Best Left-Backs in the Liga Portugal 2 (Oct 2026)
9 players tracked across 8 clubs. Updated October 2026.
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
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Player Rankings
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
T. Herrero
SC Farense • 25 years old
€363K
€420K
+15.6%
Expected: €430K
18.4
Thauan Lara
Portimonense SAD • 22 years old
€346K
€400K
+15.6%
Expected: €406K
17.0
Gu Costa
Académico Viseu FC • 21 years old
€346K
€400K
+15.6%
Expected: €406K
16.5
João Silva
UD Leiria • 28 years old
€423K
€400K
-5.4%
Expected: €354K
16.5
Bright Godwin
FC Vizela • 24 years old
€259K
€300K
+15.6%
Expected: €307K
14.3
Igor Milioransa
Académico Viseu FC • 30 years old
€387K
€300K
-22.6%
13.2
Iano Simão
FC Penafiel • 27 years old
€238K
€275K
+15.6%
11.8
Aarón Romero
GD Chaves • 27 years old
€173K
€200K
+15.6%
7.8
Afonso Peixoto
SC União Torreense • 23 years old
€130K
€150K
+15.6%
5.2
T. Herrero
SC Farense · 25 years old
18.4
ASI
Current Value
€420K
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€387K - €473K
Thauan Lara
Portimonense SAD · 22 years old
17.0
ASI
Current Value
€400K
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€357K - €454K
Gu Costa
Académico Viseu FC · 21 years old
16.5
ASI
Current Value
€400K
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€350K - €462K
João Silva
UD Leiria · 28 years old
16.5
ASI
Current Value
€400K
% Change
-5.4%
1yr Forecast Range
€311K - €396K
Bright Godwin
FC Vizela · 24 years old
14.3
ASI
Current Value
€300K
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€270K - €344K
Igor Milioransa
Académico Viseu FC · 30 years old
13.2
ASI
Current Value
€300K
% Change
-22.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Iano Simão
FC Penafiel · 27 years old
11.8
ASI
Current Value
€275K
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Aarón Romero
GD Chaves · 27 years old
7.8
ASI
Current Value
€200K
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Afonso Peixoto
SC União Torreense · 23 years old
5.2
ASI
Current Value
€150K
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Market Overview: Liga Portugal 2 Left-Backs (updated October 2026)
Our database tracks 9 Liga Portugal 2 Left-Backs as of October 2026, representing 8 clubs with a combined market value of €2.8M. The average market value for Liga Portugal 2 Left-Backs is €316K, with the average age at 25 years old.
The most valuable left-back in the Liga Portugal 2 is T. Herrero, worth €420K and playing for SC Farense at 25 years old. The top 5 Left-Backs average €384K in market value, including Thauan Lara and Gu Costa.
Age distribution shows the youngest tracked left-back is Gu Costa (21 years, Académico Viseu FC, €400K), while the oldest is Igor Milioransa (30 years, Académico Viseu FC, €300K). Research shows Left-Backs typically peak at age 28.
Our 1-year forecast model projects 6 Left-Backs (67%) 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 Left-Backs remains actively developing with emerging talent as of October 2026.
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Age Distribution: Liga Portugal 2 Left-Backs
The Liga Portugal 2 LB market shows 4 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (3 players, 33% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €950K, averaging €317K per player.
Top Left-Backs by Age Bracket
21-23 Years (3 players)
24-26 Years (2 players)
27-29 Years (3 players)
30+ Years (1 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 1 Left-Backs (11% of players) control €420K
Market Tiers
Market structure shows concentrated value with emerging (<€5m) tier representing 100% of the Liga Portugal 2 LB pool.
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Liga Portugal 2 Left-Backs
Among 8 Liga Portugal 2 clubs, Académico Viseu FC leads with 2 Left-Backs worth €700K (averaging €350K per player). The top 10 clubs account for 100% of tracked Left-Backs.
Académico Viseu FC (2 Left-Backs)
SC Farense (1 Left-Backs)
Portimonense SAD (1 Left-Backs)
UD Leiria (1 Left-Backs)
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 Gu Costa at 21 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 1.00×. That means Gu Costa is valued 1.00× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is SC Farense's T. Herrero, who is 25 years old, with a 1.00× PPVE. Third is Thauan Lara of Portimonense SAD, who is 22 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 1.00× means the player is worth 0% 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 | Gu Costa Académico Viseu FC | 21 | 21-23 | €400K | €400K | 1.00x |
| #2 | T. Herrero SC Farense | 25 | 24-26 | €420K | €420K | 1.00x |
| #3 | Thauan Lara Portimonense SAD | 22 | 21-23 | €400K | €400K | 1.00x |
| #4 | Bright Godwin FC Vizela | 24 | 24-26 | €300K | €420K | 0.71x |
| #5 | Afonso Peixoto SC União Torreense | 23 | 21-23 | €150K | €400K | 0.37x |
Return-to-Peak Potential (RPP)
Recovery potential from current value to forecasted peak. Shows how much upside remains for players approaching their prime.
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How We Rank Liga Portugal 2 Left-Backs
Our Analytical Strength Index is calibrated specifically for left-backs, 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 LB
Historical Achievement Index (35%)
Peak career market value for Liga Portugal 2 left-backs, 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 left-backs, capturing recent form, injuries, and current performance level. Weighted to reflect age-related depreciation patterns.
Playing Time Utilization (18%)
Defenders with 2,500+ minutes score highest, indicating regular starting role and sustained performance.
Age-Adjusted Performance Curve (12%)
Defenders peak at 28 with 5.0%/year decline rate. 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.
LB Performance Benchmarks
Peak Age: 28 years (balance of physicality and tactical intelligence)
Decline Rate: Widening steps, not a flat rate: about -5% at 29, -10% at 30, steeper from 31 (positioning offsets pace loss)
Optimal Minutes: 2,500 per season (regular starter with rotation management)
1-Year Market Value Forecast
Probabilistic model combining age-curve depreciation, value momentum, and playing time factors:
• Age Factor: Compounding and banded around a peak of 28: +25%/year through age 21, +15% at 22-23, +10% up to the year before peak, then -5%, -10% and steeper with each later band. Growth is damped above €30M.
• 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: ±10% confidence interval
Research Foundation
• Dendir (2016): Age-performance curves for left-backs
• 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 Left-Backs, updated October 2026
Who are the most valuable Left-Backs in the Liga Portugal 2 right now?
The most valuable left-back in the Liga Portugal 2 today is T. Herrero, who is worth €420K and plays for SC Farense. The second most valuable is Thauan Lara (€400K, Portimonense SAD), followed by Gu Costa (€400K, Académico Viseu FC). Our database tracks 9 Liga Portugal 2 Left-Backs with comprehensive market valuations updated in October 2026.
How are Liga Portugal 2 Left-Backs ranked?
Liga Portugal 2 Left-Backs are ranked by our proprietary Analytical Strength Index, which is specifically calibrated for Left-Backs. 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 Left-Backs peak?
Defenders typically peak at age 28. In our valuation model, value then falls in widening steps rather than at a flat annual rate: around -5% at 29, -10% at 30, and -25% or more from 31. Research shows defenders balance physical attributes with tactical intelligence, allowing them to maintain high performance through their late 20s. The optimal playing time for peak performance is around 2,500 minutes per season.
How much does it cost to sign a top left-back from the Liga Portugal 2?
Transfer fees for Liga Portugal 2 Left-Backs vary significantly based on market value, contract length, and club bargaining position. For the top-ranked left-back T. Herrero (market value: €420K), estimated transfer fees would range from €336K to €588K 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 Left-Backs?
Our 1-year forecast model projects market value changes for Liga Portugal 2 Left-Backs based on age-curve depreciation, historical trajectory, and playing time adjustments. The forecast combines three factors: age-based appreciation/depreciation (pre-peak players compound gains toward their position's peak age, up to +25% a year through age 21 and easing as they approach it, while post-peak players fall in widening steps), 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-defenders have ±10% 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 left-back data come from?
Our Liga Portugal 2 left-back 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 (last update October 2026) to ensure accuracy for recruitment and investment decisions.
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