Best Left Wingers in the Championship (Apr 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Championship Left Wingers 2025-26
Our database tracks 31 Championship Left Wingers in the 2025-26 season, representing 22 clubs with a combined market value of €109.8M. The average market value for Championship Left Wingers is €3.5M, with the average age at 25.9 years old.
The most valuable left winger in the Championship is Jaden Philogene, worth €16.0M and playing for Ipswich Town at 24 years old. The top 5 Left Wingers average €11.4M in market value, including Jack Clarke and Stephy Mavididi.
Age distribution shows the youngest tracked left winger is Lewis Koumas (20 years, Birmingham City, €2.0M), while the oldest is Onel Hernández (33 years, Charlton Athletic, €500K). Research shows Left Wingers typically peak at age 26.
Our 1-year forecast model projects 14 Left Wingers (45%) will increase in market value over the next 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Championship market for Left Wingers remains actively developing with emerging talent 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 Championship
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Championship Left Wingers. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 22 clubs with €109.8M combined value.
Age Distribution: Championship Left Wingers
The Championship LW market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 27-29 bracket (11 players, 35% of market). The 27-29 age group holds the most value at €41.1M, averaging €3.7M per player.
Top Left Wingers by Age Bracket
U21 Years (2 players)
21-23 Years (7 players)
24-26 Years (7 players)
27-29 Years (11 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 4 Left Wingers (13% of players) control €49.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with high (€15-30m) tier representing 6% of the Championship LW pool.
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Championship Left Wingers
Among 22 Championship clubs, Ipswich Town leads with 2 Left Wingers worth €31.0M (averaging €15.5M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 58% of tracked Left Wingers.
Ipswich Town (2 Left Wingers)
Southampton FC (3 Left Wingers)
Leicester City (1 Left Wingers)
Wrexham AFC (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.
Jaden Philogene
Ipswich Town • 24 years old
€13.8M
€16.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €16.4M
70.5
Jack Clarke
Ipswich Town • 25 years old
€13.0M
€15.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €14.7M
69.2
Stephy Mavididi
Leicester City • 27 years old
€9.5M
€9.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €7.9M
58.9
Leo Scienza
Southampton FC • 27 years old
€9.5M
€9.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €7.9M
58.9
Nathan Broadhead
Wrexham AFC • 28 years old
€10.3M
€8.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €7.0M
57.5
Samuel Edozie
Southampton FC • 23 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.4M
55.1
Papa Amadou Diallo
Norwich City • 21 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.5M
51.7
Demarai Gray
Birmingham City • 29 years old
€4.5M
€3.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.9M
47.3
Koki Saito
Queens Park Rangers • 24 years old
€2.8M
€3.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.3M
46.8
Micah Hamilton
Middlesbrough FC • 22 years old
€2.8M
€3.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.4M
46.7
Delano Burgzorg
Middlesbrough FC • 27 years old
€3.2M
€3.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €2.6M
41.6
Mikey Johnston
West Bromwich Albion • 27 years old
€3.2M
€3.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €2.6M
41.6
Liam Millar
Hull City • 26 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.1M
41.5
Kwadwo Baah
Watford FC • 23 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.7M
40.6
Lewis Dobbin
Preston North End • 23 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.7M
40.6
Louie Barry
Sheffield United • 22 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.6M
40.0
Ryan Fraser
Southampton FC • 32 years old
€2.6M
€2.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.8M
37.1
Siriki Dembélé
Oxford United • 29 years old
€2.6M
€2.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.7M
36.8
Lewis Koumas
Birmingham City • 20 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.3M
36.0
Josh Murphy
Portsmouth FC • 31 years old
€2.3M
€1.8M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.5M
35.7
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)
Ipswich Town's Jaden Philogene at 24 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 5.00×. That means Jaden Philogene is valued 5.00× higher than the median player in the 24-26 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Ipswich Town's Jack Clarke, who is 25 years old, with a 4.69× PPVE. Third is Samuel Edozie of Southampton FC, who is 23 years old with a 2.40× 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 5.00× means the player is worth 400% 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 | Jaden Philogene Ipswich Town | 24 | 24-26 | €16.0M | €3.2M | 5.00× |
| #2 | Jack Clarke Ipswich Town | 25 | 24-26 | €15.0M | €3.2M | 4.69× |
| #3 | Samuel Edozie Southampton FC | 23 | 21-23 | €6.0M | €2.5M | 2.40× |
| #4 | Papa Amadou Diallo Norwich City | 21 | 21-23 | €5.0M | €2.5M | 2.00× |
| #5 | Micah Hamilton Middlesbrough FC | 22 | 21-23 | €3.2M | €2.5M | 1.28× |
| #6 | Koki Saito Queens Park Rangers | 24 | 24-26 | €3.2M | €3.2M | 1.00× |
| #7 | Louie Barry Sheffield United | 22 | 21-23 | €2.5M | €2.5M | 1.00× |
| #8 | Lewis Dobbin Preston North End | 23 | 21-23 | €2.5M | €2.5M | 1.00× |
| #9 | Kwadwo Baah Watford FC | 23 | 21-23 | €2.5M | €2.5M | 1.00× |
| #10 | Lewis Koumas Birmingham City | 20 | U21 | €2.0M | €2.0M | 1.00× |
| #11 | Rocco Vata Watford FC | 21 | 21-23 | €1.8M | €2.5M | 0.72× |
| #12 | Zak Lovelace Millwall FC | 20 | U21 | €500K | €2.0M | 0.25× |
| #13 | Dan MacKay Partick Thistle FC | 25 | 24-26 | €150K | €3.2M | 0.05× |
| #14 | Owen Moffat Greenock Morton FC | 24 | 24-26 | €125K | €3.2M | 0.04× |
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)
Millwall FC's Zak Lovelace at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +35%. That means Lewis Koumas is projected to appreciate 35% as they reach their peak age in 6 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Birmingham City's Lewis Koumas, who is 20 years old, with a +35% RPP (6 years to peak). Third is Papa Amadou Diallo of Norwich City, 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 | Zak Lovelace Millwall FC | 20 | 6 | €500K | €773K | +35% |
| #2 | Lewis Koumas Birmingham City | 20 | 6 | €2.0M | €3.1M | +35% |
| #3 | Papa Amadou Diallo Norwich City | 21 | 5 | €5.0M | €7.2M | +30% |
| #4 | Rocco Vata Watford FC | 21 | 5 | €1.8M | €2.6M | +30% |
| #5 | Louie Barry Sheffield United | 22 | 4 | €2.5M | €3.3M | +25% |
| #6 | Micah Hamilton Middlesbrough FC | 22 | 4 | €3.2M | €4.3M | +25% |
| #7 | Samuel Edozie Southampton FC | 23 | 3 | €6.0M | €7.5M | +20% |
| #8 | Lewis Dobbin Preston North End | 23 | 3 | €2.5M | €3.1M | +20% |
| #9 | Kwadwo Baah Watford FC | 23 | 3 | €2.5M | €3.1M | +20% |
| #10 | Jaden Philogene Ipswich Town | 24 | 2 | €16.0M | €18.5M | +14% |
| #11 | Owen Moffat Greenock Morton FC | 24 | 2 | €125K | €145K | +14% |
| #12 | Koki Saito Queens Park Rangers | 24 | 2 | €3.2M | €3.7M | +14% |
| #13 | Dan MacKay Partick Thistle FC | 25 | 1 | €150K | €161K | +7% |
| #14 | Jack Clarke Ipswich Town | 25 | 1 | €15.0M | €16.1M | +7% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Millwall FC's Zak Lovelace has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 46.3. That means Lewis Koumas has 15% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Birmingham City's Lewis Koumas with a 46.3 RAU (15% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Papa Amadou Diallo of Norwich City 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 | Zak Lovelace Millwall FC | €573K | €494K-652K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #2 | Lewis Koumas Birmingham City | €2.3M | €2.0M-2.6M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #3 | Papa Amadou Diallo Norwich City | €5.5M | €4.8M-6.3M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #4 | Rocco Vata Watford FC | €2.0M | €1.7M-2.3M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #5 | Lewis Dobbin Preston North End | €2.7M | €2.4M-3.0M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #6 | Kwadwo Baah Watford FC | €2.7M | €2.4M-3.0M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #7 | Samuel Edozie Southampton FC | €6.4M | €5.7M-7.2M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #8 | Micah Hamilton Middlesbrough FC | €3.4M | €3.0M-3.8M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #9 | Louie Barry Sheffield United | €2.6M | €2.3M-3.0M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #10 | Logan Chalmers Partick Thistle FC | €257K | €227K-288K | +3% | 12.0 |
| #11 | Liam Millar Hull City | €3.1M | €2.7M-3.5M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #12 | Koki Saito Queens Park Rangers | €3.3M | €2.9M-3.7M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #13 | Jaden Philogene Ipswich Town | €16.4M | €14.4M-18.4M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #14 | Owen Moffat Greenock Morton FC | €128K | €113K-143K | +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: 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)
Partick Thistle FC's Logan Chalmers in the 24-26 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +11.8%. That means Jaden Philogene captures 34.4% of total market value while representing only 22.6% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is Hull City's Liam Millar with a +11.8% ASC (34.4% value share vs 22.6% player share in 24-26 bracket). Third is Koki Saito of Queens Park Rangers with a +11.8% ASC (34.4% value vs 22.6% players in 24-26 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +11.8% ASC means the player captures 11.8% 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 | Logan Chalmers Partick Thistle FC | 24-26 | 34.4% | 22.6% | +11.8% |
| #2 | Liam Millar Hull City | 24-26 | 34.4% | 22.6% | +11.8% |
| #3 | Koki Saito Queens Park Rangers | 24-26 | 34.4% | 22.6% | +11.8% |
| #4 | Dan MacKay Partick Thistle FC | 24-26 | 34.4% | 22.6% | +11.8% |
| #5 | Jack Clarke Ipswich Town | 24-26 | 34.4% | 22.6% | +11.8% |
| #6 | Jaden Philogene Ipswich Town | 24-26 | 34.4% | 22.6% | +11.8% |
| #7 | Owen Moffat Greenock Morton FC | 24-26 | 34.4% | 22.6% | +11.8% |
| #8 | Onel Hernández Charlton Athletic | 30+ | 4.6% | 12.9% | -8.4% |
| #9 | Ryan Fraser Southampton FC | 30+ | 4.6% | 12.9% | -8.4% |
| #10 | Josh Murphy Portsmouth FC | 30+ | 4.6% | 12.9% | -8.4% |
| #11 | Keshi Anderson Birmingham City | 30+ | 4.6% | 12.9% | -8.4% |
| #12 | Zak Lovelace Millwall FC | U21 | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| #13 | Lewis Koumas Birmingham City | U21 | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| #14 | Corey Blackett-Taylor Derby County | 27-29 | 37.4% | 35.5% | +1.9% |
| #15 | Demarai Gray Birmingham City | 27-29 | 37.4% | 35.5% | +1.9% |
| #16 | Mikey Johnston West Bromwich Albion | 27-29 | 37.4% | 35.5% | +1.9% |
| #17 | Josh Ginnelly Without Club | 27-29 | 37.4% | 35.5% | +1.9% |
| #18 | Stephy Mavididi Leicester City | 27-29 | 37.4% | 35.5% | +1.9% |
| #19 | Nathan Broadhead Wrexham AFC | 27-29 | 37.4% | 35.5% | +1.9% |
| #20 | Przemyslaw Placheta Oxford United | 27-29 | 37.4% | 35.5% | +1.9% |
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, 15 at peak.
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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 €125K. 0 undervalued, 0 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Onel Hernández Charlton Athletic | €500K | €2.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Papa Amadou Diallo Norwich City | €5.0M | €2.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Nathan Broadhead Wrexham AFC | €8.0M | €2.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Jack Clarke Ipswich Town | €15.0M | €2.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Zak Lovelace Millwall FC | €500K | €2.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Keshi Anderson Birmingham City | €700K | €2.5M | -0.85 | Good Value |
Corey Blackett-Taylor Derby County | €500K | €2.5M | -0.83 | Good Value |
Josh Ginnelly Without Club | €600K | €2.5M | -0.78 | Good Value |
André Vidigal Stoke City | €1.2M | €2.5M | -0.44 | Fair Value |
Przemyslaw Placheta Oxford United | €1.3M | €2.5M | -0.39 | Fair Value |
Owen Moffat Greenock Morton FC | €125K | €2.5M | -0.04 | Fair Value |
Dan MacKay Partick Thistle FC | €150K | €2.5M | -0.04 | Fair Value |
Josh Murphy Portsmouth FC | €1.8M | €2.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Stephy Mavididi Leicester City | €9.0M | €2.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Logan Chalmers Partick Thistle FC | €250K | €2.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Siriki Dembélé Oxford United | €2.0M | €2.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Louie Barry Sheffield United | €2.5M | €2.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Lewis Dobbin Preston North End | €2.5M | €2.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Micah Hamilton Middlesbrough FC | €3.2M | €2.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Jaden Philogene Ipswich Town | €16.0M | €2.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |