Best Strikers in the Liga Portugal 2 (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Liga Portugal 2 Strikers 2022-23
Our database tracked 55 Liga Portugal 2 Strikers in the 2022-23 season, representing 18 clubs with a combined market value of €21.1M. The average market value for Liga Portugal 2 Strikers was €385K, with the average age at 24.9 years old.
The most valuable striker in the Liga Portugal 2 was André Clóvis, worth €2.0M and played for Académico Viseu FC at 28 years old. The top 5 Strikers averaged €1.4M in market value, including Rafael Nel and Anhá Cande.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked striker was Anhá Cande (18 years, FC Porto B, €1.5M), while the oldest was Diego Dorregaray (34 years, SC Farense, €150K). Research shows Strikers typically peak at age 26.
Historical analysis showed 28 Strikers (51%) 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 Strikers remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2022-23 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.
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 Strikers. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 18 clubs with €21.1M combined value.
Age Distribution: Liga Portugal 2 Strikers
The Liga Portugal 2 ST market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 24-26 bracket (18 players, 33% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €5.5M, averaging €368K per player.
Top Strikers by Age Bracket
U21 Years (5 players)
21-23 Years (15 players)
24-26 Years (18 players)
27-29 Years (11 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 6 Strikers (11% of players) control €7.5M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows concentrated value with emerging (<€5m) tier representing 100% of the Liga Portugal 2 ST pool.
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Liga Portugal 2 Strikers
Among 18 Liga Portugal 2 clubs, FC Porto B leads with 3 Strikers worth €3.1M (averaging €1.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 60% of tracked Strikers.
FC Porto B (3 Strikers)
Académico Viseu FC (2 Strikers)
Sporting CP B (3 Strikers)
SC Farense (5 Strikers)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
André Clóvis
Académico Viseu FC • 28 years old
€2.6M
€2.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.8M
36.7
Rafael Nel
Sporting CP B • 21 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.7M
33.1
Anhá Cande
FC Porto B • 18 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.9M
31.2
Trofim Melnichenko
FC Porto B • 19 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.2M
26.8
Leandro Antunes
CD Feirense • 28 years old
€1.0M
€800K
-22.6%
Expected: €700K
25.3
Tamble
Portimonense SAD • 25 years old
€649K
€750K
+15.6%
Expected: €733K
24.7
Juan Muñoz
UD Leiria • 30 years old
€904K
€700K
-22.6%
Expected: €580K
23.8
José Melro
SL Benfica B • 22 years old
€519K
€600K
+15.6%
Expected: €635K
22.3
Leonardo Vonić
FC Porto B • 22 years old
€519K
€600K
+15.6%
Expected: €635K
22.3
Rui Costa
SC Farense • 30 years old
€646K
€500K
-22.6%
Expected: €415K
19.6
Martim Tavares
CS Marítimo • 22 years old
€346K
€400K
+15.6%
Expected: €423K
17.2
Uros Milovanović
GD Chaves • 25 years old
€346K
€400K
+15.6%
Expected: €391K
16.9
Lucas Duarte
FC Felgueiras 1932 • 25 years old
€346K
€400K
+15.6%
Expected: €391K
16.9
Kévin Zohi
SC União Torreense • 29 years old
€517K
€400K
-22.6%
Expected: €332K
16.8
Jelani Dumas
SL Benfica B • 21 years old
€346K
€400K
+15.6%
Expected: €441K
16.6
Pablo Fernández
UD Leiria • 29 years old
€452K
€350K
-22.6%
Expected: €290K
15.1
Darío Poveda
SC Farense • 29 years old
€452K
€350K
-22.6%
Expected: €290K
15.1
Miguel Pereira
Lusitânia FC Lourosa • 27 years old
€370K
€350K
-5.4%
Expected: €306K
14.9
Balla Sangaré
SC Farense • 26 years old
€303K
€350K
+15.6%
Expected: €360K
14.8
Jorge Delgado
GD Chaves • 23 years old
€259K
€300K
+15.6%
Expected: €321K
14.3
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)
Sporting CP B's Rafael Nel at 21 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 5.00×. That means Rafael Nel is valued 5.00× higher than the median player in the 21-23 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 5.00× PPVE. Third is Trofim Melnichenko of FC Porto B, who is 19 years old with a 3.33× 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 5.00× means the player is worth 400% 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 | Rafael Nel Sporting CP B | 21 | 21-23 | €1.5M | €300K | 5.00× |
| #2 | Anhá Cande FC Porto B | 18 | U21 | €1.5M | €300K | 5.00× |
| #3 | Trofim Melnichenko FC Porto B | 19 | U21 | €1.0M | €300K | 3.33× |
| #4 | Tamble Portimonense SAD | 25 | 24-26 | €750K | €225K | 3.33× |
| #5 | Leonardo Vonić FC Porto B | 22 | 21-23 | €600K | €300K | 2.00× |
| #6 | José Melro SL Benfica B | 22 | 21-23 | €600K | €300K | 2.00× |
| #7 | Uros Milovanović GD Chaves | 25 | 24-26 | €400K | €225K | 1.78× |
| #8 | Lucas Duarte FC Felgueiras 1932 | 25 | 24-26 | €400K | €225K | 1.78× |
| #9 | Jelani Dumas SL Benfica B | 21 | 21-23 | €400K | €300K | 1.33× |
| #10 | Martim Tavares CS Marítimo | 22 | 21-23 | €400K | €300K | 1.33× |
| #11 | Raúl Alcaina FC Penafiel | 25 | 24-26 | €300K | €225K | 1.33× |
| #12 | Kirill Klimov CD Feirense | 25 | 24-26 | €250K | €225K | 1.11× |
| #13 | Manu Garrido FC Vizela | 25 | 24-26 | €250K | €225K | 1.11× |
| #14 | Diego Fernandes FC Paços de Ferreira | 24 | 24-26 | €225K | €225K | 1.00× |
| #15 | Bica Leixões SC | 22 | 21-23 | €300K | €300K | 1.00× |
| #16 | Francisco Silva SL Benfica B | 18 | U21 | €300K | €300K | 1.00× |
| #17 | Jorge Delgado GD Chaves | 23 | 21-23 | €300K | €300K | 1.00× |
| #18 | Dieu-Merci Michel UD Leiria | 22 | 21-23 | €300K | €300K | 1.00× |
| #19 | Desmond Nketia CD Feirense | 25 | 24-26 | €200K | €225K | 0.89× |
| #20 | Gabriel Silva Sporting CP B | 19 | U21 | €250K | €300K | 0.83× |
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 SL Benfica B's Francisco Silva, who is 18 years old, with a +44% RPP (8 years to peak). Third is Gabriel Silva of Sporting CP B, who is 19 years old with a +40% RPP (7 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 | Anhá Cande FC Porto B | 18 | 8 | €1.5M | €2.7M | +44% |
| #2 | Francisco Silva SL Benfica B | 18 | 8 | €300K | €536K | +44% |
| #3 | Gabriel Silva Sporting CP B | 19 | 7 | €250K | €415K | +40% |
| #4 | Trofim Melnichenko FC Porto B | 19 | 7 | €1.0M | €1.7M | +40% |
| #5 | Mateusz Kowalski SC União Torreense | 20 | 6 | €200K | €309K | +35% |
| #6 | Gustavão UD Oliveirense | 21 | 5 | €125K | €180K | +30% |
| #7 | Lucas Anjos Sporting CP B | 21 | 5 | €250K | €359K | +30% |
| #8 | Basit Ahmed CD Feirense | 21 | 5 | €125K | €180K | +30% |
| #9 | Pedro Ramos FC Vizela | 21 | 5 | €150K | €216K | +30% |
| #10 | Rafael Nel Sporting CP B | 21 | 5 | €1.5M | €2.2M | +30% |
| #11 | Jelani Dumas SL Benfica B | 21 | 5 | €400K | €575K | +30% |
| #12 | Morufdeen Moshood Leixões SC | 22 | 4 | €175K | €234K | +25% |
| #13 | Bica Leixões SC | 22 | 4 | €300K | €401K | +25% |
| #14 | Leonardo Vonić FC Porto B | 22 | 4 | €600K | €802K | +25% |
| #15 | Dieu-Merci Michel UD Leiria | 22 | 4 | €300K | €401K | +25% |
| #16 | Miguel Monteiro UD Oliveirense | 22 | 4 | €125K | €167K | +25% |
| #17 | José Melro SL Benfica B | 22 | 4 | €600K | €802K | +25% |
| #18 | Martim Tavares CS Marítimo | 22 | 4 | €400K | €535K | +25% |
| #19 | João Pinto FC Paços de Ferreira | 23 | 3 | €175K | €218K | +20% |
| #20 | Jorge Delgado GD Chaves | 23 | 3 | €300K | €373K | +20% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
FC Porto B's Anhá Cande has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 68.9. That means Anhá Cande has 23% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is SL Benfica B's Francisco Silva with a 68.9 RAU (23% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Gabriel Silva of Sporting CP B with a 58.0 RAU (19% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 68.9 means the upside is 68.9× 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 | Anhá Cande FC Porto B | €1.9M | €1.6M-2.1M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #2 | Francisco Silva SL Benfica B | €370K | €319K-422K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #3 | Gabriel Silva Sporting CP B | €298K | €257K-339K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #4 | Trofim Melnichenko FC Porto B | €1.2M | €1.0M-1.4M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #5 | Mateusz Kowalski SC União Torreense | €229K | €198K-261K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #6 | Rafael Nel Sporting CP B | €1.7M | €1.4M-1.9M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #7 | Pedro Ramos FC Vizela | €165K | €143K-188K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #8 | Gustavão UD Oliveirense | €138K | €119K-157K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #9 | Lucas Anjos Sporting CP B | €276K | €238K-314K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #10 | Basit Ahmed CD Feirense | €138K | €119K-157K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #11 | Jelani Dumas SL Benfica B | €441K | €380K-502K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #12 | Jorge Delgado GD Chaves | €321K | €283K-360K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #13 | João Pinto FC Paços de Ferreira | €187K | €165K-210K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #14 | Bica Leixões SC | €318K | €279K-356K | +6% | 23.0 |
| #15 | Leonardo Vonić FC Porto B | €635K | €559K-711K | +6% | 23.0 |
| #16 | Dieu-Merci Michel UD Leiria | €318K | €279K-356K | +6% | 23.0 |
| #17 | José Melro SL Benfica B | €635K | €559K-711K | +6% | 23.0 |
| #18 | Morufdeen Moshood Leixões SC | €185K | €163K-207K | +6% | 23.0 |
| #19 | Miguel Monteiro UD Oliveirense | €132K | €116K-148K | +6% | 23.0 |
| #20 | Martim Tavares CS Marítimo | €423K | €373K-474K | +6% | 23.0 |
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: striker 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 Diego Fernandes in the 24-26 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-9.1%. That means Tamble captures 23.6% of total market value while representing only 32.7% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is UD Oliveirense's Pedro Martelo with a +-9.1% ASC (23.6% value share vs 32.7% player share in 24-26 bracket). Third is Kirill Klimov of CD Feirense with a +-9.1% ASC (23.6% value vs 32.7% players in 24-26 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-9.1% ASC means the player captures -9.1% 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 | Diego Fernandes FC Paços de Ferreira | 24-26 | 23.6% | 32.7% | -9.1% |
| #2 | Pedro Martelo UD Oliveirense | 24-26 | 23.6% | 32.7% | -9.1% |
| #3 | Kirill Klimov CD Feirense | 24-26 | 23.6% | 32.7% | -9.1% |
| #4 | Preslav Borukov CS Marítimo | 24-26 | 23.6% | 32.7% | -9.1% |
| #5 | Uros Milovanović GD Chaves | 24-26 | 23.6% | 32.7% | -9.1% |
| #6 | Raúl Alcaina FC Penafiel | 24-26 | 23.6% | 32.7% | -9.1% |
| #7 | Shuhei Kawasaki Portimonense SAD | 24-26 | 23.6% | 32.7% | -9.1% |
| #8 | Tiago Leite FC Felgueiras 1932 | 24-26 | 23.6% | 32.7% | -9.1% |
| #9 | Alan Do Marcolino Lusitânia FC Lourosa | 24-26 | 23.6% | 32.7% | -9.1% |
| #10 | Manu Garrido FC Vizela | 24-26 | 23.6% | 32.7% | -9.1% |
| #11 | Joseph Séry FC Penafiel | 24-26 | 23.6% | 32.7% | -9.1% |
| #12 | Tamble Portimonense SAD | 24-26 | 23.6% | 32.7% | -9.1% |
| #13 | Balla Sangaré SC Farense | 24-26 | 23.6% | 32.7% | -9.1% |
| #14 | Desmond Nketia CD Feirense | 24-26 | 23.6% | 32.7% | -9.1% |
| #15 | Mario Rivas FC Felgueiras 1932 | 24-26 | 23.6% | 32.7% | -9.1% |
| #16 | João Victor FC Paços de Ferreira | 24-26 | 23.6% | 32.7% | -9.1% |
| #17 | Armando Jr UD Leiria | 24-26 | 23.6% | 32.7% | -9.1% |
| #18 | Lucas Duarte FC Felgueiras 1932 | 24-26 | 23.6% | 32.7% | -9.1% |
| #19 | Gabriel Silva Sporting CP B | U21 | 15.4% | 9.1% | +6.3% |
| #20 | Anhá Cande FC Porto B | U21 | 15.4% | 9.1% | +6.3% |
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: 4 immediate targets, 16 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 26 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
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 €250K. 0 undervalued, 5 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Shuhei Kawasaki Portimonense SAD | €125K | €300K | -0.83 | Good Value |
Yassin Fortuné FC Vizela | €200K | €300K | -0.75 | Good Value |
Yann Kitala FC Vizela | €200K | €300K | -0.75 | Good Value |
Ricardo Schutte FC Penafiel | €200K | €300K | -0.75 | Good Value |
Gustavão UD Oliveirense | €125K | €300K | -0.70 | Good Value |
Miguel Monteiro UD Oliveirense | €125K | €300K | -0.70 | Good Value |
Basit Ahmed CD Feirense | €125K | €300K | -0.70 | Good Value |
Preslav Borukov CS Marítimo | €150K | €300K | -0.67 | Good Value |
Tiago Leite FC Felgueiras 1932 | €150K | €300K | -0.67 | Good Value |
Pedro Ramos FC Vizela | €150K | €300K | -0.60 | Good Value |
Alan Do Marcolino Lusitânia FC Lourosa | €175K | €300K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Joseph Séry FC Penafiel | €175K | €300K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
João Pinto FC Paços de Ferreira | €175K | €300K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Armando Jr UD Leiria | €175K | €300K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Morufdeen Moshood Leixões SC | €175K | €300K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Dominik Steczyk Académico Viseu FC | €250K | €300K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Alexandre Guedes CS Marítimo | €150K | €300K | -0.43 | Fair Value |
Diego Dorregaray SC Farense | €150K | €300K | -0.43 | Fair Value |
Bryan Róchez Leixões SC | €175K | €300K | -0.36 | Fair Value |
Desmond Nketia CD Feirense | €200K | €300K | -0.33 | Fair Value |