Best Left-Backs in the Eredivisie (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Eredivisie Left-Backs 2024-25
Our database tracked 28 Eredivisie Left-Backs in the 2024-25 season, representing 17 clubs with a combined market value of €101.1M. The average market value for Eredivisie Left-Backs was €3.6M, with the average age at 25.9 years old.
The most valuable left-back in the Eredivisie was Mauro Júnior, worth €17.0M and played for PSV Eindhoven at 27 years old. The top 5 Left-Backs averaged €13.0M in market value, including Souffian El Karouani and Oleksandr Zinchenko.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked left-back was Mats Rots (20 years, Twente Enschede FC, €5.0M), while the oldest was Patrick van Aanholt (35 years, Sparta Rotterdam, €400K). Research shows Left-Backs typically peak at age 27.
Historical analysis showed 15 Left-Backs (54%) increased in market value over the following 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, then-current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Eredivisie market for Left-Backs remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2024-25 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.
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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 17 clubs with €101.1M combined value.
Age Distribution: Eredivisie Left-Backs
The Eredivisie LB market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 24-26 bracket (13 players, 46% of market). The 24-26 age group holds the most value at €42.8M, averaging €3.3M per player.
Top Left-Backs by Age Bracket
U21 Years (1 players)
21-23 Years (5 players)
24-26 Years (13 players)
27-29 Years (6 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 3 Left-Backs (11% of players) control €47.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with high (€15-30m) tier representing 11% of the Eredivisie LB pool.
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Eredivisie Left-Backs
Among 17 Eredivisie clubs, PSV Eindhoven leads with 2 Left-Backs worth €29.0M (averaging €14.5M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 68% of tracked Left-Backs.
PSV Eindhoven (2 Left-Backs)
Ajax Amsterdam (2 Left-Backs)
FC Utrecht (3 Left-Backs)
Feyenoord Rotterdam (2 Left-Backs)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Mauro Júnior
PSV Eindhoven • 27 years old
€18.0M
€17.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €14.9M
70.4
Souffian El Karouani
FC Utrecht • 25 years old
€13.0M
€15.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €14.7M
69.2
Oleksandr Zinchenko
Ajax Amsterdam • 29 years old
€19.4M
€15.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €12.4M
69.1
Anass Salah-Eddine
PSV Eindhoven • 24 years old
€10.4M
€12.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €12.3M
66.9
Gijs Smal
Feyenoord Rotterdam • 28 years old
€7.7M
€6.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €5.3M
53.9
Jordan Bos
Feyenoord Rotterdam • 23 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.4M
52.9
Mats Rots
Twente Enschede FC • 20 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.7M
51.0
Owen Wijndal
Ajax Amsterdam • 26 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.1M
48.7
Mateo Chávez
AZ Alkmaar • 22 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.2M
42.3
Mees de Wit
AZ Alkmaar • 28 years old
€3.9M
€3.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.6M
41.7
Vasilios Zagaritis
SC Heerenveen • 25 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.0M
36.9
Dean James
Go Ahead Eagles • 26 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.1M
36.5
Derry Murkin
FC Utrecht • 26 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.1M
36.5
Jasper Dahlhaus
Fortuna Sittard • 24 years old
€1.1M
€1.3M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.3M
32.0
Arthur Zagré
Excelsior Rotterdam • 24 years old
€1.0M
€1.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.2M
31.0
Yannick Leliendal
FC Volendam • 24 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.0M
28.8
Thomas Ouwejan
NEC Nijmegen • 29 years old
€1.2M
€900K
-22.6%
Expected: €746K
26.8
Boy Kemper
NAC Breda • 26 years old
€735K
€850K
+15.6%
Expected: €875K
25.8
Sherel Floranus
PEC Zwolle • 27 years old
€845K
€800K
-5.4%
Expected: €700K
25.2
Aske Adelgaard
Go Ahead Eagles • 22 years old
€605K
€700K
+15.6%
Expected: €741K
24.2
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)
FC Utrecht's Souffian El Karouani at 25 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 11.54×. That means Souffian El Karouani is valued 11.54× higher than the median player in the 24-26 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is PSV Eindhoven's Anass Salah-Eddine, who is 24 years old, with a 9.23× PPVE. Third is Jordan Bos of Feyenoord Rotterdam, who is 23 years old with a 7.14× 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 11.54× means the player is worth 1054% 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 | Souffian El Karouani FC Utrecht | 25 | 24-26 | €15.0M | €1.3M | 11.54× |
| #2 | Anass Salah-Eddine PSV Eindhoven | 24 | 24-26 | €12.0M | €1.3M | 9.23× |
| #3 | Jordan Bos Feyenoord Rotterdam | 23 | 21-23 | €5.0M | €700K | 7.14× |
| #4 | Mateo Chávez AZ Alkmaar | 22 | 21-23 | €3.0M | €700K | 4.29× |
| #5 | Vasilios Zagaritis SC Heerenveen | 25 | 24-26 | €2.0M | €1.3M | 1.54× |
| #6 | Jasper Dahlhaus Fortuna Sittard | 24 | 24-26 | €1.3M | €1.3M | 1.00× |
| #7 | Aske Adelgaard Go Ahead Eagles | 22 | 21-23 | €700K | €700K | 1.00× |
| #8 | Mats Rots Twente Enschede FC | 20 | U21 | €5.0M | €5.0M | 1.00× |
| #9 | Arthur Zagré Excelsior Rotterdam | 24 | 24-26 | €1.2M | €1.3M | 0.92× |
| #10 | Wouter Prins FC Groningen | 22 | 21-23 | €600K | €700K | 0.86× |
| #11 | Yannick Leliendal FC Volendam | 24 | 24-26 | €1.0M | €1.3M | 0.77× |
| #12 | Mike Kleijn Sparta Rotterdam | 21 | 21-23 | €250K | €700K | 0.36× |
| #13 | Simon Janssen Excelsior Rotterdam | 25 | 24-26 | €450K | €1.3M | 0.35× |
| #14 | Djevencio van der Kust Heracles Almelo | 25 | 24-26 | €450K | €1.3M | 0.35× |
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)
Twente Enschede FC's Mats Rots at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +35%. That means Mats Rots is projected to appreciate 35% as they reach their peak age in 6 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Sparta Rotterdam's Mike Kleijn, who is 21 years old, with a +30% RPP (5 years to peak). Third is Aske Adelgaard of Go Ahead Eagles, who is 22 years old with a +25% RPP (4 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 | Mats Rots Twente Enschede FC | 20 | 6 | €5.0M | €7.7M | +35% |
| #2 | Mike Kleijn Sparta Rotterdam | 21 | 5 | €250K | €359K | +30% |
| #3 | Aske Adelgaard Go Ahead Eagles | 22 | 4 | €700K | €936K | +25% |
| #4 | Wouter Prins FC Groningen | 22 | 4 | €600K | €802K | +25% |
| #5 | Mateo Chávez AZ Alkmaar | 22 | 4 | €3.0M | €4.0M | +25% |
| #6 | Jordan Bos Feyenoord Rotterdam | 23 | 3 | €5.0M | €6.2M | +20% |
| #7 | Arthur Zagré Excelsior Rotterdam | 24 | 2 | €1.2M | €1.4M | +14% |
| #8 | Anass Salah-Eddine PSV Eindhoven | 24 | 2 | €12.0M | €13.9M | +14% |
| #9 | Yannick Leliendal FC Volendam | 24 | 2 | €1.0M | €1.2M | +14% |
| #10 | Jasper Dahlhaus Fortuna Sittard | 24 | 2 | €1.3M | €1.5M | +14% |
| #11 | Souffian El Karouani FC Utrecht | 25 | 1 | €15.0M | €16.1M | +7% |
| #12 | Vasilios Zagaritis SC Heerenveen | 25 | 1 | €2.0M | €2.2M | +7% |
| #13 | Simon Janssen Excelsior Rotterdam | 25 | 1 | €450K | €484K | +7% |
| #14 | Djevencio van der Kust Heracles Almelo | 25 | 1 | €450K | €484K | +7% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Twente Enschede FC's Mats Rots has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 46.3. That means Mats Rots has 15% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Sparta Rotterdam's Mike Kleijn with a 33.7 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Jordan Bos of Feyenoord Rotterdam with a 27.5 RAU (7% 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 | Mats Rots Twente Enschede FC | €5.7M | €4.9M-6.5M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #2 | Mike Kleijn Sparta Rotterdam | €276K | €238K-314K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #3 | Jordan Bos Feyenoord Rotterdam | €5.4M | €4.7M-6.0M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #4 | Wouter Prins FC Groningen | €635K | €559K-711K | +6% | 23.0 |
| #5 | Aske Adelgaard Go Ahead Eagles | €741K | €652K-830K | +6% | 23.0 |
| #6 | Mateo Chávez AZ Alkmaar | €3.2M | €2.8M-3.6M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #7 | Boy Kemper NAC Breda | €875K | €770K-980K | +3% | 12.0 |
| #8 | Kolbeinn Finnsson FC Utrecht | €515K | €453K-577K | +3% | 12.0 |
| #9 | Owen Wijndal Ajax Amsterdam | €4.1M | €3.6M-4.6M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #10 | Derry Murkin FC Utrecht | €2.1M | €1.8M-2.3M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #11 | Dean James Go Ahead Eagles | €2.1M | €1.8M-2.3M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #12 | Anass Salah-Eddine PSV Eindhoven | €12.3M | €10.8M-13.8M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #13 | Arthur Zagré Excelsior Rotterdam | €1.2M | €1.1M-1.4M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #14 | Yannick Leliendal FC Volendam | €1.0M | €901K-1.1M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #15 | Jasper Dahlhaus Fortuna Sittard | €1.3M | €1.2M-1.5M | +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-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)
Ajax Amsterdam's Oleksandr Zinchenko in the 27-29 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +20.8%. That means Mauro Júnior captures 42.2% of total market value while representing only 21.4% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is NEC Nijmegen's Thomas Ouwejan with a +20.8% ASC (42.2% value share vs 21.4% player share in 27-29 bracket). Third is Sherel Floranus of PEC Zwolle with a +20.8% ASC (42.2% value vs 21.4% players in 27-29 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +20.8% ASC means the player captures 20.8% 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 | Oleksandr Zinchenko Ajax Amsterdam | 27-29 | 42.2% | 21.4% | +20.8% |
| #2 | Thomas Ouwejan NEC Nijmegen | 27-29 | 42.2% | 21.4% | +20.8% |
| #3 | Sherel Floranus PEC Zwolle | 27-29 | 42.2% | 21.4% | +20.8% |
| #4 | Mees de Wit AZ Alkmaar | 27-29 | 42.2% | 21.4% | +20.8% |
| #5 | Mauro Júnior PSV Eindhoven | 27-29 | 42.2% | 21.4% | +20.8% |
| #6 | Gijs Smal Feyenoord Rotterdam | 27-29 | 42.2% | 21.4% | +20.8% |
| #7 | Marvin Peersman FC Groningen | 30+ | 1.1% | 10.7% | -9.6% |
| #8 | Daley Sinkgraven Fortuna Sittard | 30+ | 1.1% | 10.7% | -9.6% |
| #9 | Patrick van Aanholt Sparta Rotterdam | 30+ | 1.1% | 10.7% | -9.6% |
| #10 | Mateo Chávez AZ Alkmaar | 21-23 | 9.4% | 17.9% | -8.4% |
| #11 | Aske Adelgaard Go Ahead Eagles | 21-23 | 9.4% | 17.9% | -8.4% |
| #12 | Wouter Prins FC Groningen | 21-23 | 9.4% | 17.9% | -8.4% |
| #13 | Mike Kleijn Sparta Rotterdam | 21-23 | 9.4% | 17.9% | -8.4% |
| #14 | Jordan Bos Feyenoord Rotterdam | 21-23 | 9.4% | 17.9% | -8.4% |
| #15 | Kolbeinn Finnsson FC Utrecht | 24-26 | 42.3% | 46.4% | -4.1% |
| #16 | Owen Wijndal Ajax Amsterdam | 24-26 | 42.3% | 46.4% | -4.1% |
| #17 | Boy Kemper NAC Breda | 24-26 | 42.3% | 46.4% | -4.1% |
| #18 | Simon Janssen Excelsior Rotterdam | 24-26 | 42.3% | 46.4% | -4.1% |
| #19 | Derry Murkin FC Utrecht | 24-26 | 42.3% | 46.4% | -4.1% |
| #20 | Anass Salah-Eddine PSV Eindhoven | 24-26 | 42.3% | 46.4% | -4.1% |
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, 6 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 17 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 €800K. 0 undervalued, 1 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Marvin Peersman FC Groningen | €300K | €1.3M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Oleksandr Zinchenko Ajax Amsterdam | €15.0M | €1.3M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Simon Janssen Excelsior Rotterdam | €450K | €1.3M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Djevencio van der Kust Heracles Almelo | €450K | €1.3M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Kolbeinn Finnsson FC Utrecht | €500K | €1.3M | -0.47 | Fair Value |
Boy Kemper NAC Breda | €850K | €1.3M | -0.23 | Fair Value |
Mike Kleijn Sparta Rotterdam | €250K | €1.3M | -0.19 | Fair Value |
Yannick Leliendal FC Volendam | €1.0M | €1.3M | -0.13 | Fair Value |
Sherel Floranus PEC Zwolle | €800K | €1.3M | -0.05 | Fair Value |
Wouter Prins FC Groningen | €600K | €1.3M | -0.04 | Fair Value |
Daley Sinkgraven Fortuna Sittard | €400K | €1.3M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Thomas Ouwejan NEC Nijmegen | €900K | €1.3M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Mauro Júnior PSV Eindhoven | €17.0M | €1.3M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Gijs Smal Feyenoord Rotterdam | €6.0M | €1.3M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Anass Salah-Eddine PSV Eindhoven | €12.0M | €1.3M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Patrick van Aanholt Sparta Rotterdam | €400K | €1.3M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Arthur Zagré Excelsior Rotterdam | €1.2M | €1.3M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Souffian El Karouani FC Utrecht | €15.0M | €1.3M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Aske Adelgaard Go Ahead Eagles | €700K | €1.3M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Jordan Bos Feyenoord Rotterdam | €5.0M | €1.3M | 0.00 | Fair Value |