Best Attacking Midfielders in the Liga Portugal 2 (Dec 2025)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Liga Portugal 2 Attacking Midfielders 2024-25
Our database tracked 8 Liga Portugal 2 Attacking Midfielders in the 2024-25 season, representing 5 clubs with a combined market value of €2.8M. The average market value for Liga Portugal 2 Attacking Midfielders was €344K, with the average age at 24.6 years old.
The most valuable attacking midfielder in the Liga Portugal 2 was João Caiado, worth €650K and played for FC Paços de Ferreira at 26 years old. The top 5 Attacking Midfielders averaged €420K in market value, including Martín Tejón and Foe Ondoa.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked attacking midfielder was Foe Ondoa (20 years, UD Oliveirense, €400K), while the oldest was Costinha (33 years, SC União Torreense, €200K). Research shows Attacking Midfielders typically peak at age 26.
Historical analysis showed 6 Attacking Midfielders (75%) 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 Attacking Midfielders remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2024-25 season.
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Explore Market Size by Position in Liga Portugal 2
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Liga Portugal 2 Attacking Midfielders. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 5 clubs with €2.8M combined value.
Age Distribution: Liga Portugal 2 Attacking Midfielders
The Liga Portugal 2 CAM market shows 4 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (4 players, 50% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €1.2M, averaging €300K per player.
Top Attacking Midfielders by Age Bracket
U21 Years (1 players)
21-23 Years (4 players)
24-26 Years (1 players)
30+ Years (2 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 1 Attacking Midfielders (13% of players) control €650K
Market Tiers
Market structure shows concentrated value with emerging (<€5m) tier representing 100% of the Liga Portugal 2 CAM pool.
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Liga Portugal 2 Attacking Midfielders
Among 5 Liga Portugal 2 clubs, CS Marítimo leads with 3 Attacking Midfielders worth €1.0M (averaging €333K per player). The top 10 clubs account for 100% of tracked Attacking Midfielders.
CS Marítimo (3 Attacking Midfielders)
FC Paços de Ferreira (1 Attacking Midfielders)
SC União Torreense (2 Attacking Midfielders)
UD Oliveirense (1 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.
João Caiado
FC Paços de Ferreira • 26 years old
€562K
€650K
+15.6%
Expected: €669K
22.7
Martín Tejón
CS Marítimo • 21 years old
€432K
€500K
+15.6%
Expected: €551K
19.7
Foe Ondoa
UD Oliveirense • 20 years old
€346K
€400K
+15.6%
Expected: €459K
16.3
Carlos Daniel
CS Marítimo • 31 years old
€387K
€300K
-22.6%
Expected: €247K
13.4
Famana Quizera
UD Leiria • 23 years old
€216K
€250K
+15.6%
Expected: €268K
12.4
André Simões
SC União Torreense • 22 years old
€216K
€250K
+15.6%
Expected: €265K
11.8
Costinha
SC União Torreense • 33 years old
€258K
€200K
-22.6%
Expected: €174K
8.5
Marco Cruz
CS Marítimo • 21 years old
€173K
€200K
+15.6%
Expected: €221K
8.4
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)
CS Marítimo's Martín Tejón at 21 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 2.00×. That means Martín Tejón is valued 2.00× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is UD Oliveirense's Foe Ondoa, who is 20 years old, with a 1.00× PPVE. Third is Famana Quizera of UD Leiria, who is 23 years old with a 1.00× 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 2.00× means the player is worth 100% 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 | Martín Tejón CS Marítimo | 21 | 21-23 | €500K | €250K | 2.00× |
| #2 | Foe Ondoa UD Oliveirense | 20 | U21 | €400K | €400K | 1.00× |
| #3 | Famana Quizera UD Leiria | 23 | 21-23 | €250K | €250K | 1.00× |
| #4 | André Simões SC União Torreense | 22 | 21-23 | €250K | €250K | 1.00× |
| #5 | Marco Cruz CS Marítimo | 21 | 21-23 | €200K | €250K | 0.80× |
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)
UD Oliveirense's Foe Ondoa at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +35%. That means Foe Ondoa is projected to appreciate 35% as they reach their peak age in 6 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is CS Marítimo's Martín Tejón, who is 21 years old, with a +30% RPP (5 years to peak). Third is Marco Cruz of CS Marítimo, 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 | Foe Ondoa UD Oliveirense | 20 | 6 | €400K | €618K | +35% |
| #2 | Martín Tejón CS Marítimo | 21 | 5 | €500K | €719K | +30% |
| #3 | Marco Cruz CS Marítimo | 21 | 5 | €200K | €287K | +30% |
| #4 | André Simões SC União Torreense | 22 | 4 | €250K | €334K | +25% |
| #5 | Famana Quizera UD Leiria | 23 | 3 | €250K | €311K | +20% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
UD Oliveirense's Foe Ondoa has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 37.1. That means Foe Ondoa has 15% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is CS Marítimo's Martín Tejón with a 26.9 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Marco Cruz of CS Marítimo 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 37.1 means the upside is 37.1× 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 | Foe Ondoa UD Oliveirense | €459K | €380K-538K | +15% | 37.1 |
| #2 | Martín Tejón CS Marítimo | €551K | €456K-646K | +10% | 26.9 |
| #3 | Marco Cruz CS Marítimo | €221K | €182K-259K | +10% | 26.9 |
| #4 | Famana Quizera UD Leiria | €268K | €228K-308K | +7% | 22.0 |
| #5 | André Simões SC União Torreense | €265K | €225K-304K | +6% | 18.4 |
| #6 | João Caiado FC Paços de Ferreira | €669K | €569K-770K | +3% | 9.6 |
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
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)
FC Paços de Ferreira's João Caiado in the 24-26 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +11.1%. That means João Caiado captures 23.6% of total market value while representing only 12.5% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is CS Marítimo's Carlos Daniel with a +-6.8% ASC (18.2% value share vs 25.0% player share in 30+ bracket). Third is Costinha of SC União Torreense with a +-6.8% ASC (18.2% value vs 25.0% players in 30+ bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +11.1% ASC means the player captures 11.1% 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 | João Caiado FC Paços de Ferreira | 24-26 | 23.6% | 12.5% | +11.1% |
| #2 | Carlos Daniel CS Marítimo | 30+ | 18.2% | 25.0% | -6.8% |
| #3 | Costinha SC União Torreense | 30+ | 18.2% | 25.0% | -6.8% |
| #4 | Famana Quizera UD Leiria | 21-23 | 43.6% | 50.0% | -6.4% |
| #5 | Marco Cruz CS Marítimo | 21-23 | 43.6% | 50.0% | -6.4% |
| #6 | André Simões SC União Torreense | 21-23 | 43.6% | 50.0% | -6.4% |
| #7 | Martín Tejón CS Marítimo | 21-23 | 43.6% | 50.0% | -6.4% |
| #8 | Foe Ondoa UD Oliveirense | U21 | 14.5% | 12.5% | +2.0% |
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, 5 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 1 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
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WATCH LIST - High Upside
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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 €650K. 0 undervalued, 0 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Costinha SC União Torreense | €200K | €300K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Marco Cruz CS Marítimo | €200K | €300K | -0.20 | Fair Value |
Foe Ondoa UD Oliveirense | €400K | €300K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Carlos Daniel CS Marítimo | €300K | €300K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Famana Quizera UD Leiria | €250K | €300K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
João Caiado FC Paços de Ferreira | €650K | €300K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
André Simões SC União Torreense | €250K | €300K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Martín Tejón CS Marítimo | €500K | €300K | +1.00 | Above Market |