Best Right-Backs in the Eredivisie (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Eredivisie Right-Backs 2023-24
Our database tracked 32 Eredivisie Right-Backs in the 2023-24 season, representing 17 clubs with a combined market value of €119.1M. The average market value for Eredivisie Right-Backs was €3.7M, with the average age at 26.0 years old.
The most valuable right-back in the Eredivisie was Givairo Read, worth €25.0M and played for Feyenoord Rotterdam at 20 years old. The top 5 Right-Backs averaged €13.8M in market value, including Sergiño Dest and Takehiro Tomiyasu.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked right-back was Mats Egbring (19 years, SC Heerenveen, €300K), while the oldest was Denis Odoi (38 years, NAC Breda, €200K). Research shows Right-Backs typically peak at age 27.
Historical analysis showed 15 Right-Backs (47%) 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 Right-Backs remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2023-24 season.
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Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Eredivisie Right-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 17 clubs with €119.1M combined value.
Age Distribution: Eredivisie Right-Backs
The Eredivisie RB market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 27-29 bracket (9 players, 28% of market). The 24-26 age group holds the most value at €40.8M, averaging €5.1M per player.
Top Right-Backs by Age Bracket
U21 Years (3 players)
21-23 Years (7 players)
24-26 Years (8 players)
27-29 Years (9 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 4 Right-Backs (13% of players) control €62.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with high (€15-30m) tier representing 6% of the Eredivisie RB pool.
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Eredivisie Right-Backs
Among 17 Eredivisie clubs, Feyenoord Rotterdam leads with 4 Right-Backs worth €34.0M (averaging €8.5M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 69% of tracked Right-Backs.
Feyenoord Rotterdam (4 Right-Backs)
PSV Eindhoven (2 Right-Backs)
Ajax Amsterdam (3 Right-Backs)
AZ Alkmaar (2 Right-Backs)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Givairo Read
Feyenoord Rotterdam • 20 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €28.7M
74.7
Sergiño Dest
PSV Eindhoven • 25 years old
€15.6M
€18.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €17.6M
71.5
Takehiro Tomiyasu
Ajax Amsterdam • 27 years old
€12.7M
€12.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €10.5M
66.1
Kiliann Sildillia
PSV Eindhoven • 24 years old
€6.1M
€7.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €7.2M
56.6
Bart van Rooij
Twente Enschede FC • 25 years old
€6.1M
€7.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.8M
56.1
Denso Kasius
AZ Alkmaar • 23 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.4M
55.1
Anton Gaaei
Ajax Amsterdam • 23 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.4M
52.9
Jordan Lotomba
Feyenoord Rotterdam • 27 years old
€5.3M
€5.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €4.4M
51.6
Oliver Braude
SC Heerenveen • 22 years old
€3.9M
€4.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.8M
50.9
Siebe Horemans
FC Utrecht • 28 years old
€5.8M
€4.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €3.9M
50.4
Lucas Rosa
Ajax Amsterdam • 26 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.1M
48.7
Seiya Maikuma
AZ Alkmaar • 28 years old
€3.9M
€3.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.6M
41.7
Shurandy Sambo
Sparta Rotterdam • 24 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.0M
37.4
Bart Nieuwkoop
Feyenoord Rotterdam • 30 years old
€2.6M
€2.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.7M
36.9
Mats Deijl
Feyenoord Rotterdam • 28 years old
€2.6M
€2.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.8M
36.7
Neraysho Kasanwirjo
Fortuna Sittard • 24 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.5M
33.8
Alfons Sampsted
Go Ahead Eagles • 28 years old
€1.9M
€1.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.3M
33.1
Marco Rente
FC Groningen • 29 years old
€1.3M
€1.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €829K
28.2
Tristan Gooijer
PEC Zwolle • 21 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
28.0
Eli Dasa
NEC Nijmegen • 33 years old
€1.0M
€800K
-22.6%
Expected: €700K
25.8
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)
Feyenoord Rotterdam's Givairo Read at 20 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 35.71×. That means Givairo Read is valued 35.71× higher than the median player in the U21 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is AZ Alkmaar's Denso Kasius, who is 23 years old, with a 6.00× PPVE. Third is Anton Gaaei of Ajax Amsterdam, who is 23 years old with a 5.00× 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 35.71× means the player is worth 3471% 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 | Givairo Read Feyenoord Rotterdam | 20 | U21 | €25.0M | €700K | 35.71× |
| #2 | Denso Kasius AZ Alkmaar | 23 | 21-23 | €6.0M | €1.0M | 6.00× |
| #3 | Anton Gaaei Ajax Amsterdam | 23 | 21-23 | €5.0M | €1.0M | 5.00× |
| #4 | Oliver Braude SC Heerenveen | 22 | 21-23 | €4.5M | €1.0M | 4.50× |
| #5 | Sergiño Dest PSV Eindhoven | 25 | 24-26 | €18.0M | €7.0M | 2.57× |
| #6 | Bart van Rooij Twente Enschede FC | 25 | 24-26 | €7.0M | €7.0M | 1.00× |
| #7 | Kiliann Sildillia PSV Eindhoven | 24 | 24-26 | €7.0M | €7.0M | 1.00× |
| #8 | Tristan Gooijer PEC Zwolle | 21 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €1.0M | 1.00× |
| #9 | Cherrion Valerius NAC Breda | 20 | U21 | €700K | €700K | 1.00× |
| #10 | Olivier Aertssen PEC Zwolle | 21 | 21-23 | €750K | €1.0M | 0.75× |
| #11 | Mimeirhel Benita Heracles Almelo | 22 | 21-23 | €700K | €1.0M | 0.70× |
| #12 | Deron Payne FC Volendam | 23 | 21-23 | €600K | €1.0M | 0.60× |
| #13 | Mats Egbring SC Heerenveen | 19 | U21 | €300K | €700K | 0.43× |
| #14 | Shurandy Sambo Sparta Rotterdam | 24 | 24-26 | €2.0M | €7.0M | 0.29× |
| #15 | Neraysho Kasanwirjo Fortuna Sittard | 24 | 24-26 | €1.5M | €7.0M | 0.21× |
| #16 | Jannes Wieckhoff Heracles Almelo | 25 | 24-26 | €500K | €7.0M | 0.07× |
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)
SC Heerenveen's Mats Egbring at 19 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +40%. That means Mats Egbring is projected to appreciate 40% as they reach their peak age in 7 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is NAC Breda's Cherrion Valerius, who is 20 years old, with a +35% RPP (6 years to peak). Third is Givairo Read of Feyenoord Rotterdam, who is 20 years old with a +35% RPP (6 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 40% RPP means the player is expected to gain 40% 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 Egbring SC Heerenveen | 19 | 7 | €300K | €499K | +40% |
| #2 | Cherrion Valerius NAC Breda | 20 | 6 | €700K | €1.1M | +35% |
| #3 | Givairo Read Feyenoord Rotterdam | 20 | 6 | €25.0M | €38.6M | +35% |
| #4 | Tristan Gooijer PEC Zwolle | 21 | 5 | €1.0M | €1.4M | +30% |
| #5 | Olivier Aertssen PEC Zwolle | 21 | 5 | €750K | €1.1M | +30% |
| #6 | Mimeirhel Benita Heracles Almelo | 22 | 4 | €700K | €936K | +25% |
| #7 | Oliver Braude SC Heerenveen | 22 | 4 | €4.5M | €6.0M | +25% |
| #8 | Denso Kasius AZ Alkmaar | 23 | 3 | €6.0M | €7.5M | +20% |
| #9 | Anton Gaaei Ajax Amsterdam | 23 | 3 | €5.0M | €6.2M | +20% |
| #10 | Deron Payne FC Volendam | 23 | 3 | €600K | €746K | +20% |
| #11 | Kiliann Sildillia PSV Eindhoven | 24 | 2 | €7.0M | €8.1M | +14% |
| #12 | Shurandy Sambo Sparta Rotterdam | 24 | 2 | €2.0M | €2.3M | +14% |
| #13 | Neraysho Kasanwirjo Fortuna Sittard | 24 | 2 | €1.5M | €1.7M | +14% |
| #14 | Jannes Wieckhoff Heracles Almelo | 25 | 1 | €500K | €538K | +7% |
| #15 | Bart van Rooij Twente Enschede FC | 25 | 1 | €7.0M | €7.5M | +7% |
| #16 | Sergiño Dest PSV Eindhoven | 25 | 1 | €18.0M | €19.4M | +7% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
SC Heerenveen's Mats Egbring has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 58.0. That means Mats Egbring has 19% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is NAC Breda's Cherrion Valerius with a 46.3 RAU (15% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Givairo Read of Feyenoord Rotterdam with a 46.3 RAU (15% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 58.0 means the upside is 58.0× 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 Egbring SC Heerenveen | €357K | €308K-407K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #2 | Cherrion Valerius NAC Breda | €803K | €692K-913K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #3 | Givairo Read Feyenoord Rotterdam | €28.7M | €24.7M-32.6M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #4 | Olivier Aertssen PEC Zwolle | €827K | €713K-941K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #5 | Tristan Gooijer PEC Zwolle | €1.1M | €950K-1.3M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #6 | Deron Payne FC Volendam | €642K | €565K-719K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #7 | Anton Gaaei Ajax Amsterdam | €5.4M | €4.7M-6.0M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #8 | Denso Kasius AZ Alkmaar | €6.4M | €5.7M-7.2M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #9 | Oliver Braude SC Heerenveen | €4.8M | €4.2M-5.3M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #10 | Mimeirhel Benita Heracles Almelo | €741K | €652K-830K | +6% | 23.0 |
| #11 | Niklas Vesterlund FC Utrecht | €824K | €725K-923K | +3% | 12.0 |
| #12 | Lucas Rosa Ajax Amsterdam | €4.1M | €3.6M-4.6M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #13 | Kiliann Sildillia PSV Eindhoven | €7.2M | €6.3M-8.0M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #14 | Neraysho Kasanwirjo Fortuna Sittard | €1.5M | €1.4M-1.7M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #15 | Shurandy Sambo Sparta Rotterdam | €2.0M | €1.8M-2.3M | +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: right-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)
NEC Nijmegen's Eli Dasa in the 30+ age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-12.6%. That means Bart Nieuwkoop captures 3.1% of total market value while representing only 15.6% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is Feyenoord Rotterdam's Bart Nieuwkoop with a +-12.6% ASC (3.1% value share vs 15.6% player share in 30+ bracket). Third is Saïd Bakari of Sparta Rotterdam with a +-12.6% ASC (3.1% value vs 15.6% players in 30+ bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-12.6% ASC means the player captures -12.6% 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 | Eli Dasa NEC Nijmegen | 30+ | 3.1% | 15.6% | -12.6% |
| #2 | Bart Nieuwkoop Feyenoord Rotterdam | 30+ | 3.1% | 15.6% | -12.6% |
| #3 | Saïd Bakari Sparta Rotterdam | 30+ | 3.1% | 15.6% | -12.6% |
| #4 | Denis Odoi NAC Breda | 30+ | 3.1% | 15.6% | -12.6% |
| #5 | Ivo Pinto Fortuna Sittard | 30+ | 3.1% | 15.6% | -12.6% |
| #6 | Mats Egbring SC Heerenveen | U21 | 21.8% | 9.4% | +12.5% |
| #7 | Cherrion Valerius NAC Breda | U21 | 21.8% | 9.4% | +12.5% |
| #8 | Givairo Read Feyenoord Rotterdam | U21 | 21.8% | 9.4% | +12.5% |
| #9 | Sergiño Dest PSV Eindhoven | 24-26 | 34.3% | 25.0% | +9.3% |
| #10 | Shurandy Sambo Sparta Rotterdam | 24-26 | 34.3% | 25.0% | +9.3% |
| #11 | Niklas Vesterlund FC Utrecht | 24-26 | 34.3% | 25.0% | +9.3% |
| #12 | Jannes Wieckhoff Heracles Almelo | 24-26 | 34.3% | 25.0% | +9.3% |
| #13 | Lucas Rosa Ajax Amsterdam | 24-26 | 34.3% | 25.0% | +9.3% |
| #14 | Neraysho Kasanwirjo Fortuna Sittard | 24-26 | 34.3% | 25.0% | +9.3% |
| #15 | Bart van Rooij Twente Enschede FC | 24-26 | 34.3% | 25.0% | +9.3% |
| #16 | Kiliann Sildillia PSV Eindhoven | 24-26 | 34.3% | 25.0% | +9.3% |
| #17 | Denso Kasius AZ Alkmaar | 21-23 | 15.6% | 21.9% | -6.3% |
| #18 | Mimeirhel Benita Heracles Almelo | 21-23 | 15.6% | 21.9% | -6.3% |
| #19 | Tristan Gooijer PEC Zwolle | 21-23 | 15.6% | 21.9% | -6.3% |
| #20 | Anton Gaaei Ajax Amsterdam | 21-23 | 15.6% | 21.9% | -6.3% |
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: 1 immediate targets, 9 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 15 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
WATCH LIST - High Upside
No players in this category
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 €25.0M. 0 undervalued, 3 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Mats Egbring SC Heerenveen | €300K | €1.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Jordan Lotomba Feyenoord Rotterdam | €5.0M | €1.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Anton Gaaei Ajax Amsterdam | €5.0M | €1.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Jannes Wieckhoff Heracles Almelo | €500K | €1.5M | -0.83 | Good Value |
Niklas Vesterlund FC Utrecht | €800K | €1.5M | -0.58 | Good Value |
Deron Payne FC Volendam | €600K | €1.5M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Boyd Lucassen NAC Breda | €450K | €1.5M | -0.45 | Fair Value |
Denis Odoi NAC Breda | €200K | €1.5M | -0.36 | Fair Value |
Ilias Bronkhorst Excelsior Rotterdam | €650K | €1.5M | -0.36 | Fair Value |
Ivo Pinto Fortuna Sittard | €250K | €1.5M | -0.27 | Fair Value |
Marco Rente FC Groningen | €1.0M | €1.5M | -0.21 | Fair Value |
Mimeirhel Benita Heracles Almelo | €700K | €1.5M | -0.17 | Fair Value |
Takehiro Tomiyasu Ajax Amsterdam | €12.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Alfons Sampsted Go Ahead Eagles | €1.5M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Sergiño Dest PSV Eindhoven | €18.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Neraysho Kasanwirjo Fortuna Sittard | €1.5M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Saïd Bakari Sparta Rotterdam | €400K | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Bart van Rooij Twente Enschede FC | €7.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Kiliann Sildillia PSV Eindhoven | €7.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Denso Kasius AZ Alkmaar | €6.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |