Best Right-Backs in the Jupiler Pro League (Apr 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Jupiler Pro League Right-Backs 2024-25
Our database tracked 27 Jupiler Pro League Right-Backs in the 2024-25 season, representing 16 clubs with a combined market value of €67.3M. The average market value for Jupiler Pro League Right-Backs was €2.5M, with the average age at 25.1 years old.
The most valuable right-back in the Jupiler Pro League was Zakaria El Ouahdi, worth €15.0M and played for KRC Genk at 24 years old. The top 5 Right-Backs averaged €7.0M in market value, including Kyriani Sabbe and Killian Sardella.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked right-back was Semm Renders (18 years, Royal Antwerp FC, €1.5M), while the oldest was Denis Odoi (37 years, Without Club, €250K). Research shows Right-Backs typically peak at age 27.
Historical analysis showed 18 Right-Backs (67%) increased in market value over the following 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, then-current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Jupiler Pro League market for Right-Backs remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2024-25 season.
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Explore Market Size by Position in Jupiler Pro League
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Jupiler Pro League Right-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 16 clubs with €67.3M combined value.
Age Distribution: Jupiler Pro League Right-Backs
The Jupiler Pro League RB market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (8 players, 30% of market). The 24-26 age group holds the most value at €28.0M, averaging €4.0M per player.
Top Right-Backs by Age Bracket
U21 Years (3 players)
21-23 Years (8 players)
24-26 Years (7 players)
27-29 Years (4 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 3 Right-Backs (11% of players) control €26.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with high (€15-30m) tier representing 4% of the Jupiler Pro League RB pool.
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Jupiler Pro League Right-Backs
Among 16 Jupiler Pro League clubs, KRC Genk leads with 2 Right-Backs worth €17.2M (averaging €8.6M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 78% of tracked Right-Backs.
KRC Genk (2 Right-Backs)
RSC Anderlecht (4 Right-Backs)
Club Brugge KV (2 Right-Backs)
Standard Liège (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.
Zakaria El Ouahdi
KRC Genk • 24 years old
€13.0M
€15.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €15.4M
69.7
Kyriani Sabbe
Club Brugge KV • 21 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.6M
53.9
Killian Sardella
RSC Anderlecht • 23 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.4M
52.9
Marlon Fossey
Standard Liège • 27 years old
€5.3M
€5.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €4.4M
51.6
Ilay Camara
RSC Anderlecht • 23 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.3M
50.1
Hugo Siquet
Club Brugge KV • 23 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.3M
50.1
Bryan Reynolds
KVC Westerlo • 24 years old
€3.0M
€3.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.6M
48.0
Louis Patris
Union Saint-Gilloise • 24 years old
€2.9M
€3.3M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.4M
47.2
Ken Nkuba
KRC Genk • 24 years old
€1.9M
€2.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.3M
38.6
Thérence Koudou
KV Mechelen • 21 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.2M
36.6
Ali Maamar
RSC Anderlecht • 21 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.2M
36.6
Kobe Corbanie
Royal Antwerp FC • 20 years old
€1.5M
€1.7M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.9M
34.0
Henry Lawrence
Standard Liège • 24 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.5M
33.8
Glenn Bijl
Royal Antwerp FC • 30 years old
€1.9M
€1.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.2M
33.3
Gary Magnée
Cercle Brugge • 26 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.5M
32.9
Semm Renders
Royal Antwerp FC • 18 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.9M
31.2
Ibrahim Diakité
Cercle Brugge • 22 years old
€1.0M
€1.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.3M
30.9
Kevin Van Den Kerkhof
Royal Charleroi SC • 30 years old
€1.5M
€1.2M
-22.6%
Expected: €995K
30.5
Robert-Jan Vanwesemael
Sint-Truidense VV • 24 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.0M
28.8
Thomas Foket
RSC Anderlecht • 31 years old
€1.0M
€800K
-22.6%
Expected: €663K
25.6
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)
KRC Genk's Zakaria El Ouahdi at 24 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 4.55×. That means Zakaria El Ouahdi is valued 4.55× higher than the median player in the 24-26 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Club Brugge KV's Kyriani Sabbe, who is 21 years old, with a 1.50× PPVE. Third is Killian Sardella of RSC Anderlecht, who is 23 years old with a 1.25× 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 4.55× means the player is worth 355% 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 | Zakaria El Ouahdi KRC Genk | 24 | 24-26 | €15.0M | €3.3M | 4.55× |
| #2 | Kyriani Sabbe Club Brugge KV | 21 | 21-23 | €6.0M | €4.0M | 1.50× |
| #3 | Killian Sardella RSC Anderlecht | 23 | 21-23 | €5.0M | €4.0M | 1.25× |
| #4 | Kobe Corbanie Royal Antwerp FC | 20 | U21 | €1.7M | €1.5M | 1.13× |
| #5 | Bryan Reynolds KVC Westerlo | 24 | 24-26 | €3.5M | €3.3M | 1.06× |
| #6 | Semm Renders Royal Antwerp FC | 18 | U21 | €1.5M | €1.5M | 1.00× |
| #7 | Louis Patris Union Saint-Gilloise | 24 | 24-26 | €3.3M | €3.3M | 1.00× |
| #8 | Ilay Camara RSC Anderlecht | 23 | 21-23 | €4.0M | €4.0M | 1.00× |
| #9 | Hugo Siquet Club Brugge KV | 23 | 21-23 | €4.0M | €4.0M | 1.00× |
| #10 | Ken Nkuba KRC Genk | 24 | 24-26 | €2.2M | €3.3M | 0.67× |
| #11 | Thérence Koudou KV Mechelen | 21 | 21-23 | €2.0M | €4.0M | 0.50× |
| #12 | Ali Maamar RSC Anderlecht | 21 | 21-23 | €2.0M | €4.0M | 0.50× |
| #13 | Gilles De Meyer KAA Gent | 19 | U21 | €700K | €1.5M | 0.47× |
| #14 | Henry Lawrence Standard Liège | 24 | 24-26 | €1.5M | €3.3M | 0.45× |
| #15 | Robert-Jan Vanwesemael Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | 24-26 | €1.0M | €3.3M | 0.30× |
| #16 | Ibrahim Diakité Cercle Brugge | 22 | 21-23 | €1.2M | €4.0M | 0.30× |
| #17 | Darío Benavides RAAL La Louvière | 23 | 21-23 | €300K | €4.0M | 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)
Royal Antwerp FC's Semm Renders at 18 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +44%. That means Semm Renders is projected to appreciate 44% as they reach their peak age in 8 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is KAA Gent's Gilles De Meyer, who is 19 years old, with a +40% RPP (7 years to peak). Third is Kobe Corbanie of Royal Antwerp FC, 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 44% RPP means the player is expected to gain 44% 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 | Semm Renders Royal Antwerp FC | 18 | 8 | €1.5M | €2.7M | +44% |
| #2 | Gilles De Meyer KAA Gent | 19 | 7 | €700K | €1.2M | +40% |
| #3 | Kobe Corbanie Royal Antwerp FC | 20 | 6 | €1.7M | €2.6M | +35% |
| #4 | Thérence Koudou KV Mechelen | 21 | 5 | €2.0M | €2.9M | +30% |
| #5 | Ali Maamar RSC Anderlecht | 21 | 5 | €2.0M | €2.9M | +30% |
| #6 | Kyriani Sabbe Club Brugge KV | 21 | 5 | €6.0M | €8.6M | +30% |
| #7 | Ibrahim Diakité Cercle Brugge | 22 | 4 | €1.2M | €1.6M | +25% |
| #8 | Killian Sardella RSC Anderlecht | 23 | 3 | €5.0M | €6.2M | +20% |
| #9 | Darío Benavides RAAL La Louvière | 23 | 3 | €300K | €373K | +20% |
| #10 | Ilay Camara RSC Anderlecht | 23 | 3 | €4.0M | €5.0M | +20% |
| #11 | Hugo Siquet Club Brugge KV | 23 | 3 | €4.0M | €5.0M | +20% |
| #12 | Bryan Reynolds KVC Westerlo | 24 | 2 | €3.5M | €4.0M | +14% |
| #13 | Louis Patris Union Saint-Gilloise | 24 | 2 | €3.3M | €3.8M | +14% |
| #14 | Henry Lawrence Standard Liège | 24 | 2 | €1.5M | €1.7M | +14% |
| #15 | Robert-Jan Vanwesemael Sint-Truidense VV | 24 | 2 | €1.0M | €1.2M | +14% |
| #16 | Zakaria El Ouahdi KRC Genk | 24 | 2 | €15.0M | €17.3M | +14% |
| #17 | Ken Nkuba KRC Genk | 24 | 2 | €2.2M | €2.5M | +14% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Royal Antwerp FC's Semm Renders has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 68.9. That means Semm Renders has 23% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is KAA Gent's Gilles De Meyer with a 58.0 RAU (19% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Kobe Corbanie of Royal Antwerp FC 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 68.9 means the upside is 68.9× 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 | Semm Renders Royal Antwerp FC | €1.9M | €1.6M-2.1M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #2 | Gilles De Meyer KAA Gent | €833K | €718K-949K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #3 | Kobe Corbanie Royal Antwerp FC | €1.9M | €1.7M-2.2M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #4 | Kyriani Sabbe Club Brugge KV | €6.6M | €5.7M-7.5M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #5 | Thérence Koudou KV Mechelen | €2.2M | €1.9M-2.5M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #6 | Ali Maamar RSC Anderlecht | €2.2M | €1.9M-2.5M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #7 | Ilay Camara RSC Anderlecht | €4.3M | €3.8M-4.8M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #8 | Hugo Siquet Club Brugge KV | €4.3M | €3.8M-4.8M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #9 | Darío Benavides RAAL La Louvière | €321K | €283K-360K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #10 | Killian Sardella RSC Anderlecht | €5.4M | €4.7M-6.0M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #11 | Ibrahim Diakité Cercle Brugge | €1.3M | €1.1M-1.4M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #12 | Gary Magnée Cercle Brugge | €1.5M | €1.4M-1.7M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #13 | Bryan Reynolds KVC Westerlo | €3.6M | €3.2M-4.0M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #14 | Louis Patris Union Saint-Gilloise | €3.4M | €3.0M-3.8M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #15 | Zakaria El Ouahdi KRC Genk | €15.4M | €13.5M-17.2M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #16 | Henry Lawrence Standard Liège | €1.5M | €1.4M-1.7M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #17 | Robert-Jan Vanwesemael Sint-Truidense VV | €1.0M | €901K-1.1M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #18 | Ken Nkuba KRC Genk | €2.3M | €2.0M-2.5M | +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: 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)
KVC Westerlo's Bryan Reynolds in the 24-26 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +15.7%. That means Zakaria El Ouahdi captures 41.6% of total market value while representing only 25.9% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is Union Saint-Gilloise's Louis Patris with a +15.7% ASC (41.6% value share vs 25.9% player share in 24-26 bracket). Third is Henry Lawrence of Standard Liège with a +15.7% ASC (41.6% value vs 25.9% players in 24-26 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +15.7% ASC means the player captures 15.7% 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 | Bryan Reynolds KVC Westerlo | 24-26 | 41.6% | 25.9% | +15.7% |
| #2 | Louis Patris Union Saint-Gilloise | 24-26 | 41.6% | 25.9% | +15.7% |
| #3 | Henry Lawrence Standard Liège | 24-26 | 41.6% | 25.9% | +15.7% |
| #4 | Ken Nkuba KRC Genk | 24-26 | 41.6% | 25.9% | +15.7% |
| #5 | Gary Magnée Cercle Brugge | 24-26 | 41.6% | 25.9% | +15.7% |
| #6 | Robert-Jan Vanwesemael Sint-Truidense VV | 24-26 | 41.6% | 25.9% | +15.7% |
| #7 | Zakaria El Ouahdi KRC Genk | 24-26 | 41.6% | 25.9% | +15.7% |
| #8 | Glenn Bijl Royal Antwerp FC | 30+ | 5.8% | 18.5% | -12.7% |
| #9 | Thomas Foket RSC Anderlecht | 30+ | 5.8% | 18.5% | -12.7% |
| #10 | Kevin Van Den Kerkhof Royal Charleroi SC | 30+ | 5.8% | 18.5% | -12.7% |
| #11 | Denis Odoi Without Club | 30+ | 5.8% | 18.5% | -12.7% |
| #12 | Guillaume François Union Saint-Gilloise | 30+ | 5.8% | 18.5% | -12.7% |
| #13 | Killian Sardella RSC Anderlecht | 21-23 | 36.4% | 29.6% | +6.8% |
| #14 | Ilay Camara RSC Anderlecht | 21-23 | 36.4% | 29.6% | +6.8% |
| #15 | Hugo Siquet Club Brugge KV | 21-23 | 36.4% | 29.6% | +6.8% |
| #16 | Darío Benavides RAAL La Louvière | 21-23 | 36.4% | 29.6% | +6.8% |
| #17 | Kyriani Sabbe Club Brugge KV | 21-23 | 36.4% | 29.6% | +6.8% |
| #18 | Thérence Koudou KV Mechelen | 21-23 | 36.4% | 29.6% | +6.8% |
| #19 | Ibrahim Diakité Cercle Brugge | 21-23 | 36.4% | 29.6% | +6.8% |
| #20 | Ali Maamar RSC Anderlecht | 21-23 | 36.4% | 29.6% | +6.8% |
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: 2 immediate targets, 9 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 10 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 €15.0M. 0 undervalued, 0 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Thibault Vlietinck Oud-Heverlee Leuven | €600K | €1.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Killian Sardella RSC Anderlecht | €5.0M | €1.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Gilles De Meyer KAA Gent | €700K | €1.5M | -0.80 | Good Value |
Guillaume François Union Saint-Gilloise | €150K | €1.5M | -0.68 | Good Value |
Robert-Jan Vanwesemael Sint-Truidense VV | €1.0M | €1.5M | -0.67 | Good Value |
Darío Benavides RAAL La Louvière | €300K | €1.5M | -0.61 | Good Value |
Denis Odoi Without Club | €250K | €1.5M | -0.58 | Good Value |
Henry Lawrence Standard Liège | €1.5M | €1.5M | -0.39 | Fair Value |
Gary Magnée Cercle Brugge | €1.5M | €1.5M | -0.39 | Fair Value |
Ibrahim Diakité Cercle Brugge | €1.2M | €1.5M | -0.29 | Fair Value |
Semm Renders Royal Antwerp FC | €1.5M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Thomas Foket RSC Anderlecht | €800K | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Marsoni Sambu FCV Dender EH | €700K | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Marlon Fossey Standard Liège | €5.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Óscar Gil Oud-Heverlee Leuven | €700K | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Ken Nkuba KRC Genk | €2.2M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Kyriani Sabbe Club Brugge KV | €6.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Zakaria El Ouahdi KRC Genk | €15.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Thérence Koudou KV Mechelen | €2.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Ali Maamar RSC Anderlecht | €2.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |