Best Attacking Midfielders in the Liga Portugal 2 (Oct 2025)

Ranked by Analytical Strength Score

Market Overview: Liga Portugal 2 Attacking Midfielders 2025-26

Our database tracks 8 Liga Portugal 2 Attacking Midfielders in the 2025-26 season, representing 5 clubs with a combined market value of €2.8M. The average market value for Liga Portugal 2 Attacking Midfielders is €344K, with the average age at 24.5 years old.

The most valuable attacking midfielder in the Liga Portugal 2 is João Caiado, worth €650K and playing for FC Paços de Ferreira at 26 years old. The top 5 Attacking Midfielders average €410K in market value, including Martín Tejón and Foe Ondoa.

Age distribution shows the youngest tracked attacking midfielder is Foe Ondoa (19 years, UD Oliveirense, €400K), while the oldest is Costinha (33 years, SC União Torreense, €200K). Research shows Attacking Midfielders typically peak at age 26.

Our 1-year forecast model projects 6 Attacking Midfielders (75%) will increase in market value over the next 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Liga Portugal 2 market for Attacking Midfielders 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.

Market Intelligence

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.

Players Tracked

By League

Premier League La Liga Bundesliga Serie A Ligue 1

By Position

GK CB LB RB CDM

More Positions

CM CAM LW RW ST

By Season

2025-26 2024-25 2023-24 2022-23

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.

U21 years1 players (13%)

€400KAvg: €400K

Top player: Foe Ondoa (€400K)

21-23 years4 players (50%)

€1.2MAvg: €300K

Top player: Martín Tejón (€500K)

24-26 years1 players (13%)

€650KAvg: €650K

Top player: João Caiado (€650K)

30+ years2 players (25%)

€500KAvg: €250K

Top player: Carlos Daniel (€300K)

Top Attacking Midfielders by Age Bracket

U21 Years (1 players)

1. Foe Ondoa(19yo)

€400K

21-23 Years (4 players)

1. Martín Tejón(21yo)

€500K

2. Famana Quizera(23yo)

€250K

3. André Simões(22yo)

€250K

4. Marco Cruz(21yo)

€200K

24-26 Years (1 players)

1. João Caiado(26yo)

€650K

30+ Years (2 players)

1. Carlos Daniel(31yo)

€300K

2. Costinha(33yo)

€200K

Market Value Distribution

Elite Tier Concentration

24%of market value

The top 1 Attacking Midfielders (13% of players) control €650K

1. João Caiado€650K

Market Tiers

Emerging (<€5M)8 players (100%)

€2.8M

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

Emerging (<€5M)

1. João Caiado

FC Paços de Ferreira€650K

2. Martín Tejón

CS Marítimo€500K

3. Foe Ondoa

UD Oliveirense€400K

4. Famana Quizera

UD Leiria€250K

5. André Simões

SC União Torreense€250K

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 players • €1.0M

FC Paços de Ferreira

1 players • €650K

SC União Torreense

2 players • €450K

UD Oliveirense

1 players • €400K

UD Leiria

1 players • €250K

CS Marítimo (3 Attacking Midfielders)

Martín Tejón(21yo)

€500K

Carlos Daniel(31yo)

€300K

Marco Cruz(21yo)

€200K

FC Paços de Ferreira (1 Attacking Midfielders)

João Caiado(26yo)

€650K

SC União Torreense (2 Attacking Midfielders)

André Simões(22yo)

€250K

Costinha(33yo)

€200K

UD Oliveirense (1 Attacking Midfielders)

Foe Ondoa(19yo)

€400K

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%

€569K€770K

Expected: €669K

22.7

Martín Tejón

CS Marítimo • 21 years old

€432K

€500K

+15.6%

€522K€740K

Expected: €631K

17.3

Foe Ondoa

UD Oliveirense • 19 years old

€346K

€400K

+15.6%

€451K€639K

Expected: €545K

12.4

Famana Quizera

UD Leiria • 23 years old

€216K

€250K

+15.6%

€247K€334K

Expected: €290K

11.0

André Simões

SC União Torreense • 22 years old

€216K

€250K

+15.6%

€257K€348K

Expected: €303K

9.9

Carlos Daniel

CS Marítimo • 31 years old

€300K

+0.0%

€241K€326K

Expected: €283K

9.3

Marco Cruz

CS Marítimo • 21 years old

€173K

€200K

+15.6%

€209K€296K

Expected: €252K

6.1

Costinha

SC União Torreense • 33 years old

€200K

+0.0%

€156K€221K

Expected: €189K

2.8

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 19 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

Martín TejónCS Marítimo

21-23 • 21yo2.00×

€500K • 100% above median

Foe OndoaUD Oliveirense

U21 • 19yo1.00×

€400K • 0% above median

Famana QuizeraUD Leiria

21-23 • 23yo1.00×

€250K • 0% above median

André SimõesSC União Torreense

21-23 • 22yo1.00×

€250K • 0% above median

Marco CruzCS Marítimo

21-23 • 21yo0.80×

€200K • -20% above median

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	19	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.

No RPP data available (requires forecast values in database)

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 77.1. That means Foe Ondoa has 36% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.

In second is CS Marítimo's Marco Cruz with a 60.1 RAU (26% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Martín Tejón of CS Marítimo with a 60.1 RAU (26% upside, 0% uncertainty).

How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 77.1 means the upside is 77.1× greater than the uncertainty—making it a high-confidence growth opportunity. Target RAU ≥2.0 for balanced risk-reward.

Risk-Adjusted Upside by Player

Foe OndoaUD Oliveirense

↑36% / ±0%77.1

Range: €451K - €639K

Marco CruzCS Marítimo

↑26% / ±0%60.1

Range: €209K - €296K

Martín TejónCS Marítimo

↑26% / ±0%60.1

Range: €522K - €740K

André SimõesSC União Torreense

↑21% / ±0%58.1

Range: €257K - €348K

Famana QuizeraUD Leiria

↑16% / ±0%46.2

Range: €247K - €334K

João CaiadoFC Paços de Ferreira

↑3% / ±0%9.6

Range: €569K - €770K

Rank	Player	Expected	Range	Upside %	RAU
#1	Foe Ondoa UD Oliveirense	€545K	€451K-639K	+36%	77.1
#2	Marco Cruz CS Marítimo	€252K	€209K-296K	+26%	60.1
#3	Martín Tejón CS Marítimo	€631K	€522K-740K	+26%	60.1
#4	André Simões SC União Torreense	€303K	€257K-348K	+21%	58.1
#5	Famana Quizera UD Leiria	€290K	€247K-334K	+16%	46.2
#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

Total Players

0.00

Avg Z-Score

0.00

RPI Score

Weak DepthStrong Depth

-3.00+3.0

Highest Z-Scores

João Caiado+2.03

Martín Tejón+1.04

Foe Ondoa+0.37

Carlos Daniel+-0.29

Famana Quizera+-0.62

Lowest Z-Scores

Costinha-0.95

Marco Cruz-0.95

André Simões-0.62

Famana Quizera-0.62

Carlos Daniel-0.29

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

João CaiadoFC Paços de Ferreira

24-26+11.1%

23.6% value share / 12.5% player share

Carlos DanielCS Marítimo

30+-6.8%

18.2% value share / 25.0% player share

CostinhaSC União Torreense

30+-6.8%

18.2% value share / 25.0% player share

Famana QuizeraUD Leiria

21-23-6.4%

43.6% value share / 50.0% player share

Marco CruzCS Marítimo

21-23-6.4%

43.6% value share / 50.0% player share

André SimõesSC União Torreense

21-23-6.4%

43.6% value share / 50.0% player share

Martín TejónCS Marítimo

21-23-6.4%

43.6% value share / 50.0% player share

Foe OndoaUD Oliveirense

U21+2.0%

14.5% value share / 12.5% player share

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: 5 immediate targets, 0 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 1 at peak.

BUY NOW - High Upside

Martín Tejón

21yo • CS Marítimo

€500K

Foe Ondoa

19yo • UD Oliveirense

€400K

Famana Quizera

23yo • UD Leiria

€250K

André Simões

22yo • SC União Torreense

€250K

Marco Cruz

21yo • CS Marítimo

€200K

WATCH LIST - High Upside

No players in this category

BUY NOW - Medium Upside

No players in this category

PEAK Players

João Caiado

26yo • FC Paços de Ferreira

€650K

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

CostinhaSC União Torreense

€200K-1.00

Fair value

Marco CruzCS Marítimo

€200K-0.20

Fair value

Foe OndoaUD Oliveirense

€400K0.00

Fair value

Carlos DanielCS Marítimo

€300K0.00

Fair value

Famana QuizeraUD Leiria

€250K0.00

Fair value

João CaiadoFC Paços de Ferreira

€650K0.00

Fair value

André SimõesSC União Torreense

€250K0.00

Fair value

Martín TejónCS Marítimo

€500K+1.00

Fair value

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

How We Rank Liga Portugal 2 Attacking Midfielders

Our Analytical Strength Score is calibrated specifically for attacking midfielders, 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 CAM

Historical Achievement Index (35%)

Peak career market value for Liga Portugal 2 attacking midfielders, 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 attacking midfielders, 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.

CAM 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 attacking midfielders

• 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 Attacking Midfielders in the 2025-26 season

Who are the most valuable Attacking Midfielders in the Liga Portugal 2 in 2025-26?

The most valuable attacking midfielder in the Liga Portugal 2 in 2025-26 is João Caiado, who is worth €650K and plays for FC Paços de Ferreira. The second most valuable is Martín Tejón (€500K, CS Marítimo), followed by Foe Ondoa (€400K, UD Oliveirense). Our database tracks 8 Liga Portugal 2 Attacking Midfielders with comprehensive market valuations updated for the 2025-26 season.

How are Liga Portugal 2 Attacking Midfielders ranked?

Liga Portugal 2 Attacking Midfielders are ranked by our proprietary Analytical Strength Score, which is specifically calibrated for Attacking Midfielders. 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 Attacking Midfielders peak?

Attacking midfielders typically peak at age 26, with a decline rate of 6.5% per year after peak. This position demands high technical ability, creativity, and burst acceleration, which tend to decline faster than other midfielder attributes. The optimal playing time is around 2,400 minutes per season.

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

Transfer fees for Liga Portugal 2 Attacking Midfielders vary significantly based on market value, contract length, and club bargaining position. For the top-ranked attacking midfielder João Caiado (market value: €650K), estimated transfer fees would range from €520K to €910K 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 Attacking Midfielders?

Our 1-year forecast model projects market value changes for Liga Portugal 2 Attacking Midfielders 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 attacking midfielder data come from?

Our Liga Portugal 2 attacking midfielder data is sourced from Transfermarkt's comprehensive football database, which aggregates market valuations, player statistics, contract information, and transfer histories. Market values are updated regularly by Transfermarkt's community of scouts and analysts who track 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 2025-26 season to ensure accuracy for recruitment and investment decisions.