Best Attacking Midfielders in the Liga MX (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Liga MX Attacking Midfielders 2023-24
Our database tracked 30 Liga MX Attacking Midfielders in the 2023-24 season, representing 15 clubs with a combined market value of €79.9M. The average market value for Liga MX Attacking Midfielders was €2.7M, with the average age at 26.4 years old.
The most valuable attacking midfielder in the Liga MX was Ángel Correa, worth €9.0M and played for Tigres UANL at 31 years old. The top 5 Attacking Midfielders averaged €6.4M in market value, including Efraín Álvarez and Juan Brunetta.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked attacking midfielder was Iker Fimbres (21 years, CF Monterrey, €3.8M), while the oldest was Sergio Canales (35 years, CF Monterrey, €5.0M). Research shows Attacking Midfielders typically peak at age 26.
Historical analysis showed 13 Attacking Midfielders (43%) increased in market value over the following 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, then-current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Liga MX market for Attacking Midfielders 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 Liga MX Attacking Midfielders. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 15 clubs with €79.9M combined value.
Age Distribution: Liga MX Attacking Midfielders
The Liga MX CAM market shows 4 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (9 players, 30% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €22.8M, averaging €2.5M per player.
Top Attacking Midfielders by Age Bracket
21-23 Years (9 players)
24-26 Years (7 players)
27-29 Years (9 players)
30+ Years (5 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 3 Attacking Midfielders (10% of players) control €21.5M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with mid (€5-15m) tier representing 23% of the Liga MX CAM pool.
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Liga MX Attacking Midfielders
Among 15 Liga MX clubs, Tigres UANL leads with 2 Attacking Midfielders worth €15.5M (averaging €7.8M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 77% of tracked Attacking Midfielders.
Tigres UANL (2 Attacking Midfielders)
Deportivo Toluca (3 Attacking Midfielders)
Deportivo Guadalajara (2 Attacking Midfielders)
CF Monterrey (2 Attacking Midfielders)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Ángel Correa
Tigres UANL • 31 years old
€11.6M
€9.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €7.4M
58.8
Efraín Álvarez
Deportivo Guadalajara • 23 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.4M
55.1
Juan Brunetta
Tigres UANL • 29 years old
€8.4M
€6.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €5.4M
54.8
Nicolás Castro
Deportivo Toluca • 25 years old
€4.8M
€5.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.4M
53.1
Brian Gutiérrez
Deportivo Guadalajara • 22 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.3M
52.2
Sergio Canales
CF Monterrey • 35 years old
€6.5M
€5.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €4.4M
51.8
Jesús Angulo
Deportivo Toluca • 29 years old
€6.5M
€5.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €4.1M
51.5
Alexis Gutiérrez
CF América • 26 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.1M
48.7
Iker Fimbres
CF Monterrey • 21 years old
€3.3M
€3.8M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.2M
48.2
Alán Bautista
CF Pachuca • 23 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.2M
42.8
Kevin Castañeda
Club Tijuana • 26 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.1M
41.4
Sebastián Córdova
Deportivo Toluca • 28 years old
€3.6M
€2.8M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.4M
40.7
Víctor Guzmán
CF Pachuca • 31 years old
€3.0M
€2.3M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.9M
38.4
Ezequiel Bullaude
Santos Laguna • 25 years old
€1.9M
€2.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.2M
38.1
Lucas Rodríguez
Querétaro FC • 29 years old
€2.8M
€2.2M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.8M
37.7
Yan Phillipe
Atlético de San Luis • 22 years old
€1.6M
€1.8M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.9M
36.0
Lorenzo Faravelli
Club Necaxa • 33 years old
€1.9M
€1.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.3M
33.2
Sergio Hernández
CF Pachuca • 23 years old
€1.0M
€1.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.3M
31.6
Fran Villalba
Santos Laguna • 28 years old
€1.5M
€1.2M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.0M
30.3
Jhojan Julio
Querétaro FC • 28 years old
€1.5M
€1.2M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.0M
30.3
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)
Deportivo Toluca's Nicolás Castro at 25 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 5.50×. That means Nicolás Castro is valued 5.50× higher than the median player in the 24-26 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Deportivo Guadalajara's Efraín Álvarez, who is 23 years old, with a 3.33× PPVE. Third is Brian Gutiérrez of Deportivo Guadalajara, who is 22 years old with a 2.78× 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 5.50× means the player is worth 450% 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 | Nicolás Castro Deportivo Toluca | 25 | 24-26 | €5.5M | €1.0M | 5.50× |
| #2 | Efraín Álvarez Deportivo Guadalajara | 23 | 21-23 | €6.0M | €1.8M | 3.33× |
| #3 | Brian Gutiérrez Deportivo Guadalajara | 22 | 21-23 | €5.0M | €1.8M | 2.78× |
| #4 | Ezequiel Bullaude Santos Laguna | 25 | 24-26 | €2.2M | €1.0M | 2.20× |
| #5 | Iker Fimbres CF Monterrey | 21 | 21-23 | €3.8M | €1.8M | 2.11× |
| #6 | Alán Bautista CF Pachuca | 23 | 21-23 | €3.0M | €1.8M | 1.67× |
| #7 | Yan Phillipe Atlético de San Luis | 22 | 21-23 | €1.8M | €1.8M | 1.00× |
| #8 | Raúl Castillo Puebla FC | 25 | 24-26 | €1.0M | €1.0M | 1.00× |
| #9 | Israel Luna CF Pachuca | 24 | 24-26 | €800K | €1.0M | 0.80× |
| #10 | Sergio Hernández CF Pachuca | 23 | 21-23 | €1.2M | €1.8M | 0.67× |
| #11 | Daniel Arcila Club León FC | 24 | 24-26 | €600K | €1.0M | 0.60× |
| #12 | Sebastián Pérez-Bouquet Atlético de San Luis | 22 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €1.8M | 0.56× |
| #13 | Ángel Rico UNAM Pumas | 21 | 21-23 | €600K | €1.8M | 0.33× |
| #14 | Jonantán Villal Atlético de San Luis | 21 | 21-23 | €350K | €1.8M | 0.19× |
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)
CF Monterrey's Iker Fimbres at 21 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +30%. That means Iker Fimbres is projected to appreciate 30% as they reach their peak age in 5 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Atlético de San Luis's Jonantán Villal, who is 21 years old, with a +30% RPP (5 years to peak). Third is Ángel Rico of UNAM Pumas, 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 30% RPP means the player is expected to gain 30% 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 | Iker Fimbres CF Monterrey | 21 | 5 | €3.8M | €5.5M | +30% |
| #2 | Jonantán Villal Atlético de San Luis | 21 | 5 | €350K | €503K | +30% |
| #3 | Ángel Rico UNAM Pumas | 21 | 5 | €600K | €862K | +30% |
| #4 | Brian Gutiérrez Deportivo Guadalajara | 22 | 4 | €5.0M | €6.7M | +25% |
| #5 | Sebastián Pérez-Bouquet Atlético de San Luis | 22 | 4 | €1.0M | €1.3M | +25% |
| #6 | Yan Phillipe Atlético de San Luis | 22 | 4 | €1.8M | €2.4M | +25% |
| #7 | Alán Bautista CF Pachuca | 23 | 3 | €3.0M | €3.7M | +20% |
| #8 | Efraín Álvarez Deportivo Guadalajara | 23 | 3 | €6.0M | €7.5M | +20% |
| #9 | Sergio Hernández CF Pachuca | 23 | 3 | €1.2M | €1.5M | +20% |
| #10 | Daniel Arcila Club León FC | 24 | 2 | €600K | €694K | +14% |
| #11 | Israel Luna CF Pachuca | 24 | 2 | €800K | €925K | +14% |
| #12 | Raúl Castillo Puebla FC | 25 | 1 | €1.0M | €1.1M | +7% |
| #13 | Nicolás Castro Deportivo Toluca | 25 | 1 | €5.5M | €5.9M | +7% |
| #14 | Ezequiel Bullaude Santos Laguna | 25 | 1 | €2.2M | €2.4M | +7% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Atlético de San Luis's Jonantán Villal has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 26.9. That means Jonantán Villal has 10% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is UNAM Pumas's Ángel Rico with a 26.9 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Iker Fimbres of CF Monterrey with a 26.9 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 26.9 means the upside is 26.9× 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 | Jonantán Villal Atlético de San Luis | €386K | €319K-452K | +10% | 26.9 |
| #2 | Ángel Rico UNAM Pumas | €662K | €547K-776K | +10% | 26.9 |
| #3 | Iker Fimbres CF Monterrey | €4.2M | €3.5M-4.9M | +10% | 26.9 |
| #4 | Sergio Hernández CF Pachuca | €1.3M | €1.1M-1.5M | +7% | 22.0 |
| #5 | Alán Bautista CF Pachuca | €3.2M | €2.7M-3.7M | +7% | 22.0 |
| #6 | Efraín Álvarez Deportivo Guadalajara | €6.4M | €5.5M-7.4M | +7% | 22.0 |
| #7 | Sebastián Pérez-Bouquet Atlético de San Luis | €1.1M | €900K-1.2M | +6% | 18.4 |
| #8 | Brian Gutiérrez Deportivo Guadalajara | €5.3M | €4.5M-6.1M | +6% | 18.4 |
| #9 | Yan Phillipe Atlético de San Luis | €1.9M | €1.6M-2.2M | +6% | 18.4 |
| #10 | Alexis Gutiérrez CF América | €4.1M | €3.5M-4.7M | +3% | 9.6 |
| #11 | Kevin Castañeda Club Tijuana | €3.1M | €2.6M-3.6M | +3% | 9.6 |
| #12 | Israel Luna CF Pachuca | €819K | €696K-942K | +2% | 7.8 |
| #13 | Daniel Arcila Club León FC | €614K | €522K-707K | +2% | 7.8 |
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: attacking midfielder position shows strong depth (avg Z-score: 0.00). RPI: 0.00.
Position Depth Analysis
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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)
Club Necaxa's Lorenzo Faravelli in the 30+ age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +6.7%. That means Ángel Correa captures 23.4% of total market value while representing only 16.7% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is FC Juárez's Rodolfo Pizarro with a +6.7% ASC (23.4% value share vs 16.7% player share in 30+ bracket). Third is Ángel Correa of Tigres UANL with a +6.7% ASC (23.4% value vs 16.7% players in 30+ bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +6.7% ASC means the player captures 6.7% 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 | Lorenzo Faravelli Club Necaxa | 30+ | 23.4% | 16.7% | +6.7% |
| #2 | Rodolfo Pizarro FC Juárez | 30+ | 23.4% | 16.7% | +6.7% |
| #3 | Ángel Correa Tigres UANL | 30+ | 23.4% | 16.7% | +6.7% |
| #4 | Víctor Guzmán CF Pachuca | 30+ | 23.4% | 16.7% | +6.7% |
| #5 | Sergio Canales CF Monterrey | 30+ | 23.4% | 16.7% | +6.7% |
| #6 | Fran Villalba Santos Laguna | 27-29 | 26.8% | 30.0% | -3.2% |
| #7 | Lucas Rodríguez Querétaro FC | 27-29 | 26.8% | 30.0% | -3.2% |
| #8 | Jhojan Julio Querétaro FC | 27-29 | 26.8% | 30.0% | -3.2% |
| #9 | Ángelo Araos Puebla FC | 27-29 | 26.8% | 30.0% | -3.2% |
| #10 | Jesús Angulo Deportivo Toluca | 27-29 | 26.8% | 30.0% | -3.2% |
| #11 | Sebastián Córdova Deportivo Toluca | 27-29 | 26.8% | 30.0% | -3.2% |
| #12 | Juan Brunetta Tigres UANL | 27-29 | 26.8% | 30.0% | -3.2% |
| #13 | Óscar Macías Atlético de San Luis | 27-29 | 26.8% | 30.0% | -3.2% |
| #14 | Carlos Baltazar Puebla FC | 27-29 | 26.8% | 30.0% | -3.2% |
| #15 | Daniel Arcila Club León FC | 24-26 | 21.4% | 23.3% | -1.9% |
| #16 | Alexis Gutiérrez CF América | 24-26 | 21.4% | 23.3% | -1.9% |
| #17 | Nicolás Castro Deportivo Toluca | 24-26 | 21.4% | 23.3% | -1.9% |
| #18 | Kevin Castañeda Club Tijuana | 24-26 | 21.4% | 23.3% | -1.9% |
| #19 | Ezequiel Bullaude Santos Laguna | 24-26 | 21.4% | 23.3% | -1.9% |
| #20 | Raúl Castillo Puebla FC | 24-26 | 21.4% | 23.3% | -1.9% |
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: 0 immediate targets, 9 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 11 at peak.
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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 €1.0M. 0 undervalued, 0 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Jesús Angulo Deportivo Toluca | €5.0M | €2.2M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Sergio Canales CF Monterrey | €5.0M | €2.2M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Brian Gutiérrez Deportivo Guadalajara | €5.0M | €2.2M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Daniel Arcila Club León FC | €600K | €2.2M | -0.73 | Good Value |
Israel Luna CF Pachuca | €800K | €2.2M | -0.64 | Good Value |
Raúl Castillo Puebla FC | €1.0M | €2.2M | -0.55 | Good Value |
Ángelo Araos Puebla FC | €600K | €2.2M | -0.46 | Fair Value |
Rodolfo Pizarro FC Juárez | €900K | €2.2M | -0.43 | Fair Value |
Jonantán Villal Atlético de San Luis | €350K | €2.2M | -0.35 | Fair Value |
Ángel Rico UNAM Pumas | €600K | €2.2M | -0.25 | Fair Value |
Óscar Macías Atlético de San Luis | €900K | €2.2M | -0.23 | Fair Value |
Carlos Baltazar Puebla FC | €1.0M | €2.2M | -0.15 | Fair Value |
Sebastián Pérez-Bouquet Atlético de San Luis | €1.0M | €2.2M | -0.08 | Fair Value |
Sergio Hernández CF Pachuca | €1.2M | €2.2M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Lorenzo Faravelli Club Necaxa | €1.5M | €2.2M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Ángel Correa Tigres UANL | €9.0M | €2.2M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Fran Villalba Santos Laguna | €1.2M | €2.2M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Jhojan Julio Querétaro FC | €1.2M | €2.2M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Juan Brunetta Tigres UANL | €6.5M | €2.2M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Efraín Álvarez Deportivo Guadalajara | €6.0M | €2.2M | 0.00 | Fair Value |