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Best Players (All Positions) in the Liga Portugal 2 (Jul 2026)

Ranked by Analytical Strength Index

Market Overview: Liga Portugal 2 Players (All Positions) 2024-25

Our database tracked 137 Liga Portugal 2 Players (All Positions) in the 2024-25 season, representing 18 clubs with a combined market value of €49.9M. The average market value for Liga Portugal 2 Players (All Positions) was €364K, with the average age at 24 years old.

The most valuable player in the Liga Portugal 2 was Álvaro Zamora, worth €1.3M and played for Académico Viseu FC at 24 years old. The top 5 Players (All Positions) averaged €1.2M in market value, including Anhá Cande and Léo Azevedo.

Age distribution showed the youngest tracked player was Anhá Cande (18 years, FC Porto B, €1.5M), while the oldest was João Miguel (32 years, FC Penafiel, €200K). Research shows Players (All Positions) typically peak at age 26-27.

Historical analysis showed 102 Players (All Positions) (74%) increased in market value over the following 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, then-current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Liga Portugal 2 market for Players (All Positions) remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2024-25 season.

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137
Players Tracked

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Age: 18–40
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Age Distribution: Liga Portugal 2 Players (All Positions)

The Liga Portugal 2 ALL market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (48 players, 35% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €17.4M, averaging €363K per player.

U21 years19 players (14%)
8.8MAvg: €462K
Top player: Anhá Cande (€1.5M)
21-23 years48 players (35%)
17.4MAvg: €363K
Top player: Léo Azevedo (€1.2M)
24-26 years44 players (32%)
15.9MAvg: €362K
Top player: Álvaro Zamora (€1.3M)
27-29 years20 players (15%)
6.3MAvg: €313K
Top player: Thio (€600K)
30+ years6 players (4%)
1.5MAvg: €250K
Top player: Reko (€350K)

Top Players (All Positions) by Age Bracket

U21 Years (19 players)

1. Anhá Cande(18yo)
1.5M
2. Trofim Melnichenko(19yo)
1.0M
3. Federico Coletta(19yo)
1.0M
4. Álvaro Santos(20yo)
600K
5. Kaio Henrique(20yo)
600K

21-23 Years (48 players)

1. Léo Azevedo(22yo)
1.2M
2. Dinis(21yo)
800K
3. Werton(22yo)
750K
4. Dany Jean(23yo)
700K
5. Leonardo Vonić(23yo)
600K

24-26 Years (44 players)

1. Álvaro Zamora(24yo)
1.3M
2. Miguel Pires(24yo)
800K
3. Soufiane Messeguem(25yo)
800K
4. Zé Leite(26yo)
750K
5. Léo(26yo)
700K

27-29 Years (20 players)

1. Thio(27yo)
600K
2. Joan Femenías(29yo)
500K
3. Angel Bastunov(27yo)
400K
4. Jair Silva(28yo)
400K
5. Damien Loppy(28yo)
400K

Market Value Distribution

Elite Tier Concentration

25%of market value

The top 14 Players (All Positions) (10% of players) control €12.5M

1. Álvaro Zamora1.3M
2. Anhá Cande1.5M
3. Léo Azevedo1.2M
4. Trofim Melnichenko1.0M
5. Federico Coletta1.0M

Market Tiers

Emerging (<€5M)137 players (100%)
49.9M

Market structure shows concentrated value with emerging (<€5m) tier representing 100% of the Liga Portugal 2 ALL pool.

Emerging (<€5M)

1. Álvaro Zamora
Académico Viseu FC1.3M
2. Anhá Cande
FC Porto B1.5M
3. Léo Azevedo
SC União Torreense1.2M
4. Trofim Melnichenko
FC Porto B1.0M
5. Federico Coletta
SL Benfica B1.0M

Club Distribution: Liga Portugal 2 Players (All Positions)

Among 18 Liga Portugal 2 clubs, Académico Viseu FC leads with 13 Players (All Positions) worth €5.6M (averaging €435K per player). The top 10 clubs account for 69% of tracked Players (All Positions).

#1
Académico Viseu FC
13 players • €5.6M
#2
FC Porto B
8 players • €5.5M
#3
FC Felgueiras 1932
13 players • €4.4M
#4
SL Benfica B
11 players • €4.3M
#5
FC Penafiel
12 players • €4.0M
#6
SC União Torreense
7 players • €3.3M
#7
FC Vizela
9 players • €3.0M
#8
Leixões SC
7 players • €2.8M
#9
CS Marítimo
7 players • €2.6M
#10
UD Leiria
7 players • €2.6M

Académico Viseu FC (13 Players (All Positions))

Álvaro Zamora(24yo)
1.3M
Soufiane Messeguem(25yo)
800K
Domen Gril(25yo)
500K
Cihan Kahraman(27yo)
400K
Gu Costa(20yo)
400K

FC Porto B (8 Players (All Positions))

Anhá Cande(18yo)
1.5M
Trofim Melnichenko(19yo)
1.0M
Dinis(21yo)
800K
Leonardo Vonić(23yo)
600K
Kaio Henrique(20yo)
600K

FC Felgueiras 1932 (13 Players (All Positions))

Léo(26yo)
700K
Afonso Silva(22yo)
550K
Eirô(25yo)
450K
Gabi(26yo)
450K
Lucas Duarte(25yo)
400K

SL Benfica B (11 Players (All Positions))

Federico Coletta(19yo)
1.0M
José Melro(22yo)
600K
Tomás Moreira(21yo)
450K
Jelani Dumas(21yo)
400K
Rui Silva(19yo)
350K

Player Rankings

Ranked by Analytical Strength Index. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.

#1

Álvaro Zamora

Académico Viseu FC24 years old

1.1M

1.3M

+15.6%

1.2M1.5M

Expected: €1.3M

32.0

#2

Anhá Cande

FC Porto B18 years old

1.3M

1.5M

+15.6%

1.6M2.1M

Expected: €1.9M

31.2

#3

Léo Azevedo

SC União Torreense22 years old

1.0M

1.2M

+15.6%

1.2M1.5M

Expected: €1.3M

30.9

#5

Trofim Melnichenko

FC Porto B19 years old

865K

1.0M

+15.6%

1.0M1.4M

Expected: €1.2M

26.8

#4

Federico Coletta

SL Benfica B19 years old

865K

1.0M

+15.6%

1.0M1.4M

Expected: €1.2M

26.8

#6

Miguel Pires

UD Leiria24 years old

692K

800K

+15.6%

721K918K

Expected: €819K

26.0

#7

Soufiane Messeguem

Académico Viseu FC25 years old

692K

800K

+15.6%

688K876K

Expected: €782K

25.5

#8

Dinis

FC Porto B21 years old

692K

800K

+15.6%

760K1.0M

Expected: €882K

25.2

#9

Werton

Leixões SC22 years old

649K

750K

+15.6%

699K889K

Expected: €794K

25.0

#10

Dany Jean

SC União Torreense23 years old

605K

700K

+15.6%

660K839K

Expected: €749K

24.8

#11

Zé Leite

FC Penafiel26 years old

649K

750K

+15.6%

680K865K

Expected: €772K

24.2

#12

Léo

FC Felgueiras 193226 years old

605K

700K

+15.6%

634K807K

Expected: €721K

23.4

#13

Leonardo Vonić

FC Porto B23 years old

519K

600K

+15.6%

565K719K

Expected: €642K

22.9

#14

Noah Madsen

CS Marítimo24 years old

519K

600K

+15.6%

541K688K

Expected: €614K

22.4

#15

José Melro

SL Benfica B22 years old

519K

600K

+15.6%

559K711K

Expected: €635K

22.3

#16

Emanuel Fernandes

CD Feirense23 years old

476K

550K

+15.6%

518K660K

Expected: €589K

21.8

#17

José Sampaio

FC Vizela21 years old

519K

600K

+15.6%

570K753K

Expected: €662K

21.7

#18

Thio

FC Vizela27 years old

634K

600K

-5.4%

462K588K

Expected: €525K

21.6

#19

Afonso Silva

FC Felgueiras 193222 years old

476K

550K

+15.6%

512K652K

Expected: €582K

21.2

#20

Álvaro Santos

FC Penafiel20 years old

519K

600K

+15.6%

593K783K

Expected: €688K

21.1

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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)

Académico Viseu FC's Álvaro Zamora at 24 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 4.33×. That means Álvaro Zamora is valued 4.33× higher than the median player in the 24-26 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.

In second is FC Porto B's Anhá Cande, who is 18 years old, with a 4.29× PPVE. Third is Léo Azevedo of SC União Torreense, who is 22 years old with a 4.00× 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 4.33× means the player is worth 333% more than typical players their age-making them high-value targets before they reach peak value.

PPVE by Age Bracket

Álvaro ZamoraAcadémico Viseu FC
24-26 • 24yo4.33×
€1.3M • 333% above median
Anhá CandeFC Porto B
U21 • 18yo4.29×
€1.5M • 329% above median
Léo AzevedoSC União Torreense
21-23 • 22yo4.00×
€1.2M • 300% above median
Federico ColettaSL Benfica B
U21 • 19yo2.86×
€1.0M • 186% above median
Trofim MelnichenkoFC Porto B
U21 • 19yo2.86×
€1.0M • 186% above median
Miguel PiresUD Leiria
24-26 • 24yo2.67×
€800K • 167% above median
Soufiane MesseguemAcadémico Viseu FC
24-26 • 25yo2.67×
€800K • 167% above median
DinisFC Porto B
21-23 • 21yo2.67×
€800K • 167% above median
WertonLeixões SC
21-23 • 22yo2.50×
€750K • 150% above median
Dany JeanSC União Torreense
21-23 • 23yo2.33×
€700K • 133% above median
José SampaioFC Vizela
21-23 • 21yo2.00×
€600K • 100% above median
Leonardo VonićFC Porto B
21-23 • 23yo2.00×
€600K • 100% above median
Noah MadsenCS Marítimo
24-26 • 24yo2.00×
€600K • 100% above median
José MelroSL Benfica B
21-23 • 22yo2.00×
€600K • 100% above median
Emanuel FernandesCD Feirense
21-23 • 23yo1.83×
€550K • 83% above median
RankPlayerAgeBracketCurrent ValueBracket MedianPPVE
#1
Álvaro Zamora
Académico Viseu FC
2424-261.3M300K4.33×
#2
Anhá Cande
FC Porto B
18U211.5M350K4.29×
#3
Léo Azevedo
SC União Torreense
2221-231.2M300K4.00×
#4
Federico Coletta
SL Benfica B
19U211.0M350K2.86×
#5
Trofim Melnichenko
FC Porto B
19U211.0M350K2.86×
#6
Miguel Pires
UD Leiria
2424-26800K300K2.67×
#7
Soufiane Messeguem
Académico Viseu FC
2524-26800K300K2.67×
#8
Dinis
FC Porto B
2121-23800K300K2.67×
#9
Werton
Leixões SC
2221-23750K300K2.50×
#10
Dany Jean
SC União Torreense
2321-23700K300K2.33×
#11
José Sampaio
FC Vizela
2121-23600K300K2.00×
#12
Leonardo Vonić
FC Porto B
2321-23600K300K2.00×
#13
Noah Madsen
CS Marítimo
2424-26600K300K2.00×
#14
José Melro
SL Benfica B
2221-23600K300K2.00×
#15
Emanuel Fernandes
CD Feirense
2321-23550K300K1.83×
#16
Afonso Silva
FC Felgueiras 1932
2221-23550K300K1.83×
#17
Álvaro Santos
FC Penafiel
20U21600K350K1.71×
#18
Kaio Henrique
FC Porto B
20U21600K350K1.71×
#19
Lourenço
Leixões SC
2221-23500K300K1.67×
#20
Lucas D'Agrella
SC Farense
2121-23500K300K1.67×

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)

FC Porto B's Anhá Cande at 18 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +44%. That means Anhá Cande is projected to appreciate 44% as they reach their peak age in 8 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.

In second is UD Oliveirense's Tomoya Takahashi, who is 19 years old, with a +44% RPP (7 years to peak). Third is Guilherme Pires of Sporting CP B, who is 21 years old with a +44% 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 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

Anhá CandeFC Porto B
8yr to peak+44%
1.5M2.7M
Tomoya TakahashiUD Oliveirense
7yr to peak+44%
225K402K
Guilherme PiresSporting CP B
5yr to peak+44%
200K357K
Francisco SilvaSL Benfica B
8yr to peak+44%
300K536K
Federico ColettaSL Benfica B
7yr to peak+40%
1.0M1.7M
BernardesSL Benfica B
7yr to peak+40%
200K332K
Martim CunhaFC Porto B
7yr to peak+40%
400K665K
DuduSL Benfica B
7yr to peak+40%
200K332K
Rui SilvaSL Benfica B
7yr to peak+40%
350K582K
Trofim MelnichenkoFC Porto B
7yr to peak+40%
1.0M1.7M
Martim FerreiraSL Benfica B
6yr to peak+40%
300K499K
Dânio DjassiPortimonense SAD
7yr to peak+40%
225K374K
Simão SilvaAcadémico Viseu FC
6yr to peak+35%
350K541K
Paulo CardosoSporting CP B
6yr to peak+35%
350K541K
Olivio ToméSL Benfica B
6yr to peak+35%
250K386K
RankPlayerAgeYears to PeakCurrentPeak ForecastRPP %
#1
Anhá Cande
FC Porto B
1881.5M2.7M+44%
#2
Tomoya Takahashi
UD Oliveirense
197225K402K+44%
#3
Guilherme Pires
Sporting CP B
215200K357K+44%
#4
Francisco Silva
SL Benfica B
188300K536K+44%
#5
Federico Coletta
SL Benfica B
1971.0M1.7M+40%
#6
Bernardes
SL Benfica B
197200K332K+40%
#7
Martim Cunha
FC Porto B
197400K665K+40%
#8
Dudu
SL Benfica B
197200K332K+40%
#9
Rui Silva
SL Benfica B
197350K582K+40%
#10
Trofim Melnichenko
FC Porto B
1971.0M1.7M+40%
#11
Martim Ferreira
SL Benfica B
206300K499K+40%
#12
Dânio Djassi
Portimonense SAD
197225K374K+40%
#13
Simão Silva
Académico Viseu FC
206350K541K+35%
#14
Paulo Cardoso
Sporting CP B
206350K541K+35%
#15
Olivio Tomé
SL Benfica B
206250K386K+35%
#16
Álvaro Santos
FC Penafiel
206600K927K+35%
#17
Gu Costa
Académico Viseu FC
206400K618K+35%
#18
Kaio Henrique
FC Porto B
206600K927K+35%
#19
Marlon Júnior
Portimonense SAD
206325K502K+35%
#20
Leandro Martins
SL Benfica B
206200K309K+35%

Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)

Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.

Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)

Sporting CP B's Guilherme Pires has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 103.3. That means Guilherme Pires has 23% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.

In second is FC Porto B's Anhá Cande with a 68.9 RAU (23% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Francisco Silva of SL Benfica B with a 68.9 RAU (23% upside, 0% uncertainty).

How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 103.3 means the upside is 103.3× greater than the uncertainty-making it a high-confidence growth opportunity. Target RAU ≥2.0 for balanced risk-reward.

Risk-Adjusted Upside by Player

Guilherme PiresSporting CP B
23% / ±0%103.3
Range: €224K - €270K
Anhá CandeFC Porto B
23% / ±0%68.9
Range: €1.6M - €2.1M
Francisco SilvaSL Benfica B
23% / ±0%68.9
Range: €319K - €422K
Tomoya TakahashiUD Oliveirense
23% / ±0%68.9
Range: €239K - €316K
Unai PérezSC União Torreense
10% / ±0%58.1
Range: €254K - €298K
Jakob OdehnalUD Leiria
10% / ±0%58.1
Range: €152K - €179K
Vítor HugoLusitânia FC Lourosa
10% / ±0%58.1
Range: €406K - €476K
Martim FerreiraSL Benfica B
19% / ±0%58.0
Range: €308K - €407K
Rui SilvaSL Benfica B
19% / ±0%58.0
Range: €359K - €474K
Federico ColettaSL Benfica B
19% / ±0%58.0
Range: €1.0M - €1.4M
Trofim MelnichenkoFC Porto B
19% / ±0%58.0
Range: €1.0M - €1.4M
BernardesSL Benfica B
19% / ±0%58.0
Range: €205K - €271K
Martim CunhaFC Porto B
19% / ±0%58.0
Range: €411K - €542K
DuduSL Benfica B
19% / ±0%58.0
Range: €205K - €271K
Dânio DjassiPortimonense SAD
19% / ±0%58.0
Range: €231K - €305K
RankPlayerExpectedRangeUpside %RAU
#1
Guilherme Pires
Sporting CP B
247K224K-270K+23%103.3
#2
Anhá Cande
FC Porto B
1.9M1.6M-2.1M+23%68.9
#3
Francisco Silva
SL Benfica B
370K319K-422K+23%68.9
#4
Tomoya Takahashi
UD Oliveirense
278K239K-316K+23%68.9
#5
Unai Pérez
SC União Torreense
276K254K-298K+10%58.1
#6
Jakob Odehnal
UD Leiria
165K152K-179K+10%58.1
#7
Vítor Hugo
Lusitânia FC Lourosa
441K406K-476K+10%58.1
#8
Martim Ferreira
SL Benfica B
357K308K-407K+19%58.0
#9
Rui Silva
SL Benfica B
417K359K-474K+19%58.0
#10
Federico Coletta
SL Benfica B
1.2M1.0M-1.4M+19%58.0
#11
Trofim Melnichenko
FC Porto B
1.2M1.0M-1.4M+19%58.0
#12
Bernardes
SL Benfica B
238K205K-271K+19%58.0
#13
Martim Cunha
FC Porto B
476K411K-542K+19%58.0
#14
Dudu
SL Benfica B
238K205K-271K+19%58.0
#15
Dânio Djassi
Portimonense SAD
268K231K-305K+19%58.0
#16
Olivio Tomé
SL Benfica B
287K247K-326K+15%46.3
#17
Simão Silva
Académico Viseu FC
401K346K-457K+15%46.3
#18
Paulo Cardoso
Sporting CP B
401K346K-457K+15%46.3
#19
Álvaro Santos
FC Penafiel
688K593K-783K+15%46.3
#20
Samad Popoola
CD Feirense
172K148K-196K+15%46.3

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: player position shows strong depth (avg Z-score: 0.00). RPI: 0.00.

Position Depth Analysis

137
Total Players
0.00
Avg Z-Score
0.00
RPI Score
Weak DepthStrong Depth
-3.00+3.0

Highest Z-Scores

Anhá Cande+4.98
Álvaro Zamora+4.10
Léo Azevedo+3.66
Trofim Melnichenko+2.79
Federico Coletta+2.79

Lowest Z-Scores

Gustavão-1.05
Danny-1.05
Mateus Sarará-1.05
Pedrinho-1.05
Giovani Bamba-0.94

Age-Share Concentration (ASC)

Identifies players capturing disproportionate value relative to age group representation. Positive ASC = value concentration.

Understanding Age-Share Concentration (ASC)

SL Benfica B's Federico Coletta in the U21 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +3.7%. That means Anhá Cande captures 17.6% of total market value while representing only 13.9% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.

In second is UD Oliveirense's Tomoya Takahashi with a +3.7% ASC (17.6% value share vs 13.9% player share in U21 bracket). Third is Álvaro Santos of FC Penafiel with a +3.7% ASC (17.6% value vs 13.9% players in U21 bracket).

How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +3.7% ASC means the player captures 3.7% more market value than their numerical representation-indicating marquee status. ASC > +15% = elite dominance, ASC < -15% = potential value targets.

Value Concentration by Player

Federico ColettaSL Benfica B
U21+3.7%
17.6% value share / 13.9% player share
Tomoya TakahashiUD Oliveirense
U21+3.7%
17.6% value share / 13.9% player share
Álvaro SantosFC Penafiel
U21+3.7%
17.6% value share / 13.9% player share
BernardesSL Benfica B
U21+3.7%
17.6% value share / 13.9% player share
Anhá CandeFC Porto B
U21+3.7%
17.6% value share / 13.9% player share
Martim CunhaFC Porto B
U21+3.7%
17.6% value share / 13.9% player share
Gu CostaAcadémico Viseu FC
U21+3.7%
17.6% value share / 13.9% player share
Simão SilvaAcadémico Viseu FC
U21+3.7%
17.6% value share / 13.9% player share
Kaio HenriqueFC Porto B
U21+3.7%
17.6% value share / 13.9% player share
Dânio DjassiPortimonense SAD
U21+3.7%
17.6% value share / 13.9% player share
Paulo CardosoSporting CP B
U21+3.7%
17.6% value share / 13.9% player share
Marlon JúniorPortimonense SAD
U21+3.7%
17.6% value share / 13.9% player share
Olivio ToméSL Benfica B
U21+3.7%
17.6% value share / 13.9% player share
Francisco SilvaSL Benfica B
U21+3.7%
17.6% value share / 13.9% player share
Martim FerreiraSL Benfica B
U21+3.7%
17.6% value share / 13.9% player share
RankPlayerAge BracketValue SharePlayer ShareASC
#1
Federico Coletta
SL Benfica B
U2117.6%13.9%+3.7%
#2
Tomoya Takahashi
UD Oliveirense
U2117.6%13.9%+3.7%
#3
Álvaro Santos
FC Penafiel
U2117.6%13.9%+3.7%
#4
Bernardes
SL Benfica B
U2117.6%13.9%+3.7%
#5
Anhá Cande
FC Porto B
U2117.6%13.9%+3.7%
#6
Martim Cunha
FC Porto B
U2117.6%13.9%+3.7%
#7
Gu Costa
Académico Viseu FC
U2117.6%13.9%+3.7%
#8
Simão Silva
Académico Viseu FC
U2117.6%13.9%+3.7%
#9
Kaio Henrique
FC Porto B
U2117.6%13.9%+3.7%
#10
Dânio Djassi
Portimonense SAD
U2117.6%13.9%+3.7%
#11
Paulo Cardoso
Sporting CP B
U2117.6%13.9%+3.7%
#12
Marlon Júnior
Portimonense SAD
U2117.6%13.9%+3.7%
#13
Olivio Tomé
SL Benfica B
U2117.6%13.9%+3.7%
#14
Francisco Silva
SL Benfica B
U2117.6%13.9%+3.7%
#15
Martim Ferreira
SL Benfica B
U2117.6%13.9%+3.7%
#16
Dudu
SL Benfica B
U2117.6%13.9%+3.7%
#17
Rui Silva
SL Benfica B
U2117.6%13.9%+3.7%
#18
Trofim Melnichenko
FC Porto B
U2117.6%13.9%+3.7%
#19
Leandro Martins
SL Benfica B
U2117.6%13.9%+3.7%
#20
Tokinho Dória
Lusitânia FC Lourosa
27-2912.5%14.6%-2.1%

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: 12 immediate targets, 61 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 55 at peak.

BUY NOW - High Upside

Anhá Cande
18yo • FC Porto B
1.5M
Trofim Melnichenko
19yo • FC Porto B
1.0M
Federico Coletta
19yo • SL Benfica B
1.0M
Martim Cunha
19yo • FC Porto B
400K
Rui Silva
19yo • SL Benfica B
350K
Martim Ferreira
20yo • SL Benfica B
300K
Francisco Silva
18yo • SL Benfica B
300K
Tomoya Takahashi
19yo • UD Oliveirense
225K
Dânio Djassi
19yo • Portimonense SAD
225K
Guilherme Pires
21yo • Sporting CP B
200K
Dudu
19yo • SL Benfica B
200K
Bernardes
19yo • SL Benfica B
200K

WATCH LIST - High Upside

No players in this category

BUY NOW - Medium Upside

Léo Azevedo
22yo • SC União Torreense
1.2M
Dinis
21yo • FC Porto B
800K
Werton
22yo • Leixões SC
750K
Dany Jean
23yo • SC União Torreense
700K
Leonardo Vonić
23yo • FC Porto B
600K
José Melro
22yo • SL Benfica B
600K
Emanuel Fernandes
23yo • CD Feirense
550K
José Sampaio
21yo • FC Vizela
600K
Afonso Silva
22yo • FC Felgueiras 1932
550K
Álvaro Santos
20yo • FC Penafiel
600K
Kaio Henrique
20yo • FC Porto B
600K
Lourenço
22yo • Leixões SC
500K
Domen Gril
25yo • Académico Viseu FC
500K
Gonçalo Tabuaço
25yo • Leixões SC
500K
Arnau Casas
22yo • SC União Torreense
500K
Xavi Grande
21yo • CS Marítimo
500K
Lucas D'Agrella
21yo • SC Farense
500K
Tomás Moreira
21yo • SL Benfica B
450K
Thauan Lara
22yo • Portimonense SAD
400K
Vítor Hugo
24yo • Lusitânia FC Lourosa
400K
Jelani Dumas
21yo • SL Benfica B
400K
Benjamin Kanuric
23yo • Leixões SC
350K
Miguel Teixeira
22yo • Lusitânia FC Lourosa
375K
Kauan
23yo • FC Paços de Ferreira
350K
Gu Costa
20yo • Académico Viseu FC
400K
Kotaro Nagata
21yo • UD Oliveirense
350K
Paulo Cardoso
20yo • Sporting CP B
350K
Simão Silva
20yo • Académico Viseu FC
350K
Jorge Delgado
23yo • GD Chaves
300K
Mário Júnior
23yo • FC Felgueiras 1932
300K
Jarleysom
22yo • Portimonense SAD
300K
António Ribeiro
22yo • FC Porto B
300K
Gonçalo Braga
22yo • Lusitânia FC Lourosa
300K
Danilo
22yo • SC União Torreense
300K
Miguel
22yo • CD Feirense
300K
Marlon Júnior
20yo • Portimonense SAD
325K
Dokou Dodo
22yo • Leixões SC
300K
João Adriano
23yo • UD Oliveirense
250K
Gonçalo Negrão
23yo • FC Penafiel
250K
Bruno Faria
21yo • Lusitânia FC Lourosa
275K
Bernardo Gomes
22yo • UD Leiria
250K
Beni Jetour
21yo • FC Felgueiras 1932
250K
Unai Pérez
24yo • SC União Torreense
250K
Lorougnon Gohi
21yo • Académico Viseu FC
250K
Luís Gomes
21yo • FC Porto B
250K
Olivio Tomé
20yo • SL Benfica B
250K
Fernandinho
22yo • FC Paços de Ferreira
225K
Rafael Besugo
22yo • Sporting CP B
200K
Luis Quintero
21yo • SC União Torreense
200K
Jota
23yo • FC Penafiel
175K
Leandro Martins
20yo • SL Benfica B
200K
Morufdeen Moshood
22yo • Leixões SC
175K
Dário
22yo • FC Felgueiras 1932
175K
Afonso Peixoto
23yo • SC União Torreense
150K
Tomás Silva
22yo • Académico Viseu FC
150K
Gui Meira
21yo • CD Feirense
150K
Pedro Ramos
21yo • FC Vizela
150K
Jakob Odehnal
24yo • UD Leiria
150K
Samad Popoola
21yo • CD Feirense
150K
Mateus Sarará
24yo • Portimonense SAD
125K
Gustavão
21yo • UD Oliveirense
125K

PEAK Players

Álvaro Zamora
24yo • Académico Viseu FC
1.3M
Miguel Pires
24yo • UD Leiria
800K
Soufiane Messeguem
25yo • Académico Viseu FC
800K
Zé Leite
26yo • FC Penafiel
750K
Léo
26yo • FC Felgueiras 1932
700K
Noah Madsen
24yo • CS Marítimo
600K
Thio
27yo • FC Vizela
600K
Simo Bouzaidi
26yo • CS Marítimo
550K
Eirô
25yo • FC Felgueiras 1932
450K
Gabi
26yo • FC Felgueiras 1932
450K
Salvi Carrasco
26yo • UD Leiria
400K
Lucas Duarte
25yo • FC Felgueiras 1932
400K
Angel Bastunov
27yo • FC Vizela
400K
Jair Silva
28yo • UD Leiria
400K
Damien Loppy
28yo • FC Vizela
400K
João Silva
28yo • UD Leiria
400K
Cihan Kahraman
27yo • Académico Viseu FC
400K
Toni Herrero
25yo • SC Farense
375K
João Guilherme
25yo • Académico Viseu FC
350K
Rúben Pereira
28yo • Académico Viseu FC
350K
Miguel Pereira
27yo • Lusitânia FC Lourosa
350K
Balla Sangaré
26yo • SC Farense
350K
Enrique Peña Zauner
26yo • CS Marítimo
350K
Ibrahima
27yo • CS Marítimo
350K
Ítalo
24yo • FC Vizela
300K
Bright Godwin
24yo • FC Vizela
300K
Robyn Esajas
24yo • GD Chaves
300K
Douglas Borel
24yo • UD Oliveirense
300K
Raúl Alcaina
25yo • FC Penafiel
300K
João Victor
26yo • FC Paços de Ferreira
300K
Mario Rivas
26yo • FC Felgueiras 1932
300K
Mathys Jean-Marie
24yo • FC Felgueiras 1932
275K
Iano Simão
27yo • FC Penafiel
275K
Kirill Klimov
25yo • CD Feirense
250K
Paulité
25yo • Leixões SC
250K
João Pinto
25yo • FC Felgueiras 1932
250K
Xavier
26yo • Portimonense SAD
250K
Dominik Steczyk
27yo • Académico Viseu FC
250K
Tiago Simões
26yo • GD Chaves
250K
Diego Fernandes
24yo • FC Paços de Ferreira
225K
Felipe Scheibig
26yo • FC Felgueiras 1932
200K
Desmond Nketia
25yo • CD Feirense
200K
Alexandre Abel
28yo • Portimonense SAD
200K
Aarón Romero
27yo • GD Chaves
200K
Jójó
27yo • CD Feirense
200K
Armando Jr
24yo • UD Leiria
175K
Pedro Vieira
24yo • FC Penafiel
175K
Joseph Séry
25yo • FC Penafiel
175K
Samy
26yo • Portimonense SAD
175K
Filipe Cruz
24yo • FC Felgueiras 1932
150K
Andrea Hristov
27yo • FC Vizela
150K
Preslav Borukov
26yo • CS Marítimo
150K
Giovani Bamba
27yo • FC Vizela
150K
Pedrinho
24yo • CS Marítimo
125K
Danny
28yo • Lusitânia FC Lourosa
125K

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 €275K. 0 undervalued, 11 premium.

Value Positioning vs Peers

DannyLusitânia FC Lourosa
125K-1.12
Undervalued
Federico BikoroGD Chaves
150K-1.00
Undervalued
Andrea HristovFC Vizela
150K-1.00
Fair value
Giovani BambaFC Vizela
150K-1.00
Fair value
PedrinhoCS Marítimo
125K-0.78
Fair value
Mateus SararáPortimonense SAD
125K-0.78
Fair value
JójóCD Feirense
200K-0.75
Fair value
Aarón RomeroGD Chaves
200K-0.75
Fair value
Alexandre AbelPortimonense SAD
200K-0.75
Fair value
Preslav BorukovCS Marítimo
150K-0.67
Fair value
Jakob OdehnalUD Leiria
150K-0.67
Fair value
Filipe CruzFC Felgueiras 1932
150K-0.67
Fair value
GustavãoUD Oliveirense
125K-0.64
Fair value
Pedro VieiraFC Penafiel
175K-0.56
Fair value
Joseph SéryFC Penafiel
175K-0.56
Fair value
PlayerMarket ValuePosition MedianZ-ScoreAssessment
Danny
Lusitânia FC Lourosa
125K300K-1.12Good Value
Federico Bikoro
GD Chaves
150K300K-1.00Good Value
Andrea Hristov
FC Vizela
150K300K-1.00Good Value
Giovani Bamba
FC Vizela
150K300K-1.00Good Value
Pedrinho
CS Marítimo
125K300K-0.78Good Value
Mateus Sarará
Portimonense SAD
125K300K-0.78Good Value
Jójó
CD Feirense
200K300K-0.75Good Value
Aarón Romero
GD Chaves
200K300K-0.75Good Value
Alexandre Abel
Portimonense SAD
200K300K-0.75Good Value
Preslav Borukov
CS Marítimo
150K300K-0.67Good Value
Jakob Odehnal
UD Leiria
150K300K-0.67Good Value
Filipe Cruz
FC Felgueiras 1932
150K300K-0.67Good Value
Gustavão
UD Oliveirense
125K300K-0.64Good Value
Pedro Vieira
FC Penafiel
175K300K-0.56Good Value
Joseph Séry
FC Penafiel
175K300K-0.56Good Value
Samy
Portimonense SAD
175K300K-0.56Good Value
Armando Jr
UD Leiria
175K300K-0.56Good Value
Tomás Silva
Académico Viseu FC
150K300K-0.55Good Value
Gui Meira
CD Feirense
150K300K-0.55Good Value
Pedro Ramos
FC Vizela
150K300K-0.55Good Value

How We Rank Liga Portugal 2 Players (All Positions)

Our Analytical Strength Index is calibrated specifically for players (all positions), using position-specific age curves and playing time benchmarks. The model draws from academic research on player valuation (Franck & Nüesch, 2012) and age-performance curves (Dendir, 2016).

Scoring Components for ALL

Historical Achievement Index (35%)

Peak career market value for Liga Portugal 2 players (all positions), reflecting proven track record and reputation. Uses log-scale to account for exponential value distribution at elite level.

Current Performance Proxy (30%)

Present market value for Liga Portugal 2 players (all positions), capturing recent form, injuries, and current performance level. Weighted to reflect age-related depreciation patterns.

Playing Time Utilization (18%)

Midfielders with 2,400+ minutes score highest, indicating regular starting role and sustained performance.

Age-Adjusted Performance Curve (12%)

Midfielders peak at 26-27 with 6.0%/year decline. Pre-peak players score higher on development trajectory.

Competition Level Adjustment (3%)

Liga Portugal 2 competition level factored into comparative strength assessment.

Performance Expectations Multiplier (2%)

Players at clubs with Champions League pedigree face higher performance standards and tactical complexity, contributing to development and market validation.

ALL Performance Benchmarks

Peak Age: 26-27 years (technical skill and tactical awareness)

Decline Rate: 6.0% per year (technical skills age better than physical attributes)

Optimal Minutes: 2,400-2,500 per season (balance of involvement and recovery)

1-Year Market Value Forecast

Probabilistic model combining age-curve depreciation, value momentum, and playing time factors:

Age Factor: Midfielder -6.0%/year post-peak, +5%/year pre-peak

Value Trajectory: Near career peak (>95% of peak value): +3% momentum | Moderate decline: -5%

Playing Time Factor: Regular starters (+2%), Squad rotation (-2%)

Forecast Range: ±12-15% confidence interval

Research Foundation

Dendir (2016): Age-performance curves for players (all positions)

Carmichael et al. (2011): Player depreciation in top leagues

Franck & Nüesch (2012): Hedonic pricing models for talent valuation

Szymanski, S. (2015). Money and Soccer: A Soccernomics Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liga Portugal 2 Players (All Positions) in the 2024-25 season

Who are the most valuable Players (All Positions) in the Liga Portugal 2 in 2024-25?

The most valuable player in the Liga Portugal 2 in 2024-25 is Álvaro Zamora, who is worth €1.3M and plays for Académico Viseu FC. The second most valuable is Anhá Cande (€1.5M, FC Porto B), followed by Léo Azevedo (€1.2M, SC União Torreense). Our database tracks 137 Liga Portugal 2 Players (All Positions) with comprehensive market valuations updated for the 2024-25 season.

How are Liga Portugal 2 Players (All Positions) ranked?

Liga Portugal 2 Players (All Positions) are ranked by our proprietary Analytical Strength Index, which is specifically calibrated for Players (All Positions). The score combines six factors: Historical Achievement Index (35%) measuring peak career value, Current Performance Proxy (30%) reflecting recent market signals, Playing Time Utilization (18%) tracking minutes played, Age-Adjusted Performance Curve (12%) using position-specific peak ages, League Quality Coefficient (3%) for Liga Portugal 2 competition level, and Club Tier Multiplier (2%) accounting for club prestige. This methodology is grounded in academic research including work by Dendir (2016) on age-performance curves and Franck & Nüesch (2012) on hedonic pricing models.

What age do Players (All Positions) peak?

How much does it cost to sign a top player from the Liga Portugal 2?

Transfer fees for Liga Portugal 2 Players (All Positions) vary significantly based on market value, contract length, and club bargaining position. For the top-ranked player Álvaro Zamora (market value: €1.3M), estimated transfer fees would range from €1.0M to €1.8M depending on contract situation. Players with longer contracts (3+ years) command premium fees (1.2-1.4× market value), while those in the final year may be available for 0.8-1.1× market value. Our fee estimates are derived from historical transfer patterns and contract-clock modifiers validated against actual Liga Portugal 2 transactions.

What is the value forecast for Liga Portugal 2 Players (All Positions)?

Our 1-year forecast model projects market value changes for Liga Portugal 2 Players (All Positions) based on age-curve depreciation, historical trajectory, and playing time adjustments. The forecast combines three factors: age-based appreciation/depreciation (pre-peak players gain ~5% per year toward peak age, post-peak players decline at position-specific rates), market trajectory momentum (comparing current to peak value), and playing time confidence (regular starters receive +2% boost). Forecast confidence intervals account for position-specific volatility-midfielders have ±12-15% volatility. Young players (under 22) and older players (over 32) receive 1.15× uncertainty multipliers due to unpredictable development or decline patterns.

Where does the Liga Portugal 2 player data come from?

Our Liga Portugal 2 player data is sourced from Football Analytics AI's proprietary Transfer Intelligence Database, which aggregates market valuations, player statistics, contract information, and transfer histories from multiple industry sources. Market values are updated regularly based on player performance, injuries, contract negotiations, and transfer market activity. We enhance this data with our proprietary analytics including position-specific scoring algorithms, age-performance curves calibrated to academic research, and statistical forecast models. All data is validated against official Liga Portugal 2 sources and updated monthly for the 2024-25 season to ensure accuracy for recruitment and investment decisions.