Best Left-Backs in the Eredivisie (Oct 2026)
92 players tracked across 28 clubs. Updated October 2026.
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
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Ranked by Analytical Strength Index. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Mauro Júnior
PSV Eindhoven • 27 years old
€15.6M
€18.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €17.1M
72.3
Souffian El Karouani
FC Utrecht • 25 years old
€13.0M
€15.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €15.4M
71.0
Anass Salah-Eddine
PSV Eindhoven • 24 years old
€10.4M
€12.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €11.6M
67.8
Jordan Bos
Feyenoord Rotterdam • 23 years old
€10.4M
€12.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €11.6M
67.5
Mats Rots
FC Twente Enschede • 20 years old
€10.4M
€12.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €13.2M
66.7
Oleksandr Zinchenko
Ajax Amsterdam • 29 years old
€8.5M
€8.0M
-5.4%
58.2
Mees de Wit
AZ Alkmaar • 28 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
54.3
Gijs Smal
Feyenoord Rotterdam • 29 years old
€5.8M
€5.5M
-5.4%
53.4
Mateo Chávez
AZ Alkmaar • 22 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
49.7
Vasilios Zagaritis
SC Heerenveen • 25 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
43.4
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Sign up freeMauro Júnior
PSV Eindhoven · 27 years old
72.3
ASI
Current Value
€18.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€15.4M - €18.8M
Souffian El Karouani
FC Utrecht · 25 years old
71.0
ASI
Current Value
€15.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€13.8M - €16.9M
Anass Salah-Eddine
PSV Eindhoven · 24 years old
67.8
ASI
Current Value
€12.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€10.5M - €12.8M
Jordan Bos
Feyenoord Rotterdam · 23 years old
67.5
ASI
Current Value
€12.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€10.5M - €12.8M
Mats Rots
FC Twente Enschede · 20 years old
66.7
ASI
Current Value
€12.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€11.7M - €14.8M
Oleksandr Zinchenko
Ajax Amsterdam · 29 years old
58.2
ASI
Current Value
€8.0M
% Change
-5.4%
1yr Forecast Range
Mees de Wit
AZ Alkmaar · 28 years old
54.3
ASI
Current Value
€6.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Gijs Smal
Feyenoord Rotterdam · 29 years old
53.4
ASI
Current Value
€5.5M
% Change
-5.4%
1yr Forecast Range
Mateo Chávez
AZ Alkmaar · 22 years old
49.7
ASI
Current Value
€4.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Vasilios Zagaritis
SC Heerenveen · 25 years old
43.4
ASI
Current Value
€3.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
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Sign up freeMarket Overview: Eredivisie Left-Backs (updated October 2026)
Our database tracks 92 Eredivisie Left-Backs as of October 2026, representing 28 clubs with a combined market value of €131.7M. The average market value for Eredivisie Left-Backs is €1.4M, with the average age at 30 years old.
The most valuable left-back in the Eredivisie is Mauro Júnior, worth €18.0M and playing for PSV Eindhoven at 27 years old. The top 5 Left-Backs average €13.8M in market value, including Souffian El Karouani and Anass Salah-Eddine.
Age distribution shows the youngest tracked left-back is Emeka Adiele (19 years, FC Utrecht, €700K), while the oldest is Rémy Amieux (40 years, NAC Breda, €250K). Research shows Left-Backs typically peak at age 28.
Our 1-year forecast model projects 25 Left-Backs (27%) 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 Left-Backs remains actively developing with emerging talent as of October 2026.
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Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Eredivisie Left-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 28 clubs with €131.7M combined value.
Age Distribution: Eredivisie Left-Backs
The Eredivisie LB market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 30+ bracket (44 players, 48% of market). The 27-29 age group holds the most value at €45.3M, averaging €2.5M per player.
Top Left-Backs by Age Bracket
U21 Years (4 players)
21-23 Years (7 players)
24-26 Years (19 players)
27-29 Years (18 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 10 Left-Backs (11% of players) control €95.5M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with high (€15-30m) tier representing 2% of the Eredivisie LB pool.
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Eredivisie Left-Backs
Among 28 Eredivisie clubs, PSV Eindhoven leads with 2 Left-Backs worth €30.0M (averaging €15.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 38% of tracked Left-Backs.
PSV Eindhoven (2 Left-Backs)
FC Utrecht (8 Left-Backs)
Feyenoord Rotterdam (2 Left-Backs)
FC Twente Enschede (3 Left-Backs)
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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)
Feyenoord Rotterdam's Jordan Bos at 23 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 26.67×. That means Jordan Bos is valued 26.67× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is FC Twente Enschede's Mats Rots, who is 20 years old, with a 17.14× PPVE. Third is Souffian El Karouani of FC Utrecht, who is 25 years old with a 15.00× 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 26.67× means the player is worth 2567% 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 | Jordan Bos Feyenoord Rotterdam | 23 | 21-23 | €12.0M | €450K | 26.67x |
| #2 | Mats Rots FC Twente Enschede | 20 | U21 | €12.0M | €700K | 17.14x |
| #3 | Souffian El Karouani FC Utrecht | 25 | 24-26 | €15.0M | €1.0M | 15.00x |
| #4 | Anass Salah-Eddine PSV Eindhoven | 24 | 24-26 | €12.0M | €1.0M | 12.00x |
| #5 | Mateo Chávez AZ Alkmaar | 22 | 21-23 | €4.0M | €450K | 8.89x |
| #6 | Vasilios Zagaritis SC Heerenveen | 25 | 24-26 | €3.0M | €1.0M | 3.00x |
| #7 | Aske Adelgaard Go Ahead Eagles | 22 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €450K | 2.22x |
| #8 | Arthur Zagré Excelsior Rotterdam | 25 | 24-26 | €2.0M | €1.0M | 2.00x |
| #9 | Jasper Dahlhaus Fortuna Sittardia Combinatie | 24 | 24-26 | €1.4M | €1.0M | 1.40x |
| #10 | Emeka Adiele FC Utrecht | 19 | U21 | €700K | €700K | 1.00x |
| #11 | Yannick Leliendal FC Volendam | 24 | 24-26 | €1.0M | €1.0M | 1.00x |
| #12 | Wouter Prins FC Groningen | 22 | 21-23 | €450K | €450K | 1.00x |
| #13 | Lucas Jetten Ajax Amsterdam | 19 | U21 | €700K | €700K | 1.00x |
| #14 | Nazjir Held FC Utrecht | 21 | 21-23 | €400K | €450K | 0.89x |
| #15 | Mike Kleijn Sparta Rotterdam | 21 | 21-23 | €300K | €450K | 0.67x |
| #16 | Nathan Tjoe-A-On Willem II Tilburg | 24 | 24-26 | €450K | €1.0M | 0.45x |
| #17 | Giannino Vianello Sparta Rotterdam | 19 | U21 | €300K | €700K | 0.43x |
| #18 | Maxim Gullit SC Cambuur Leeuwarden | 25 | 24-26 | €350K | €1.0M | 0.35x |
| #19 | Djevencio van der Kust Heracles Almelo | 25 | 24-26 | €350K | €1.0M | 0.35x |
| #20 | Jayden Candelaria NAC Breda | 22 | 21-23 | €150K | €450K | 0.33x |
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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How We Rank Eredivisie Left-Backs
Our Analytical Strength Index is calibrated specifically for left-backs, 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 LB
Historical Achievement Index (35%)
Peak career market value for Eredivisie left-backs, 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 left-backs, capturing recent form, injuries, and current performance level. Weighted to reflect age-related depreciation patterns.
Playing Time Utilization (18%)
Defenders with 2,500+ minutes score highest, indicating regular starting role and sustained performance.
Age-Adjusted Performance Curve (12%)
Defenders peak at 28 with 5.0%/year decline rate. 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.
LB Performance Benchmarks
Peak Age: 28 years (balance of physicality and tactical intelligence)
Decline Rate: Widening steps, not a flat rate: about -5% at 29, -10% at 30, steeper from 31 (positioning offsets pace loss)
Optimal Minutes: 2,500 per season (regular starter with rotation management)
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 28: +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: ±10% confidence interval
Research Foundation
• Dendir (2016): Age-performance curves for left-backs
• 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 Left-Backs, updated October 2026
Who are the most valuable Left-Backs in the Eredivisie right now?
The most valuable left-back in the Eredivisie today is Mauro Júnior, who is worth €18.0M and plays for PSV Eindhoven. The second most valuable is Souffian El Karouani (€15.0M, FC Utrecht), followed by Anass Salah-Eddine (€12.0M, PSV Eindhoven). Our database tracks 92 Eredivisie Left-Backs with comprehensive market valuations updated in October 2026.
How are Eredivisie Left-Backs ranked?
Eredivisie Left-Backs are ranked by our proprietary Analytical Strength Index, which is specifically calibrated for Left-Backs. 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 Left-Backs peak?
Defenders typically peak at age 28. In our valuation model, value then falls in widening steps rather than at a flat annual rate: around -5% at 29, -10% at 30, and -25% or more from 31. Research shows defenders balance physical attributes with tactical intelligence, allowing them to maintain high performance through their late 20s. The optimal playing time for peak performance is around 2,500 minutes per season.
How much does it cost to sign a top left-back from the Eredivisie?
Transfer fees for Eredivisie Left-Backs vary significantly based on market value, contract length, and club bargaining position. For the top-ranked left-back Mauro Júnior (market value: €18.0M), estimated transfer fees would range from €14.4M to €25.2M 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 Left-Backs?
Our 1-year forecast model projects market value changes for Eredivisie Left-Backs 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-defenders have ±10% 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 left-back data come from?
Our Eredivisie left-back 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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