Best Left Wingers in the Liga Portugal 2 (Aug 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.
Álvaro Zamora
Académico Viseu FC • 24 years old
€1.1M
€1.3M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.3M
32.5
Werton
Leixões SC • 22 years old
€649K
€750K
+15.6%
Expected: €761K
24.8
Dany Jean
SC União Torreense • 23 years old
€605K
€700K
+15.6%
Expected: €679K
24.4
Léo
FC Felgueiras 1932 • 27 years old
€605K
€700K
+15.6%
Expected: €636K
23.4
Thio
FC Vizela • 27 years old
€519K
€600K
+15.6%
Expected: €545K
21.5
Simo Bouzaidi
CS Marítimo • 26 years old
€476K
€550K
+15.6%
Expected: €486K
20.9
Damien Loppy
FC Vizela • 28 years old
€423K
€400K
-5.4%
Expected: €317K
16.5
Enrique Peña Zauner
CS Marítimo • 26 years old
€303K
€350K
+15.6%
Expected: €310K
15.2
Simão Silva
Académico Viseu FC • 21 years old
€303K
€350K
+15.6%
Expected: €355K
14.9
Robyn Esajas
GD Chaves • 24 years old
€259K
€300K
+15.6%
Expected: €307K
14.3
Miguel
CD Feirense • 22 years old
€259K
€300K
+15.6%
Expected: €304K
13.4
Lorougnon Gohi
Académico Viseu FC • 22 years old
€216K
€250K
+15.6%
Expected: €254K
11.1
Paulité
Leixões SC • 26 years old
€216K
€250K
+15.6%
Expected: €221K
11.0
Dânio Djassi
Portimonense SAD • 19 years old
€195K
€225K
+15.6%
Expected: €248K
8.5
Pedro Vieira
FC Penafiel • 24 years old
€151K
€175K
+15.6%
Expected: €179K
7.5
Jota
FC Penafiel • 23 years old
€151K
€175K
+15.6%
Expected: €170K
7.1
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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 Left Wingers. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 10 clubs with €7.4M combined value.
Age Distribution: Liga Portugal 2 Left Wingers
The Liga Portugal 2 LW market shows 4 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (6 players, 38% of market). The 24-26 age group holds the most value at €2.9M, averaging €488K per player.
Top Left Wingers by Age Bracket
U21 Years (1 players)
21-23 Years (6 players)
24-26 Years (6 players)
27-29 Years (3 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 2 Left Wingers (13% of players) control €2.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows concentrated value with emerging (<€5m) tier representing 100% of the Liga Portugal 2 LW pool.
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Liga Portugal 2 Left Wingers
Among 10 Liga Portugal 2 clubs, Académico Viseu FC leads with 3 Left Wingers worth €1.9M (averaging €633K per player). The top 10 clubs account for 100% of tracked Left Wingers.
Académico Viseu FC (3 Left Wingers)
Leixões SC (2 Left Wingers)
FC Vizela (2 Left Wingers)
CS Marítimo (2 Left Wingers)
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 Leixões SC's Werton, who is 22 years old, with a 2.14× PPVE. Third is Dany Jean of SC União Torreense, who is 23 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 4.33× 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
| Rank | Player | Age | Bracket | Current Value | Bracket Median | PPVE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Álvaro Zamora Académico Viseu FC | 24 | 24-26 | €1.3M | €300K | 4.33× |
| #2 | Werton Leixões SC | 22 | 21-23 | €750K | €350K | 2.14× |
| #3 | Dany Jean SC União Torreense | 23 | 21-23 | €700K | €350K | 2.00× |
| #4 | Simão Silva Académico Viseu FC | 21 | 21-23 | €350K | €350K | 1.00× |
| #5 | Dânio Djassi Portimonense SAD | 19 | U21 | €225K | €225K | 1.00× |
| #6 | Robyn Esajas GD Chaves | 24 | 24-26 | €300K | €300K | 1.00× |
| #7 | Miguel CD Feirense | 22 | 21-23 | €300K | €350K | 0.86× |
| #8 | Lorougnon Gohi Académico Viseu FC | 22 | 21-23 | €250K | €350K | 0.71× |
| #9 | Pedro Vieira FC Penafiel | 24 | 24-26 | €175K | €300K | 0.58× |
| #10 | Jota FC Penafiel | 23 | 21-23 | €175K | €350K | 0.50× |
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)
Portimonense SAD's Dânio Djassi at 19 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +44%. That means Dânio Djassi is projected to appreciate 44% as they reach their peak age in 7 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Académico Viseu FC's Simão Silva, who is 21 years old, with a +35% RPP (5 years to peak). Third is Lorougnon Gohi of Académico Viseu FC, who is 22 years old with a +30% RPP (4 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
| Rank | Player | Age | Years to Peak | Current | Peak Forecast | RPP % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dânio Djassi Portimonense SAD | 19 | 7 | €225K | €402K | +44% |
| #2 | Simão Silva Académico Viseu FC | 21 | 5 | €350K | €541K | +35% |
| #3 | Lorougnon Gohi Académico Viseu FC | 22 | 4 | €250K | €359K | +30% |
| #4 | Miguel CD Feirense | 22 | 4 | €300K | €431K | +30% |
| #5 | Werton Leixões SC | 22 | 4 | €750K | €1.1M | +30% |
| #6 | Jota FC Penafiel | 23 | 3 | €175K | €234K | +25% |
| #7 | Dany Jean SC União Torreense | 23 | 3 | €700K | €936K | +25% |
| #8 | Pedro Vieira FC Penafiel | 24 | 2 | €175K | €218K | +20% |
| #9 | Robyn Esajas GD Chaves | 24 | 2 | €300K | €373K | +20% |
| #10 | Álvaro Zamora Académico Viseu FC | 24 | 2 | €1.3M | €1.6M | +20% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Portimonense SAD's Dânio Djassi has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 33.7. That means Dânio Djassi has 10% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is FC Penafiel's Pedro Vieira with a 9.8 RAU (2% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Robyn Esajas of GD Chaves with a 9.8 RAU (2% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 33.7 means the upside is 33.7× 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 | Dânio Djassi Portimonense SAD | €248K | €214K-282K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #2 | Pedro Vieira FC Penafiel | €179K | €158K-201K | +2% | 9.8 |
| #3 | Robyn Esajas GD Chaves | €307K | €270K-344K | +2% | 9.8 |
| #4 | Álvaro Zamora Académico Viseu FC | €1.3M | €1.2M-1.5M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #5 | Miguel CD Feirense | €304K | €268K-341K | +1% | 5.9 |
| #6 | Lorougnon Gohi Académico Viseu FC | €254K | €223K-284K | +1% | 5.9 |
| #7 | Werton Leixões SC | €761K | €669K-852K | +1% | 5.9 |
| #8 | Simão Silva Académico Viseu FC | €355K | €306K-404K | +1% | 5.1 |
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 winger position shows strong depth (avg Z-score: 0.00). RPI: 0.00.
Position Depth Analysis
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Age-Share Concentration (ASC)
Identifies players capturing disproportionate value relative to age group representation. Positive ASC = value concentration.
Understanding Age-Share Concentration (ASC)
FC Vizela's Damien Loppy in the 27-29 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +4.3%. That means Léo captures 23.1% of total market value while representing only 18.8% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.
In second is FC Vizela's Thio with a +4.3% ASC (23.1% value share vs 18.8% player share in 27-29 bracket). Third is Léo of FC Felgueiras 1932 with a +4.3% ASC (23.1% value vs 18.8% players in 27-29 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +4.3% ASC means the player captures 4.3% 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 | Damien Loppy FC Vizela | 27-29 | 23.1% | 18.8% | +4.3% |
| #2 | Thio FC Vizela | 27-29 | 23.1% | 18.8% | +4.3% |
| #3 | Léo FC Felgueiras 1932 | 27-29 | 23.1% | 18.8% | +4.3% |
| #4 | Jota FC Penafiel | 21-23 | 34.2% | 37.5% | -3.3% |
| #5 | Miguel CD Feirense | 21-23 | 34.2% | 37.5% | -3.3% |
| #6 | Simão Silva Académico Viseu FC | 21-23 | 34.2% | 37.5% | -3.3% |
| #7 | Lorougnon Gohi Académico Viseu FC | 21-23 | 34.2% | 37.5% | -3.3% |
| #8 | Dany Jean SC União Torreense | 21-23 | 34.2% | 37.5% | -3.3% |
| #9 | Werton Leixões SC | 21-23 | 34.2% | 37.5% | -3.3% |
| #10 | Dânio Djassi Portimonense SAD | U21 | 3.1% | 6.3% | -3.2% |
| #11 | Enrique Peña Zauner CS Marítimo | 24-26 | 39.7% | 37.5% | +2.2% |
| #12 | Simo Bouzaidi CS Marítimo | 24-26 | 39.7% | 37.5% | +2.2% |
| #13 | Robyn Esajas GD Chaves | 24-26 | 39.7% | 37.5% | +2.2% |
| #14 | Pedro Vieira FC Penafiel | 24-26 | 39.7% | 37.5% | +2.2% |
| #15 | Paulité Leixões SC | 24-26 | 39.7% | 37.5% | +2.2% |
| #16 | Álvaro Zamora Académico Viseu FC | 24-26 | 39.7% | 37.5% | +2.2% |
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, 1 standard acquisitions, 6 watch-list prospects, 9 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
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WATCH LIST - High Upside
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 €600K. 0 undervalued, 1 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Damien Loppy FC Vizela | €400K | €350K | -0.67 | Good Value |
Pedro Vieira FC Penafiel | €175K | €350K | -0.58 | Good Value |
Jota FC Penafiel | €175K | €350K | -0.39 | Fair Value |
Paulité Leixões SC | €250K | €350K | -0.33 | Fair Value |
Lorougnon Gohi Académico Viseu FC | €250K | €350K | -0.22 | Fair Value |
Robyn Esajas GD Chaves | €300K | €350K | -0.17 | Fair Value |
Miguel CD Feirense | €300K | €350K | -0.11 | Fair Value |
Simão Silva Académico Viseu FC | €350K | €350K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Dânio Djassi Portimonense SAD | €225K | €350K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Enrique Peña Zauner CS Marítimo | €350K | €350K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Thio FC Vizela | €600K | €350K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Léo FC Felgueiras 1932 | €700K | €350K | +0.33 | Fair Value |
Simo Bouzaidi CS Marítimo | €550K | €350K | +0.67 | Above Market |
Dany Jean SC União Torreense | €700K | €350K | +0.78 | Above Market |
Werton Leixões SC | €750K | €350K | +0.89 | Above Market |
Álvaro Zamora Académico Viseu FC | €1.3M | €350K | +3.17 | Premium |
Market Overview: Liga Portugal 2 Left Wingers 2023-24
Our database tracked 16 Liga Portugal 2 Left Wingers in the 2023-24 season, representing 10 clubs with a combined market value of €7.4M. The average market value for Liga Portugal 2 Left Wingers was €461K, with the average age at 24 years old.
The most valuable left winger in the Liga Portugal 2 was Álvaro Zamora, worth €1.3M and played for Académico Viseu FC at 24 years old. The top 5 Left Wingers averaged €810K in market value, including Werton and Dany Jean.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked left winger was Dânio Djassi (19 years, Portimonense SAD, €225K), while the oldest was Damien Loppy (28 years, FC Vizela, €400K). Research shows Left Wingers typically peak at age 26.
Historical analysis showed 8 Left Wingers (50%) 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 Left Wingers remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2023-24 season.
How We Rank Liga Portugal 2 Left Wingers
Our Analytical Strength Index is calibrated specifically for left wingers, 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 LW
Historical Achievement Index (35%)
Peak career market value for Liga Portugal 2 left wingers, 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 wingers, capturing recent form, injuries, and current performance level. Weighted to reflect age-related depreciation patterns.
Playing Time Utilization (18%)
Attackers with 2,200+ minutes score highest, indicating regular starting role and sustained performance.
Age-Adjusted Performance Curve (12%)
Attackers peak at 26 with fastest 7.0%/year decline (pace-dependent). 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.
LW Performance Benchmarks
Peak Age: 26 years (peak pace and finishing efficiency)
Decline Rate: Widening steps, not a flat rate: about -5% at 27, -10% at 28, steeper from 29 (earliest onset, pace-dependent position)
Optimal Minutes: 2,200-2,400 per season (high-intensity position requires rotation)
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 26: +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: ±18% confidence interval (most volatile, form-dependent)
Research Foundation
• Dendir (2016): Age-performance curves for left wingers
• 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 Wingers in the 2023-24 season
Who are the most valuable Left Wingers in the Liga Portugal 2 in 2023-24?
The most valuable left winger in the Liga Portugal 2 in 2023-24 is Álvaro Zamora, who is worth €1.3M and plays for Académico Viseu FC. The second most valuable is Werton (€750K, Leixões SC), followed by Dany Jean (€700K, SC União Torreense). Our database tracks 16 Liga Portugal 2 Left Wingers with comprehensive market valuations updated for the 2023-24 season.
How are Liga Portugal 2 Left Wingers ranked?
Liga Portugal 2 Left Wingers are ranked by our proprietary Analytical Strength Index, which is specifically calibrated for Left Wingers. 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 Wingers peak?
Attackers peak earliest, typically at age 26. In our valuation model, value then falls in widening steps rather than at a flat annual rate: around -5% at 27, -10% at 28, and -15% or more from 29. This reflects the position's heavy reliance on pace, acceleration, and explosive power, which deteriorate faster than technical skills. Research by Carmichael et al. (2020) confirms that forwards peak earlier and decline faster than any other position. The optimal playing time is around 2,200-2,400 minutes per season.
How much does it cost to sign a top left winger from the Liga Portugal 2?
Transfer fees for Liga Portugal 2 Left Wingers vary significantly based on market value, contract length, and club bargaining position. For the top-ranked left winger 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 Left Wingers?
Our 1-year forecast model projects market value changes for Liga Portugal 2 Left Wingers 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-attackers have ±18% volatility (most volatile due to form-dependency). 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 winger data come from?
Our Liga Portugal 2 left winger 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 2023-24 season to ensure accuracy for recruitment and investment decisions.