Best Players (All Positions) in the Eredivisie (Oct 2026)
928 players tracked across 29 clubs. Updated October 2026.
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
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Player Rankings
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Ismael Saibari
PSV Eindhoven • 25 years old
€34.6M
€40.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €41.1M
85.5
Mika Godts
Ajax Amsterdam • 21 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €35.3M
82.6
Ricardo Pepi
PSV Eindhoven • 23 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €30.8M
78.1
Ernest Poku
AZ Alkmaar • 22 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €26.4M
76.4
Givairo Read
Feyenoord Rotterdam • 20 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €27.6M
76.0
Troy Parrott
AZ Alkmaar • 24 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
75.4
Joey Veerman
PSV Eindhoven • 27 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
75.1
Kees Smit
AZ Alkmaar • 20 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
74.8
Anis Hadj Moussa
Feyenoord Rotterdam • 24 years old
€19.9M
€23.0M
+15.6%
74.4
Youri Baas
Ajax Amsterdam • 23 years old
€17.3M
€20.0M
+15.6%
74.0
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Sign up freeIsmael Saibari
PSV Eindhoven · 25 years old
85.5
ASI
Current Value
€40.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€35.7M - €46.4M
Mika Godts
Ajax Amsterdam · 21 years old
82.6
ASI
Current Value
€35.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€28.0M - €42.7M
Ricardo Pepi
PSV Eindhoven · 23 years old
78.1
ASI
Current Value
€30.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€25.3M - €36.4M
Ernest Poku
AZ Alkmaar · 22 years old
76.4
ASI
Current Value
€25.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€21.6M - €31.1M
Givairo Read
Feyenoord Rotterdam · 20 years old
76.0
ASI
Current Value
€25.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€24.4M - €30.7M
Troy Parrott
AZ Alkmaar · 24 years old
75.4
ASI
Current Value
€25.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Joey Veerman
PSV Eindhoven · 27 years old
75.1
ASI
Current Value
€25.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Kees Smit
AZ Alkmaar · 20 years old
74.8
ASI
Current Value
€25.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Anis Hadj Moussa
Feyenoord Rotterdam · 24 years old
74.4
ASI
Current Value
€23.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Youri Baas
Ajax Amsterdam · 23 years old
74.0
ASI
Current Value
€20.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
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Sign up freeMarket Overview: Eredivisie Players (All Positions) (updated October 2026)
Our database tracks 928 Eredivisie Players (All Positions) as of October 2026, representing 29 clubs with a combined market value of €1.7B. The average market value for Eredivisie Players (All Positions) is €1.8M, with the average age at 28 years old.
The most valuable player in the Eredivisie is Ismael Saibari, worth €40.0M and playing for PSV Eindhoven at 25 years old. The top 5 Players (All Positions) average €31.0M in market value, including Mika Godts and Ricardo Pepi.
Age distribution shows the youngest tracked player is Ruud Nijstad (18 years, FC Twente Enschede, €10.0M), while the oldest is Quincy Owusu-Abeyie (40 years, NEC Nijmegen, €800K). Research shows Players (All Positions) typically peak at age 26.
Our 1-year forecast model projects 270 Players (All Positions) (29%) will increase in market value over the next 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Eredivisie market for Players (All Positions) remains highly competitive with significant transfer activity expected as of October 2026.
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Age Distribution: Eredivisie Players (All Positions)
The Eredivisie ALL market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 30+ bracket (365 players, 39% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €484.1M, averaging €3.0M per player.
Top Players (All Positions) by Age Bracket
U21 Years (49 players)
21-23 Years (159 players)
24-26 Years (183 players)
27-29 Years (172 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 93 Players (All Positions) (10% of players) control €1.0B
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with premium (€30-50m) tier representing 0% of the Eredivisie ALL pool.
Premium (€30-50M)
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Club Distribution: Eredivisie Players (All Positions)
Among 29 Eredivisie clubs, PSV Eindhoven leads with 41 Players (All Positions) worth €321.7M (averaging €7.8M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 46% of tracked Players (All Positions).
PSV Eindhoven (41 Players (All Positions))
Feyenoord Rotterdam (50 Players (All Positions))
AZ Alkmaar (41 Players (All Positions))
Ajax Amsterdam (34 Players (All Positions))
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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)
PSV Eindhoven's Ismael Saibari at 25 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 57.14×. That means Ismael Saibari is valued 57.14× higher than the median player in the 24-26 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is AZ Alkmaar's Troy Parrott, who is 24 years old, with a 35.71× PPVE. Third is Mika Godts of Ajax Amsterdam, who is 21 years old with a 35.00× 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 57.14× means the player is worth 5614% 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 | Ismael Saibari PSV Eindhoven | 25 | 24-26 | €40.0M | €700K | 57.14x |
| #2 | Troy Parrott AZ Alkmaar | 24 | 24-26 | €25.0M | €700K | 35.71x |
| #3 | Mika Godts Ajax Amsterdam | 21 | 21-23 | €35.0M | €1.0M | 35.00x |
| #4 | Anis Hadj Moussa Feyenoord Rotterdam | 24 | 24-26 | €23.0M | €700K | 32.86x |
| #5 | Ricardo Pepi PSV Eindhoven | 23 | 21-23 | €30.0M | €1.0M | 30.00x |
| #6 | Sergiño Dest PSV Eindhoven | 25 | 24-26 | €18.0M | €700K | 25.71x |
| #7 | Ernest Poku AZ Alkmaar | 22 | 21-23 | €25.0M | €1.0M | 25.00x |
| #8 | Oussama Targhalline Feyenoord Rotterdam | 24 | 24-26 | €16.0M | €700K | 22.86x |
| #9 | Souffian El Karouani FC Utrecht | 25 | 24-26 | €15.0M | €700K | 21.43x |
| #10 | Youri Baas Ajax Amsterdam | 23 | 21-23 | €20.0M | €1.0M | 20.00x |
| #11 | Luciano Valente Feyenoord Rotterdam | 23 | 21-23 | €18.0M | €1.0M | 18.00x |
| #12 | Yarek Gasiorowski PSV Eindhoven | 21 | 21-23 | €18.0M | €1.0M | 18.00x |
| #13 | Anass Salah-Eddine PSV Eindhoven | 24 | 24-26 | €12.0M | €700K | 17.14x |
| #14 | Kees Smit AZ Alkmaar | 20 | U21 | €25.0M | €1.5M | 16.67x |
| #15 | Givairo Read Feyenoord Rotterdam | 20 | U21 | €25.0M | €1.5M | 16.67x |
| #16 | Sem Steijn Feyenoord Rotterdam | 24 | 24-26 | €11.0M | €700K | 15.71x |
| #17 | Wouter Goes AZ Alkmaar | 22 | 21-23 | €15.0M | €1.0M | 15.00x |
| #18 | Paul Wanner PSV Eindhoven | 20 | U21 | €22.0M | €1.5M | 14.67x |
| #19 | Alexandre Penetra AZ Alkmaar | 25 | 24-26 | €10.0M | €700K | 14.29x |
| #20 | Bart van Rooij FC Twente Enschede | 25 | 24-26 | €10.0M | €700K | 14.29x |
Return-to-Peak Potential (RPP)
Recovery potential from current value to forecasted peak. Shows how much upside remains for players approaching their prime.
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Squad depth pressure based on Z-score distribution. Negative RPI = thin depth, positive = deep roster.
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Identifies players capturing disproportionate value relative to age group representation. Positive ASC = value concentration.
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How We Rank Eredivisie Players (All Positions)
Our Analytical Strength Index is calibrated specifically for players (all positions), using position-specific age curves and playing time benchmarks. The model draws from academic research on player valuation (Franck & Nüesch, 2012) and age-performance curves (Dendir, 2016).
Scoring Components for ALL
Historical Achievement Index (35%)
Peak career market value for Eredivisie players (all positions), reflecting proven track record and reputation. Uses log-scale to account for exponential value distribution at elite level.
Current Performance Proxy (30%)
Present market value for Eredivisie players (all positions), capturing recent form, injuries, and current performance level. Weighted to reflect age-related depreciation patterns.
Playing Time Utilization (18%)
Midfielders with 2,400+ minutes score highest, indicating regular starting role and sustained performance.
Age-Adjusted Performance Curve (12%)
Midfielders peak at 27 with 6.0%/year decline. Pre-peak players score higher on development trajectory.
Competition Level Adjustment (3%)
Eredivisie competition level factored into comparative strength assessment.
Performance Expectations Multiplier (2%)
Players at clubs with Champions League pedigree face higher performance standards and tactical complexity, contributing to development and market validation.
ALL Performance Benchmarks
Peak Age: 27 years (technical skill and tactical awareness)
Decline Rate: Widening steps, not a flat rate: about -5% at 28, -10% at 29, steeper from 30 (technical skills age better than physical attributes)
Optimal Minutes: 2,400-2,500 per season (balance of involvement and recovery)
1-Year Market Value Forecast
Probabilistic model combining age-curve depreciation, value momentum, and playing time factors:
• Age Factor: Compounding and banded around a peak of 27: +25%/year through age 21, +15% at 22-23, +10% up to the year before peak, then -5%, -10% and steeper with each later band. Growth is damped above €30M.
• Value Trajectory: Near career peak (>95% of peak value): +3% momentum | Moderate decline: -5%
• Playing Time Factor: Regular starters (+2%), Squad rotation (-2%)
• Forecast Range: ±12-15% confidence interval
Research Foundation
• Dendir (2016): Age-performance curves for players (all positions)
• Carmichael et al. (2011): Player depreciation in top leagues
• Franck & Nüesch (2012): Hedonic pricing models for talent valuation
• Szymanski, S. (2015). Money and Soccer: A Soccernomics Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Eredivisie Players (All Positions), updated October 2026
Who are the most valuable Players (All Positions) in the Eredivisie right now?
The most valuable player in the Eredivisie today is Ismael Saibari, who is worth €40.0M and plays for PSV Eindhoven. The second most valuable is Mika Godts (€35.0M, Ajax Amsterdam), followed by Ricardo Pepi (€30.0M, PSV Eindhoven). Our database tracks 928 Eredivisie Players (All Positions) with comprehensive market valuations updated in October 2026.
How are Eredivisie Players (All Positions) ranked?
Eredivisie Players (All Positions) are ranked by our proprietary Analytical Strength Index, which is specifically calibrated for Players (All Positions). The score combines six factors: Historical Achievement Index (35%) measuring peak career value, Current Performance Proxy (30%) reflecting recent market signals, Playing Time Utilization (18%) tracking minutes played, Age-Adjusted Performance Curve (12%) using position-specific peak ages, League Quality Coefficient (3%) for Eredivisie competition level, and Club Tier Multiplier (2%) accounting for club prestige. This methodology is grounded in academic research including work by Dendir (2016) on age-performance curves and Franck & Nüesch (2012) on hedonic pricing models.
What age do Players (All Positions) peak?
How much does it cost to sign a top player from the Eredivisie?
Transfer fees for Eredivisie Players (All Positions) vary significantly based on market value, contract length, and club bargaining position. For the top-ranked player Ismael Saibari (market value: €40.0M), estimated transfer fees would range from €32.0M to €56.0M depending on contract situation. Players with longer contracts (3+ years) command premium fees (1.2-1.4× market value), while those in the final year may be available for 0.8-1.1× market value. Our fee estimates are derived from historical transfer patterns and contract-clock modifiers validated against actual Eredivisie transactions.
What is the value forecast for Eredivisie Players (All Positions)?
Our 1-year forecast model projects market value changes for Eredivisie Players (All Positions) based on age-curve depreciation, historical trajectory, and playing time adjustments. The forecast combines three factors: age-based appreciation/depreciation (pre-peak players compound gains toward their position's peak age, up to +25% a year through age 21 and easing as they approach it, while post-peak players fall in widening steps), market trajectory momentum (comparing current to peak value), and playing time confidence (regular starters receive +2% boost). Forecast confidence intervals account for position-specific volatility-midfielders have ±12-15% volatility. Young players (under 22) and older players (over 32) receive 1.15× uncertainty multipliers due to unpredictable development or decline patterns.
Where does the Eredivisie player data come from?
Our Eredivisie player data is sourced from Football Analytics AI's proprietary Transfer Intelligence Database, which aggregates market valuations, player statistics, contract information, and transfer histories from multiple industry sources. Market values are updated regularly based on player performance, injuries, contract negotiations, and transfer market activity. We enhance this data with our proprietary analytics including position-specific scoring algorithms, age-performance curves calibrated to academic research, and statistical forecast models. All data is validated against official Eredivisie sources and updated monthly (last update October 2026) to ensure accuracy for recruitment and investment decisions.
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