 | 4 | €4.0M | €5.3M | +25% |
| #9 | Jhosefer Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 22 | 4 | €400K | €535K | +25% |
| #10 | Felipinho Club Athletico Paranaense | 24 | 2 | €1.0M | €1.2M | +14% |
| #11 | Praxedes Red Bull Bragantino | 24 | 2 | €1.5M | €1.7M | +14% |
| #12 | Damián Bobadilla São Paulo Futebol Clube | 24 | 2 | €4.0M | €4.6M | +14% |
| #13 | Miqueias Esporte Clube Bahia | 24 | 2 | €250K | €289K | +14% |
| #14 | Alejandro García Club Athletico Paranaense | 25 | 1 | €700K | €753K | +7% |
| #15 | Rodrigo Nestor Esporte Clube Bahia | 25 | 1 | €7.0M | €7.5M | +7% |
| #16 | Gabriel Menino Santos FC | 25 | 1 | €6.0M | €6.5M | +7% |
| #17 | Christian Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 25 | 1 | €10.0M | €10.8M | +7% |
| #18 | Denilson Mirassol Futebol Clube (SP) | 25 | 1 | €2.0M | €2.2M | +7% |
| #19 | Hércules Fluminense Football Club | 25 | 1 | €12.0M | €12.9M | +7% |
| #20 | Marcos Antônio São Paulo Futebol Clube | 25 | 1 | €9.0M | €9.7M | +7% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Club Athletico Paranaense's João Cruz has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 46.3. That means João Cruz has 15% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Santos FC's Gabriel Bontempo with a 33.7 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Breno Bidon of Sport Club Corinthians Paulista with a 33.7 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 46.3 means the upside is 46.3× 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 | João Cruz Club Athletico Paranaense | €1.4M | €1.2M-1.6M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #2 | Gabriel Bontempo Santos FC | €5.5M | €4.8M-6.3M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #3 | Breno Bidon Sport Club Corinthians Paulista | €15.4M | €13.3M-17.6M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #4 | JP Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama | €2.2M | €1.9M-2.5M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #5 | Vitinho Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | €529K | €466K-593K | +6% | 23.0 |
| #6 | Japa Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | €529K | €466K-593K | +6% | 23.0 |
| #7 | Ignacio Sosa Red Bull Bragantino | €4.2M | €3.7M-4.7M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #8 | Jhosefer Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | €423K | €373K-474K | +6% | 23.0 |
| #9 | Gustavo Neves Red Bull Bragantino | €2.6M | €2.3M-3.0M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #10 | Franco Catarozzi Clube do Remo (PA) | €360K | €317K-404K | +3% | 12.0 |
| #11 | Alan Rodríguez Sport Club Internacional | €2.4M | €2.1M-2.7M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #12 | Praxedes Red Bull Bragantino | €1.5M | €1.4M-1.7M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #13 | Felipinho Club Athletico Paranaense | €1.0M | €901K-1.1M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #14 | Damián Bobadilla São Paulo Futebol Clube | €4.1M | €3.6M-4.6M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #15 | Miqueias Esporte Clube Bahia | €256K | €225K-287K | +2% | 9.8 |
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: midfielder 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)
Sport Club Corinthians Paulista's André Carrillo in the 30+ age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-13.9%. That means Lucas Evangelista captures 10.6% of total market value while representing only 24.5% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is CR Flamengo's Saúl Ñíguez with a +-13.9% ASC (10.6% value share vs 24.5% player share in 30+ bracket). Third is Edenilson of Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense with a +-13.9% ASC (10.6% value vs 24.5% players in 30+ bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-13.9% ASC means the player captures -13.9% 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 | André Carrillo Sport Club Corinthians Paulista | 30+ | 10.6% | 24.5% | -13.9% |
| #2 | Saúl Ñíguez CR Flamengo | 30+ | 10.6% | 24.5% | -13.9% |
| #3 | Edenilson Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense | 30+ | 10.6% | 24.5% | -13.9% |
| #4 | Jádson Club Athletico Paranaense | 30+ | 10.6% | 24.5% | -13.9% |
| #5 | Alex Santana Sport Club Corinthians Paulista | 30+ | 10.6% | 24.5% | -13.9% |
| #6 | Zé Rafael Santos FC | 30+ | 10.6% | 24.5% | -13.9% |
| #7 | Alisson São Paulo Futebol Clube | 30+ | 10.6% | 24.5% | -13.9% |
| #8 | Lucas Evangelista Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras | 30+ | 10.6% | 24.5% | -13.9% |
| #9 | Bruno Henrique Sport Club Internacional | 30+ | 10.6% | 24.5% | -13.9% |
| #10 | Danielzinho São Paulo Futebol Clube | 30+ | 10.6% | 24.5% | -13.9% |
| #11 | Patrick Clube do Remo (PA) | 30+ | 10.6% | 24.5% | -13.9% |
| #12 | Fernando Sobral Coritiba Foot Ball Club | 30+ | 10.6% | 24.5% | -13.9% |
| #13 | Tchê Tchê Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama | 30+ | 10.6% | 24.5% | -13.9% |
| #14 | Felipinho Club Athletico Paranaense | 24-26 | 34.6% | 26.4% | +8.2% |
| #15 | Alan Rodríguez Sport Club Internacional | 24-26 | 34.6% | 26.4% | +8.2% |
| #16 | Marcos Antônio São Paulo Futebol Clube | 24-26 | 34.6% | 26.4% | +8.2% |
| #17 | Rodrigo Nestor Esporte Clube Bahia | 24-26 | 34.6% | 26.4% | +8.2% |
| #18 | Praxedes Red Bull Bragantino | 24-26 | 34.6% | 26.4% | +8.2% |
| #19 | Gabriel Menino Santos FC | 24-26 | 34.6% | 26.4% | +8.2% |
| #20 | Eric Ramires Red Bull Bragantino | 24-26 | 34.6% | 26.4% | +8.2% |
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: 0 immediate targets, 9 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 24 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
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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 €18.0M. 0 undervalued, 5 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gabriel Bontempo Santos FC | €5.0M | €1.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Nicolás de la Cruz CR Flamengo | €9.0M | €1.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Gabriel Menino Santos FC | €6.0M | €1.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Jhosefer Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | €400K | €1.5M | -0.80 | Good Value |
Miqueias Esporte Clube Bahia | €250K | €1.5M | -0.78 | Good Value |
Vitinho Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | €500K | €1.5M | -0.75 | Good Value |
Japa Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | €500K | €1.5M | -0.75 | Good Value |
Bruno Henrique Sport Club Internacional | €350K | €1.5M | -0.72 | Good Value |
Franco Catarozzi Clube do Remo (PA) | €350K | €1.5M | -0.72 | Good Value |
Edenilson Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense | €400K | €1.5M | -0.67 | Good Value |
Rodrigo Nestor Esporte Clube Bahia | €7.0M | €1.5M | -0.67 | Good Value |
Alejandro García Club Athletico Paranaense | €700K | €1.5M | -0.50 | Good Value |
Giovanni Pavani Clube do Remo (PA) | €400K | €1.5M | -0.48 | Fair Value |
Bruno Matias Associação Chapecoense de Futebol | €600K | €1.5M | -0.39 | Fair Value |
José Aldo Mirassol Futebol Clube (SP) | €700K | €1.5M | -0.35 | Fair Value |
Felipinho Club Athletico Paranaense | €1.0M | €1.5M | -0.31 | Fair Value |
Patrick Clube do Remo (PA) | €800K | €1.5M | -0.22 | Fair Value |
Charles Sport Club Corinthians Paulista | €1.0M | €1.5M | -0.22 | Fair Value |
Paulinho Paula Sport Club Internacional | €1.0M | €1.5M | -0.22 | Fair Value |
Matheus Pereira Sport Club Corinthians Paulista | €1.2M | €1.5M | -0.13 | Fair Value |