Best Strikers in the Eredivisie (Dec 2025)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Eredivisie Strikers 2025-26
Our database tracks 47 Eredivisie Strikers in the 2025-26 season, representing 18 clubs with a combined market value of €130.7M. The average market value for Eredivisie Strikers is €2.8M, with the average age at 26.8 years old.
The most valuable striker in the Eredivisie is Troy Parrott, worth €16.0M and playing for AZ Alkmaar at 23 years old. The top 5 Strikers average €13.0M in market value, including Ricardo Pepi and Kasper Dolberg.
Age distribution shows the youngest tracked striker is Don-Angelo Konadu (19 years, Ajax Amsterdam, €800K), while the oldest is Lucas Pérez (37 years, Without Club, €400K). Research shows Strikers typically peak at age 26.
Our 1-year forecast model projects 21 Strikers (45%) 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 Strikers 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 Eredivisie
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Eredivisie Strikers. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 18 clubs with €130.7M combined value.
Age Distribution: Eredivisie Strikers
The Eredivisie ST market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 24-26 bracket (11 players, 23% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €48.8M, averaging €4.9M per player.
Top Strikers by Age Bracket
U21 Years (4 players)
21-23 Years (10 players)
24-26 Years (11 players)
27-29 Years (11 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 5 Strikers (11% of players) control €65.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with high (€15-30m) tier representing 4% of the Eredivisie ST pool.
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Eredivisie Strikers
Among 18 Eredivisie clubs, PSV Eindhoven leads with 3 Strikers worth €28.0M (averaging €9.3M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 66% of tracked Strikers.
PSV Eindhoven (3 Strikers)
AZ Alkmaar (3 Strikers)
Feyenoord Rotterdam (3 Strikers)
Ajax Amsterdam (3 Strikers)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Troy Parrott
AZ Alkmaar • 23 years old
€13.8M
€16.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €17.1M
70.9
Ricardo Pepi
PSV Eindhoven • 22 years old
€13.8M
€16.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €16.9M
70.3
Kasper Dolberg
Ajax Amsterdam • 28 years old
€16.8M
€13.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €11.4M
67.2
Mexx Meerdink
AZ Alkmaar • 22 years old
€8.6M
€10.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €10.6M
60.9
Ayase Ueda
Feyenoord Rotterdam • 27 years old
€10.6M
€10.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €8.8M
60.2
Myron Boadu
PSV Eindhoven • 24 years old
€6.1M
€7.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €7.2M
56.6
Casper Tengstedt
Feyenoord Rotterdam • 25 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.9M
54.2
Alassane Pléa
PSV Eindhoven • 32 years old
€6.5M
€5.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €4.4M
52.1
Wout Weghorst
Ajax Amsterdam • 33 years old
€5.2M
€4.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €3.5M
49.4
Cyle Larin
Feyenoord Rotterdam • 30 years old
€4.5M
€3.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.9M
47.5
Tobias Lauritsen
Sparta Rotterdam • 28 years old
€4.5M
€3.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €3.1M
47.2
Sébastien Haller
FC Utrecht • 31 years old
€3.9M
€3.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.5M
42.0
Sam Lammers
Twente Enschede FC • 28 years old
€3.9M
€3.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.6M
41.7
Koki Ogawa
NEC Nijmegen • 28 years old
€3.2M
€2.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.2M
39.4
Kento Shiogai
NEC Nijmegen • 20 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.9M
38.8
Dylan Vente
SC Heerenveen • 26 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.1M
36.5
Milan Smit
Go Ahead Eagles • 22 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.6M
33.7
David Min
FC Utrecht • 26 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.5M
32.9
Noah Ohio
FC Utrecht • 22 years old
€1.1M
€1.3M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.4M
31.9
Brynjólfur Willumsson
FC Groningen • 25 years old
€1.1M
€1.3M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.3M
31.6
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)
AZ Alkmaar's Troy Parrott at 23 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 12.31×. That means Troy Parrott is valued 12.31× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is PSV Eindhoven's Ricardo Pepi, who is 22 years old, with a 12.31× PPVE. Third is Mexx Meerdink of AZ Alkmaar, who is 22 years old with a 7.69× 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 12.31× means the player is worth 1131% 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 | Troy Parrott AZ Alkmaar | 23 | 21-23 | €16.0M | €1.3M | 12.31× |
| #2 | Ricardo Pepi PSV Eindhoven | 22 | 21-23 | €16.0M | €1.3M | 12.31× |
| #3 | Mexx Meerdink AZ Alkmaar | 22 | 21-23 | €10.0M | €1.3M | 7.69× |
| #4 | Myron Boadu PSV Eindhoven | 24 | 24-26 | €7.0M | €1.3M | 5.38× |
| #5 | Casper Tengstedt Feyenoord Rotterdam | 25 | 24-26 | €6.0M | €1.3M | 4.62× |
| #6 | Kento Shiogai NEC Nijmegen | 20 | U21 | €2.5M | €1.0M | 2.50× |
| #7 | Milan Smit Go Ahead Eagles | 22 | 21-23 | €1.5M | €1.3M | 1.15× |
| #8 | Moussa Soumano NAC Breda | 20 | U21 | €1.0M | €1.0M | 1.00× |
| #9 | Brynjólfur Willumsson FC Groningen | 25 | 24-26 | €1.3M | €1.3M | 1.00× |
| #10 | Noah Ohio FC Utrecht | 22 | 21-23 | €1.3M | €1.3M | 1.00× |
| #11 | Thom van Bergen FC Groningen | 21 | 21-23 | €1.3M | €1.3M | 1.00× |
| #12 | Don-Angelo Konadu Ajax Amsterdam | 19 | U21 | €800K | €1.0M | 0.80× |
| #13 | Sydney van Hooijdonk NAC Breda | 25 | 24-26 | €1.0M | €1.3M | 0.77× |
| #14 | Lequincio Zeefuik AZ Alkmaar | 21 | 21-23 | €850K | €1.3M | 0.65× |
| #15 | Vaclav Sejk SC Heerenveen | 23 | 21-23 | €800K | €1.3M | 0.62× |
| #16 | Anthony Descotte FC Volendam | 22 | 21-23 | €650K | €1.3M | 0.50× |
| #17 | Jesse van de Haar FC Utrecht | 20 | U21 | €450K | €1.0M | 0.45× |
| #18 | Thomas Buitink PEC Zwolle | 25 | 24-26 | €400K | €1.3M | 0.31× |
| #19 | Thibo Baeten Go Ahead Eagles | 23 | 21-23 | €400K | €1.3M | 0.31× |
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)
Ajax Amsterdam's Don-Angelo Konadu at 19 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +40%. That means Don-Angelo Konadu 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 Moussa Soumano, who is 20 years old, with a +35% RPP (6 years to peak). Third is Kento Shiogai of NEC Nijmegen, 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 | Don-Angelo Konadu Ajax Amsterdam | 19 | 7 | €800K | €1.3M | +40% |
| #2 | Moussa Soumano NAC Breda | 20 | 6 | €1.0M | €1.5M | +35% |
| #3 | Kento Shiogai NEC Nijmegen | 20 | 6 | €2.5M | €3.9M | +35% |
| #4 | Jesse van de Haar FC Utrecht | 20 | 6 | €450K | €696K | +35% |
| #5 | Lequincio Zeefuik AZ Alkmaar | 21 | 5 | €850K | €1.2M | +30% |
| #6 | Thom van Bergen FC Groningen | 21 | 5 | €1.3M | €1.9M | +30% |
| #7 | Mexx Meerdink AZ Alkmaar | 22 | 4 | €10.0M | €13.4M | +25% |
| #8 | Ricardo Pepi PSV Eindhoven | 22 | 4 | €16.0M | €21.4M | +25% |
| #9 | Noah Ohio FC Utrecht | 22 | 4 | €1.3M | €1.7M | +25% |
| #10 | Anthony Descotte FC Volendam | 22 | 4 | €650K | €869K | +25% |
| #11 | Milan Smit Go Ahead Eagles | 22 | 4 | €1.5M | €2.0M | +25% |
| #12 | Troy Parrott AZ Alkmaar | 23 | 3 | €16.0M | €19.9M | +20% |
| #13 | Thibo Baeten Go Ahead Eagles | 23 | 3 | €400K | €497K | +20% |
| #14 | Vaclav Sejk SC Heerenveen | 23 | 3 | €800K | €995K | +20% |
| #15 | Myron Boadu PSV Eindhoven | 24 | 2 | €7.0M | €8.1M | +14% |
| #16 | Sydney van Hooijdonk NAC Breda | 25 | 1 | €1.0M | €1.1M | +7% |
| #17 | Casper Tengstedt Feyenoord Rotterdam | 25 | 1 | €6.0M | €6.5M | +7% |
| #18 | Brynjólfur Willumsson FC Groningen | 25 | 1 | €1.3M | €1.4M | +7% |
| #19 | Thomas Buitink PEC Zwolle | 25 | 1 | €400K | €430K | +7% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Ajax Amsterdam's Don-Angelo Konadu has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 58.0. That means Don-Angelo Konadu has 19% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is NAC Breda's Moussa Soumano with a 46.3 RAU (15% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Jesse van de Haar of FC Utrecht 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 | Don-Angelo Konadu Ajax Amsterdam | €953K | €821K-1.1M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #2 | Moussa Soumano NAC Breda | €1.1M | €988K-1.3M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #3 | Jesse van de Haar FC Utrecht | €516K | €445K-587K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #4 | Kento Shiogai NEC Nijmegen | €2.9M | €2.5M-3.3M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #5 | Lequincio Zeefuik AZ Alkmaar | €937K | €808K-1.1M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #6 | Thom van Bergen FC Groningen | €1.4M | €1.2M-1.6M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #7 | Troy Parrott AZ Alkmaar | €17.1M | €15.1M-19.2M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #8 | Thibo Baeten Go Ahead Eagles | €428K | €377K-480K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #9 | Vaclav Sejk SC Heerenveen | €857K | €754K-959K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #10 | Ricardo Pepi PSV Eindhoven | €16.9M | €14.9M-19.0M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #11 | Noah Ohio FC Utrecht | €1.4M | €1.2M-1.5M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #12 | Anthony Descotte FC Volendam | €688K | €605K-771K | +6% | 23.0 |
| #13 | Milan Smit Go Ahead Eagles | €1.6M | €1.4M-1.8M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #14 | Mexx Meerdink AZ Alkmaar | €10.6M | €9.3M-11.9M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #15 | Nökkvi Thórisson Sparta Rotterdam | €618K | €544K-692K | +3% | 12.0 |
| #16 | Koen Kostons PEC Zwolle | €875K | €770K-980K | +3% | 12.0 |
| #17 | Luka Kulenovic Heracles Almelo | €875K | €770K-980K | +3% | 12.0 |
| #18 | Youssef El Kachati NEC Nijmegen | €824K | €725K-923K | +3% | 12.0 |
| #19 | Dylan Vente SC Heerenveen | €2.1M | €1.8M-2.3M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #20 | David Min FC Utrecht | €1.5M | €1.4M-1.7M | +3% | 12.0 |
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: striker position shows strong 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)
Go Ahead Eagles's Thibo Baeten in the 21-23 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +16.1%. That means Troy Parrott captures 37.3% of total market value while representing only 21.3% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is AZ Alkmaar's Troy Parrott with a +16.1% ASC (37.3% value share vs 21.3% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Noah Ohio of FC Utrecht with a +16.1% ASC (37.3% value vs 21.3% players in 21-23 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +16.1% ASC means the player captures 16.1% 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 | Thibo Baeten Go Ahead Eagles | 21-23 | 37.3% | 21.3% | +16.1% |
| #2 | Troy Parrott AZ Alkmaar | 21-23 | 37.3% | 21.3% | +16.1% |
| #3 | Noah Ohio FC Utrecht | 21-23 | 37.3% | 21.3% | +16.1% |
| #4 | Anthony Descotte FC Volendam | 21-23 | 37.3% | 21.3% | +16.1% |
| #5 | Ricardo Pepi PSV Eindhoven | 21-23 | 37.3% | 21.3% | +16.1% |
| #6 | Vaclav Sejk SC Heerenveen | 21-23 | 37.3% | 21.3% | +16.1% |
| #7 | Thom van Bergen FC Groningen | 21-23 | 37.3% | 21.3% | +16.1% |
| #8 | Mexx Meerdink AZ Alkmaar | 21-23 | 37.3% | 21.3% | +16.1% |
| #9 | Milan Smit Go Ahead Eagles | 21-23 | 37.3% | 21.3% | +16.1% |
| #10 | Lequincio Zeefuik AZ Alkmaar | 21-23 | 37.3% | 21.3% | +16.1% |
| #11 | Alassane Pléa PSV Eindhoven | 30+ | 13.5% | 23.4% | -9.9% |
| #12 | Paul Gladon Fortuna Sittard | 30+ | 13.5% | 23.4% | -9.9% |
| #13 | Sébastien Haller FC Utrecht | 30+ | 13.5% | 23.4% | -9.9% |
| #14 | Mike van Duinen Excelsior Rotterdam | 30+ | 13.5% | 23.4% | -9.9% |
| #15 | Robert Mühren FC Volendam | 30+ | 13.5% | 23.4% | -9.9% |
| #16 | Wout Weghorst Ajax Amsterdam | 30+ | 13.5% | 23.4% | -9.9% |
| #17 | Henk Veerman FC Volendam | 30+ | 13.5% | 23.4% | -9.9% |
| #18 | Cyle Larin Feyenoord Rotterdam | 30+ | 13.5% | 23.4% | -9.9% |
| #19 | Ricky van Wolfswinkel Twente Enschede FC | 30+ | 13.5% | 23.4% | -9.9% |
| #20 | Lucas Pérez Without Club | 30+ | 13.5% | 23.4% | -9.9% |
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: 1 immediate targets, 13 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 19 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Casper Tengstedt Feyenoord Rotterdam | €6.0M | €1.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Ayase Ueda Feyenoord Rotterdam | €10.0M | €1.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Thomas Buitink PEC Zwolle | €400K | €1.0M | -0.90 | Good Value |
Thibo Baeten Go Ahead Eagles | €400K | €1.0M | -0.69 | Good Value |
Nökkvi Thórisson Sparta Rotterdam | €600K | €1.0M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Finn Stokkers Go Ahead Eagles | €450K | €1.0M | -0.47 | Fair Value |
Charles-Andreas Brym NAC Breda | €450K | €1.0M | -0.47 | Fair Value |
Oskar Zawada FC Groningen | €700K | €1.0M | -0.33 | Fair Value |
Jesse van de Haar FC Utrecht | €450K | €1.0M | -0.32 | Fair Value |
Anthony Descotte FC Volendam | €650K | €1.0M | -0.31 | Fair Value |
Kaj Sierhuis Fortuna Sittard | €1.0M | €1.0M | -0.17 | Fair Value |
Don-Angelo Konadu Ajax Amsterdam | €800K | €1.0M | -0.12 | Fair Value |
Youssef El Kachati NEC Nijmegen | €800K | €1.0M | -0.10 | Fair Value |
Mike van Duinen Excelsior Rotterdam | €150K | €1.0M | -0.09 | Fair Value |
Vaclav Sejk SC Heerenveen | €800K | €1.0M | -0.08 | Fair Value |
Paul Gladon Fortuna Sittard | €200K | €1.0M | -0.07 | Fair Value |
Robert Mühren FC Volendam | €250K | €1.0M | -0.05 | Fair Value |
Henk Veerman FC Volendam | €350K | €1.0M | -0.02 | Fair Value |
Moussa Soumano NAC Breda | €1.0M | €1.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Alassane Pléa PSV Eindhoven | €5.0M | €1.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |