Best Right-Backs in the Liga Argentina (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Liga Argentina Right-Backs 2025-26
Our database tracks 83 Liga Argentina Right-Backs in the 2025-26 season, representing 45 clubs with a combined market value of €72.8M. The average market value for Liga Argentina Right-Backs is €877K, with the average age at 26.9 years old.
The most valuable right-back in the Liga Argentina is Gastón Martirena, worth €5.5M and playing for Racing Club at 26 years old. The top 5 Right-Backs average €4.2M in market value, including Gonzalo Montiel and Leandro Lozano.
Age distribution shows the youngest tracked right-back is Enzo Cardozo (20 years, Club Almirante Brown, €200K), while the oldest is Santiago Arias (34 years, CA Independiente, €1.5M). Research shows Right-Backs typically peak at age 27.
Our 1-year forecast model projects 29 Right-Backs (35%) will increase in market value over the next 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Liga Argentina market for Right-Backs 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 Liga Argentina
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Liga Argentina Right-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 45 clubs with €72.8M combined value.
Age Distribution: Liga Argentina Right-Backs
The Liga Argentina RB market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 27-29 bracket (30 players, 36% of market). The 27-29 age group holds the most value at €28.1M, averaging €935K per player.
Top Right-Backs by Age Bracket
U21 Years (1 players)
21-23 Years (13 players)
24-26 Years (23 players)
27-29 Years (30 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 9 Right-Backs (11% of players) control €32.4M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with mid (€5-15m) tier representing 1% of the Liga Argentina RB pool.
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Liga Argentina Right-Backs
Among 45 Liga Argentina clubs, CA River Plate leads with 2 Right-Backs worth €7.5M (averaging €3.8M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 28% of tracked Right-Backs.
CA River Plate (2 Right-Backs)
CA Boca Juniors (3 Right-Backs)
Racing Club (2 Right-Backs)
Club Estudiantes de La Plata (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.
Gastón Martirena
Racing Club • 26 years old
€4.8M
€5.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.7M
52.6
Gonzalo Montiel
CA River Plate • 29 years old
€5.8M
€4.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €3.7M
50.5
Leandro Lozano
AA Argentinos Juniors • 27 years old
€4.2M
€4.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €3.5M
48.8
Juan Barinaga
CA Boca Juniors • 25 years old
€3.0M
€3.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.4M
47.5
Eros Mancuso
Club Estudiantes de La Plata • 27 years old
€3.7M
€3.5M
-5.4%
Expected: €3.1M
47.1
Fabricio Bustos
CA River Plate • 30 years old
€3.9M
€3.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.5M
41.9
Lautaro Vargas
CA Unión (Santa Fe) • 21 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.3M
41.7
Joaquín García
CA Vélez Sarsfield • 24 years old
€2.3M
€2.7M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.8M
41.1
Emanuel Coronel
CA Rosario Central • 29 years old
€3.5M
€2.7M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.2M
40.5
Ezequiel Herrera
CA San Lorenzo de Almagro • 23 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.1M
37.9
Ezequiel Cannavo
Defensa y Justicia • 23 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.1M
37.9
Marcelo Weigandt
CA Boca Juniors • 26 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.1M
36.5
Eric Meza
Club Estudiantes de La Plata • 27 years old
€1.9M
€1.8M
-5.4%
Expected: €1.6M
35.3
Leonardo Godoy
CA Independiente • 31 years old
€2.2M
€1.7M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.4M
35.0
Santiago Arias
CA Independiente • 34 years old
€1.9M
€1.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.3M
33.7
Juan Ignacio Saborido
Club Atlético Platense • 28 years old
€1.9M
€1.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.3M
33.1
Federico Vera
CA Huracán • 28 years old
€1.7M
€1.3M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.1M
31.3
Guillermo Enrique
CA Aldosivi • 26 years old
€1.1M
€1.3M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.3M
31.1
Tomás Guidara
CA Lanús • 30 years old
€1.5M
€1.2M
-22.6%
Expected: €995K
30.5
Lucas Blondel
CA Boca Juniors • 29 years old
€1.5M
€1.2M
-22.6%
Expected: €995K
30.4
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)
CA Boca Juniors's Juan Barinaga at 25 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 10.77×. That means Juan Barinaga is valued 10.77× higher than the median player in the 24-26 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is CA Vélez Sarsfield's Joaquín García, who is 24 years old, with a 8.31× PPVE. Third is Lautaro Vargas of CA Unión (Santa Fe), who is 21 years old with a 7.50× 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 10.77× means the player is worth 977% 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 | Juan Barinaga CA Boca Juniors | 25 | 24-26 | €3.5M | €325K | 10.77× |
| #2 | Joaquín García CA Vélez Sarsfield | 24 | 24-26 | €2.7M | €325K | 8.31× |
| #3 | Lautaro Vargas CA Unión (Santa Fe) | 21 | 21-23 | €3.0M | €400K | 7.50× |
| #4 | Ezequiel Cannavo Defensa y Justicia | 23 | 21-23 | €2.0M | €400K | 5.00× |
| #5 | Ezequiel Herrera CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | 23 | 21-23 | €2.0M | €400K | 5.00× |
| #6 | Jano Gordon CA Vélez Sarsfield | 21 | 21-23 | €1.2M | €400K | 3.00× |
| #7 | Thiago Santamaría CA Sarmiento (Junin) | 23 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €400K | 2.50× |
| #8 | Ulises Ciccioli CA Rosario Central | 22 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €400K | 2.50× |
| #9 | Agustín Lagos Club Atlético Platense | 24 | 24-26 | €500K | €325K | 1.54× |
| #10 | Ayrton Portillo Defensa y Justicia | 25 | 24-26 | €400K | €325K | 1.23× |
| #11 | Emiliano Álvarez CA Unión (Santa Fe) | 25 | 24-26 | €350K | €325K | 1.08× |
| #12 | Fabricio López CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | 23 | 21-23 | €400K | €400K | 1.00× |
| #13 | Enzo Cardozo Club Almirante Brown | 20 | U21 | €200K | €200K | 1.00× |
| #14 | Agustín Sosa CS Deportivo Madryn | 25 | 24-26 | €325K | €325K | 1.00× |
| #15 | Tobías Rubio Racing Club | 21 | 21-23 | €400K | €400K | 1.00× |
| #16 | Elías López Club Atlético San Martín (Tucumán) | 25 | 24-26 | €300K | €325K | 0.92× |
| #17 | Nahuel Arias CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | 21 | 21-23 | €350K | €400K | 0.87× |
| #18 | Fernando Martínez CA Central Córdoba (SdE) | 25 | 24-26 | €225K | €325K | 0.69× |
| #19 | Luciano Paredes Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza | 23 | 21-23 | €250K | €400K | 0.63× |
| #20 | Valentín Fenoglio AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto) | 22 | 21-23 | €200K | €400K | 0.50× |
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)
Club Almirante Brown's Enzo Cardozo at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +35%. That means Enzo Cardozo is projected to appreciate 35% as they reach their peak age in 6 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is CA San Lorenzo de Almagro's Nahuel Arias, who is 21 years old, with a +30% RPP (5 years to peak). Third is Jano Gordon of CA Vélez Sarsfield, who is 21 years old with a +30% RPP (5 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 | Enzo Cardozo Club Almirante Brown | 20 | 6 | €200K | €309K | +35% |
| #2 | Nahuel Arias CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | 21 | 5 | €350K | €503K | +30% |
| #3 | Jano Gordon CA Vélez Sarsfield | 21 | 5 | €1.2M | €1.7M | +30% |
| #4 | Lautaro Vargas CA Unión (Santa Fe) | 21 | 5 | €3.0M | €4.3M | +30% |
| #5 | Kevin Coronel AA Argentinos Juniors | 21 | 5 | €200K | €287K | +30% |
| #6 | Tobías Rubio Racing Club | 21 | 5 | €400K | €575K | +30% |
| #7 | Ulises Ciccioli CA Rosario Central | 22 | 4 | €1.0M | €1.3M | +25% |
| #8 | Valentín Fenoglio AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto) | 22 | 4 | €200K | €267K | +25% |
| #9 | Luciano Paredes Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza | 23 | 3 | €250K | €311K | +20% |
| #10 | Thiago Santamaría CA Sarmiento (Junin) | 23 | 3 | €1.0M | €1.2M | +20% |
| #11 | Franco Cortés CA Nueva Chicago | 23 | 3 | €125K | €155K | +20% |
| #12 | Ezequiel Cannavo Defensa y Justicia | 23 | 3 | €2.0M | €2.5M | +20% |
| #13 | Ezequiel Herrera CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | 23 | 3 | €2.0M | €2.5M | +20% |
| #14 | Fabricio López CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | 23 | 3 | €400K | €497K | +20% |
| #15 | Agustín Lagos Club Atlético Platense | 24 | 2 | €500K | €578K | +14% |
| #16 | Manuel Guillén AA Argentinos Juniors | 24 | 2 | €125K | €145K | +14% |
| #17 | Joaquín García CA Vélez Sarsfield | 24 | 2 | €2.7M | €3.1M | +14% |
| #18 | Emiliano Álvarez CA Unión (Santa Fe) | 25 | 1 | €350K | €376K | +7% |
| #19 | Elías López Club Atlético San Martín (Tucumán) | 25 | 1 | €300K | €323K | +7% |
| #20 | Moisés Brandán Club Atlético Tucumán | 25 | 1 | €150K | €161K | +7% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Club Almirante Brown's Enzo Cardozo has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 46.3. That means Enzo Cardozo has 15% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is CA San Lorenzo de Almagro's Nahuel Arias with a 33.7 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Lautaro Vargas of CA Unión (Santa Fe) with a 33.7 RAU (10% 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 | Enzo Cardozo Club Almirante Brown | €229K | €198K-261K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #2 | Nahuel Arias CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | €386K | €333K-439K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #3 | Lautaro Vargas CA Unión (Santa Fe) | €3.3M | €2.9M-3.8M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #4 | Jano Gordon CA Vélez Sarsfield | €1.3M | €1.1M-1.5M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #5 | Kevin Coronel AA Argentinos Juniors | €221K | €190K-251K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #6 | Tobías Rubio Racing Club | €441K | €380K-502K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #7 | Luciano Paredes Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza | €268K | €236K-300K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #8 | Thiago Santamaría CA Sarmiento (Junin) | €1.1M | €942K-1.2M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #9 | Franco Cortés CA Nueva Chicago | €134K | €118K-150K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #10 | Ezequiel Cannavo Defensa y Justicia | €2.1M | €1.9M-2.4M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #11 | Ezequiel Herrera CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | €2.1M | €1.9M-2.4M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #12 | Fabricio López CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | €428K | €377K-480K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #13 | Ulises Ciccioli CA Rosario Central | €1.1M | €931K-1.2M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #14 | Valentín Fenoglio AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto) | €212K | €186K-237K | +6% | 23.0 |
| #15 | Jherson Mosquera CA Newell's Old Boys | €360K | €317K-404K | +3% | 12.0 |
| #16 | Rodrigo González CA Aldosivi | €360K | €317K-404K | +3% | 12.0 |
| #17 | Augusto Schott CA Talleres | €721K | €634K-807K | +3% | 12.0 |
| #18 | Bautista Barros Schelotto Club de Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata | €180K | €159K-202K | +3% | 12.0 |
| #19 | Gastón Martirena Racing Club | €5.7M | €5.0M-6.3M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #20 | Juan Luis Alfaro CA Banfield | €283K | €249K-317K | +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: right-back position shows weak depth (avg Z-score: -0.00). RPI: -0.00.
Position Depth Analysis
Highest Z-Scores
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Age-Share Concentration (ASC)
Identifies players capturing disproportionate value relative to age group representation. Positive ASC = value concentration.
Understanding Age-Share Concentration (ASC)
CA Independiente's Santiago Arias in the 30+ age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-3.3%. That means Fabricio Bustos captures 15.9% of total market value while representing only 19.3% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is CA River Plate's Fabricio Bustos with a +-3.3% ASC (15.9% value share vs 19.3% player share in 30+ bracket). Third is Leonel Di Plácido of Club Atlético Tucumán with a +-3.3% ASC (15.9% value vs 19.3% players in 30+ bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-3.3% ASC means the player captures -3.3% 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 | Santiago Arias CA Independiente | 30+ | 15.9% | 19.3% | -3.3% |
| #2 | Fabricio Bustos CA River Plate | 30+ | 15.9% | 19.3% | -3.3% |
| #3 | Leonel Di Plácido Club Atlético Tucumán | 30+ | 15.9% | 19.3% | -3.3% |
| #4 | Juan Franco Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza | 30+ | 15.9% | 19.3% | -3.3% |
| #5 | Víctor Salazar Club Atlético San Martín (Tucumán) | 30+ | 15.9% | 19.3% | -3.3% |
| #6 | Tomás Guidara CA Lanús | 30+ | 15.9% | 19.3% | -3.3% |
| #7 | Leonardo Godoy CA Independiente | 30+ | 15.9% | 19.3% | -3.3% |
| #8 | Luciano Gómez CS Independiente Rivadavia | 30+ | 15.9% | 19.3% | -3.3% |
| #9 | Brian Mieres CA Mitre | 30+ | 15.9% | 19.3% | -3.3% |
| #10 | Ivo Chaves Club de Gimnasia y Tiro | 30+ | 15.9% | 19.3% | -3.3% |
| #11 | Nicolás Sansotre Club Deportivo Riestra | 30+ | 15.9% | 19.3% | -3.3% |
| #12 | Guillermo Soto Club Atlético Tigre | 30+ | 15.9% | 19.3% | -3.3% |
| #13 | Yonatan Goitía Club Deportivo Riestra | 30+ | 15.9% | 19.3% | -3.3% |
| #14 | Armando Méndez CA Newell's Old Boys | 30+ | 15.9% | 19.3% | -3.3% |
| #15 | Nicolás Morgantini CA Lanús | 30+ | 15.9% | 19.3% | -3.3% |
| #16 | Delfor Minervino Club Atlético Gimnasia y Esgrima (Jujuy) | 30+ | 15.9% | 19.3% | -3.3% |
| #17 | Gonzalo Montiel CA River Plate | 27-29 | 38.5% | 36.1% | +2.4% |
| #18 | Emiliano Purita CA All Boys | 27-29 | 38.5% | 36.1% | +2.4% |
| #19 | Lucas Blondel CA Boca Juniors | 27-29 | 38.5% | 36.1% | +2.4% |
| #20 | Maximiliano Villa Club Atlético Tucumán | 27-29 | 38.5% | 36.1% | +2.4% |
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, 14 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 43 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
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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 €300K. 0 undervalued, 12 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Nicolás Dell Aquila CA Chacarita Juniors | €125K | €350K | -0.45 | Fair Value |
Manuel Guillén AA Argentinos Juniors | €125K | €350K | -0.45 | Fair Value |
Moisés Brandán Club Atlético Tucumán | €150K | €350K | -0.40 | Fair Value |
Bautista Barros Schelotto Club de Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata | €175K | €350K | -0.35 | Fair Value |
Juan Manuel Cabrera CA Sarmiento (Junin) | €200K | €350K | -0.30 | Fair Value |
Francisco Gerometta CD Godoy Cruz Antonio Tomba | €200K | €350K | -0.30 | Fair Value |
José Gómez CA Central Córdoba (SdE) | €200K | €350K | -0.30 | Fair Value |
Franco Cortés CA Nueva Chicago | €125K | €350K | -0.29 | Fair Value |
Alan Luque CA Chaco For Ever | €125K | €350K | -0.26 | Fair Value |
Damián Adín CA San Miguel | €125K | €350K | -0.26 | Fair Value |
Santiago Rinaudo CA Racing (Córdoba) | €125K | €350K | -0.26 | Fair Value |
Raul Chamorro CA Racing (Córdoba) | €125K | €350K | -0.26 | Fair Value |
Ivo Chaves Club de Gimnasia y Tiro | €125K | €350K | -0.25 | Fair Value |
Fernando Martínez CA Central Córdoba (SdE) | €225K | €350K | -0.25 | Fair Value |
Emiliano Purita CA All Boys | €150K | €350K | -0.23 | Fair Value |
Víctor Salazar Club Atlético San Martín (Tucumán) | €150K | €350K | -0.23 | Fair Value |
Brian Mieres CA Mitre | €150K | €350K | -0.23 | Fair Value |
Valentín Fenoglio AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto) | €200K | €350K | -0.21 | Fair Value |
Kevin Coronel AA Argentinos Juniors | €200K | €350K | -0.21 | Fair Value |
Matías Ruiz Díaz AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto) | €175K | €350K | -0.21 | Fair Value |
