Best Left-Backs in the Liga MX (Apr 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Liga MX Left-Backs 2022-23
Our database tracked 34 Liga MX Left-Backs in the 2022-23 season, representing 19 clubs with a combined market value of €58.8M. The average market value for Liga MX Left-Backs was €1.7M, with the average age at 26.9 years old.
The most valuable left-back in the Liga MX was Juan Manuel Sanabria, worth €6.0M and played for Atlético de San Luis at 26 years old. The top 5 Left-Backs averaged €4.6M in market value, including Jesús Angulo and Omar Campos.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked left-back was Emmanuel Echeverría (22 years, Santos Laguna, €1.0M), while the oldest was Brayan Angulo (36 years, Puebla FC, €350K). Research shows Left-Backs typically peak at age 27.
Historical analysis showed 13 Left-Backs (38%) 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 Left-Backs remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2022-23 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 MX
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Liga MX Left-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 19 clubs with €58.8M combined value.
Age Distribution: Liga MX Left-Backs
The Liga MX LB market shows 4 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 27-29 bracket (13 players, 38% of market). The 27-29 age group holds the most value at €23.9M, averaging €1.8M per player.
Top Left-Backs by Age Bracket
21-23 Years (4 players)
24-26 Years (12 players)
27-29 Years (13 players)
30+ Years (5 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 4 Left-Backs (12% of players) control €19.5M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with mid (€5-15m) tier representing 6% of the Liga MX LB pool.
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Liga MX Left-Backs
Among 19 Liga MX clubs, Atlético de San Luis leads with 2 Left-Backs worth €7.2M (averaging €3.6M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 65% of tracked Left-Backs.
Atlético de San Luis (2 Left-Backs)
Deportivo Guadalajara (3 Left-Backs)
Tigres UANL (3 Left-Backs)
CD Cruz Azul (2 Left-Backs)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Juan Manuel Sanabria
Atlético de San Luis • 26 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.2M
53.7
Jesús Angulo
Tigres UANL • 28 years old
€6.5M
€5.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €4.4M
51.7
Omar Campos
CD Cruz Azul • 23 years old
€3.9M
€4.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.8M
51.6
Bryan González
Deportivo Guadalajara • 23 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.3M
50.1
Gerardo Arteaga
CF Monterrey • 27 years old
€3.7M
€3.5M
-5.4%
Expected: €3.1M
47.1
Ralph Orquin
CF América • 23 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.2M
42.9
Jesús Gallardo
Deportivo Toluca • 31 years old
€3.9M
€3.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.5M
42.0
José Castillo
Deportivo Guadalajara • 24 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.6M
40.2
Álvaro Angulo
UNAM Pumas • 29 years old
€3.2M
€2.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.1M
39.6
Alonso Aceves
CF Pachuca • 25 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.0M
36.9
Cristian Calderón
Club Necaxa • 28 years old
€2.6M
€2.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.8M
36.7
Cristián Borja
CF América • 33 years old
€2.3M
€1.8M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.6M
35.9
Rivaldo Lozano
Atlas Guadalajara • 27 years old
€1.9M
€1.8M
-5.4%
Expected: €1.6M
35.3
Osvaldo Rodríguez
Tigres UANL • 29 years old
€1.9M
€1.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.2M
33.2
Alejandro Mayorga
FC Juárez • 28 years old
€1.9M
€1.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.3M
33.1
Salvador Reyes
Club León FC • 27 years old
€1.6M
€1.5M
-5.4%
Expected: €1.3M
33.0
Francisco Venegas
Querétaro FC • 27 years old
€1.6M
€1.5M
-5.4%
Expected: €1.3M
33.0
Mauricio Isaís
Deportivo Toluca • 25 years old
€1.0M
€1.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.2M
30.6
Aldo Cruz
Atlético de San Luis • 28 years old
€1.5M
€1.2M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.1M
30.3
Francisco Contreras
Club Tijuana • 26 years old
€1.0M
€1.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.2M
30.1
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 Guadalajara's José Castillo at 24 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 4.17×. That means José Castillo is valued 4.17× higher than the median player in the 24-26 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is CF Pachuca's Alonso Aceves, who is 25 years old, with a 3.33× PPVE. Third is Mauricio Isaís of Deportivo Toluca, who is 25 years old with a 2.00× 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 4.17× means the player is worth 317% 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 | José Castillo Deportivo Guadalajara | 24 | 24-26 | €2.5M | €600K | 4.17× |
| #2 | Alonso Aceves CF Pachuca | 25 | 24-26 | €2.0M | €600K | 3.33× |
| #3 | Mauricio Isaís Deportivo Toluca | 25 | 24-26 | €1.2M | €600K | 2.00× |
| #4 | Pablo Ortiz Club Tijuana | 24 | 24-26 | €700K | €600K | 1.17× |
| #5 | Omar Campos CD Cruz Azul | 23 | 21-23 | €4.5M | €4.0M | 1.13× |
| #6 | Bryan González Deportivo Guadalajara | 23 | 21-23 | €4.0M | €4.0M | 1.00× |
| #7 | Jorge Rodríguez Atlas Guadalajara | 24 | 24-26 | €600K | €600K | 1.00× |
| #8 | Salvador Rodríguez Mazatlán FC | 24 | 24-26 | €500K | €600K | 0.83× |
| #9 | Ralph Orquin CF América | 23 | 21-23 | €3.0M | €4.0M | 0.75× |
| #10 | Leonardo Sepúlveda Deportivo Guadalajara | 24 | 24-26 | €400K | €600K | 0.67× |
| #11 | Óscar Villa Club León FC | 25 | 24-26 | €250K | €600K | 0.42× |
| #12 | Fernando Ordóñez Tigres UANL | 24 | 24-26 | €200K | €600K | 0.33× |
| #13 | Emmanuel Echeverría Santos Laguna | 22 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €4.0M | 0.25× |
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)
Santos Laguna's Emmanuel Echeverría at 22 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +25%. That means Emmanuel Echeverría is projected to appreciate 25% as they reach their peak age in 4 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is CF América's Ralph Orquin, who is 23 years old, with a +20% RPP (3 years to peak). Third is Bryan González of Deportivo Guadalajara, who is 23 years old with a +20% RPP (3 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 25% RPP means the player is expected to gain 25% 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 | Emmanuel Echeverría Santos Laguna | 22 | 4 | €1.0M | €1.3M | +25% |
| #2 | Ralph Orquin CF América | 23 | 3 | €3.0M | €3.7M | +20% |
| #3 | Bryan González Deportivo Guadalajara | 23 | 3 | €4.0M | €5.0M | +20% |
| #4 | Omar Campos CD Cruz Azul | 23 | 3 | €4.5M | €5.6M | +20% |
| #5 | Pablo Ortiz Club Tijuana | 24 | 2 | €700K | €809K | +14% |
| #6 | Jorge Rodríguez Atlas Guadalajara | 24 | 2 | €600K | €694K | +14% |
| #7 | José Castillo Deportivo Guadalajara | 24 | 2 | €2.5M | €2.9M | +14% |
| #8 | Salvador Rodríguez Mazatlán FC | 24 | 2 | €500K | €578K | +14% |
| #9 | Fernando Ordóñez Tigres UANL | 24 | 2 | €200K | €231K | +14% |
| #10 | Leonardo Sepúlveda Deportivo Guadalajara | 24 | 2 | €400K | €462K | +14% |
| #11 | Mauricio Isaís Deportivo Toluca | 25 | 1 | €1.2M | €1.3M | +7% |
| #12 | Óscar Villa Club León FC | 25 | 1 | €250K | €269K | +7% |
| #13 | Alonso Aceves CF Pachuca | 25 | 1 | €2.0M | €2.2M | +7% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Deportivo Guadalajara's Bryan González has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 27.5. That means Bryan González has 7% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is CD Cruz Azul's Omar Campos with a 27.5 RAU (7% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Ralph Orquin of CF América with a 27.5 RAU (7% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 27.5 means the upside is 27.5× 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 | Bryan González Deportivo Guadalajara | €4.3M | €3.8M-4.8M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #2 | Omar Campos CD Cruz Azul | €4.8M | €4.2M-5.4M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #3 | Ralph Orquin CF América | €3.2M | €2.8M-3.6M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #4 | Emmanuel Echeverría Santos Laguna | €1.1M | €931K-1.2M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #5 | Francisco Contreras Club Tijuana | €1.2M | €1.1M-1.4M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #6 | Alan Vega Club Tijuana | €824K | €725K-923K | +3% | 12.0 |
| #7 | Juan Manuel Sanabria Atlético de San Luis | €6.2M | €5.4M-6.9M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #8 | Pablo Ortiz Club Tijuana | €717K | €631K-803K | +2% | 9.8 |
| #9 | Fernando Ordóñez Tigres UANL | €205K | €180K-229K | +2% | 9.8 |
| #10 | Leonardo Sepúlveda Deportivo Guadalajara | €410K | €360K-459K | +2% | 9.8 |
| #11 | Jorge Rodríguez Atlas Guadalajara | €614K | €541K-688K | +2% | 9.8 |
| #12 | Salvador Rodríguez Mazatlán FC | €512K | €451K-573K | +2% | 9.8 |
| #13 | José Castillo Deportivo Guadalajara | €2.6M | €2.3M-2.9M | +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: left-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)
CF América's Ralph Orquin in the 21-23 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +9.5%. That means Omar Campos captures 21.3% of total market value while representing only 11.8% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is Santos Laguna's Emmanuel Echeverría with a +9.5% ASC (21.3% value share vs 11.8% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Bryan González of Deportivo Guadalajara with a +9.5% ASC (21.3% value vs 11.8% players in 21-23 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +9.5% ASC means the player captures 9.5% 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 | Ralph Orquin CF América | 21-23 | 21.3% | 11.8% | +9.5% |
| #2 | Emmanuel Echeverría Santos Laguna | 21-23 | 21.3% | 11.8% | +9.5% |
| #3 | Bryan González Deportivo Guadalajara | 21-23 | 21.3% | 11.8% | +9.5% |
| #4 | Omar Campos CD Cruz Azul | 21-23 | 21.3% | 11.8% | +9.5% |
| #5 | Pablo Ortiz Club Tijuana | 24-26 | 27.8% | 35.3% | -7.5% |
| #6 | Fernando Ordóñez Tigres UANL | 24-26 | 27.8% | 35.3% | -7.5% |
| #7 | Juan Manuel Sanabria Atlético de San Luis | 24-26 | 27.8% | 35.3% | -7.5% |
| #8 | Leonardo Sepúlveda Deportivo Guadalajara | 24-26 | 27.8% | 35.3% | -7.5% |
| #9 | Francisco Contreras Club Tijuana | 24-26 | 27.8% | 35.3% | -7.5% |
| #10 | Óscar Villa Club León FC | 24-26 | 27.8% | 35.3% | -7.5% |
| #11 | Mauricio Isaís Deportivo Toluca | 24-26 | 27.8% | 35.3% | -7.5% |
| #12 | José Castillo Deportivo Guadalajara | 24-26 | 27.8% | 35.3% | -7.5% |
| #13 | Alonso Aceves CF Pachuca | 24-26 | 27.8% | 35.3% | -7.5% |
| #14 | Jorge Rodríguez Atlas Guadalajara | 24-26 | 27.8% | 35.3% | -7.5% |
| #15 | Alan Vega Club Tijuana | 24-26 | 27.8% | 35.3% | -7.5% |
| #16 | Salvador Rodríguez Mazatlán FC | 24-26 | 27.8% | 35.3% | -7.5% |
| #17 | Betsiel Hernández Without Club | 30+ | 10.3% | 14.7% | -4.4% |
| #18 | Luis Reyes CF Monterrey | 30+ | 10.3% | 14.7% | -4.4% |
| #19 | Jesús Gallardo Deportivo Toluca | 30+ | 10.3% | 14.7% | -4.4% |
| #20 | Cristián Borja CF América | 30+ | 10.3% | 14.7% | -4.4% |
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, 4 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 23 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
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WATCH LIST - 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 €6.0M. 1 undervalued, 4 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Emmanuel Echeverría Santos Laguna | €1.0M | €1.5M | -2.00 | Undervalued |
Edson Partida Querétaro FC | €400K | €1.5M | -1.38 | Good Value |
Carlos Vargas CD Cruz Azul | €500K | €1.5M | -1.25 | Good Value |
Ralph Orquin CF América | €3.0M | €1.5M | -0.67 | Good Value |
Fernando Ordóñez Tigres UANL | €200K | €1.5M | -0.63 | Good Value |
Jair Díaz Mazatlán FC | €1.0M | €1.5M | -0.63 | Good Value |
Óscar Villa Club León FC | €250K | €1.5M | -0.56 | Good Value |
Aldo Cruz Atlético de San Luis | €1.2M | €1.5M | -0.38 | Fair Value |
Leonardo Sepúlveda Deportivo Guadalajara | €400K | €1.5M | -0.37 | Fair Value |
Salvador Rodríguez Mazatlán FC | €500K | €1.5M | -0.25 | Fair Value |
Betsiel Hernández Without Club | €300K | €1.5M | -0.21 | Fair Value |
Brayan Angulo Puebla FC | €350K | €1.5M | -0.17 | Fair Value |
Jorge Rodríguez Atlas Guadalajara | €600K | €1.5M | -0.12 | Fair Value |
Pablo Ortiz Club Tijuana | €700K | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Luis Reyes CF Monterrey | €600K | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Osvaldo Rodríguez Tigres UANL | €1.5M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Jesús Angulo Tigres UANL | €5.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Francisco Venegas Querétaro FC | €1.5M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Alejandro Mayorga FC Juárez | €1.5M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Juan Manuel Sanabria Atlético de San Luis | €6.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |