Best Players (All Positions) in the Liga Portugal (Dec 2025)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Liga Portugal Players (All Positions) 2023-24
Our database tracked 405 Liga Portugal Players (All Positions) in the 2023-24 season, representing 20 clubs with a combined market value of €1.7B. The average market value for Liga Portugal Players (All Positions) was €4.2M, with the average age at 25.1 years old.
The most valuable player in the Liga Portugal was Morten Hjulmand, worth €50.0M and played for Sporting CP at 26 years old. The top 5 Players (All Positions) averaged €46.0M in market value, including Diogo Costa and Samu Aghehowa.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked player was Geovany Quenda (18 years, Sporting CP, €45.0M), while the oldest was João Moutinho (39 years, SC Braga, €600K). Research shows Players (All Positions) typically peak at age 26-27.
Historical analysis showed 251 Players (All Positions) (62%) 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 market for Players (All Positions) remained highly competitive with significant transfer activity in the 2023-24 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
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Liga Portugal Players (All Positions). Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 20 clubs with €1.7B combined value.
Age Distribution: Liga Portugal Players (All Positions)
The Liga Portugal ALL market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 24-26 bracket (134 players, 33% of market). The 24-26 age group holds the most value at €658.7M, averaging €4.9M per player.
Top Players (All Positions) by Age Bracket
U21 Years (33 players)
21-23 Years (119 players)
24-26 Years (134 players)
27-29 Years (68 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 41 Players (All Positions) (10% of players) control €1.0B
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with elite (€50m+) tier representing 0% of the Liga Portugal ALL pool.
Elite (€50M+)
Premium (€30-50M)
High (€15-30M)
Club Distribution: Liga Portugal Players (All Positions)
Among 20 Liga Portugal clubs, Sporting CP leads with 25 Players (All Positions) worth €456.5M (averaging €18.3M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 60% of tracked Players (All Positions).
Sporting CP (25 Players (All Positions))
FC Porto (26 Players (All Positions))
SL Benfica (24 Players (All Positions))
SC Braga (23 Players (All Positions))
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Morten Hjulmand
Sporting CP • 26 years old
€43.2M
€50.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €50.9M
88.9
Diogo Costa
FC Porto • 26 years old
€34.6M
€40.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €44.6M
88.2
Samu Aghehowa
FC Porto • 21 years old
€43.2M
€50.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €57.4M
87.5
Gonçalo Inácio
Sporting CP • 24 years old
€38.9M
€45.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €48.0M
86.9
Ousmane Diomande
Sporting CP • 22 years old
€38.9M
€45.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €49.6M
86.8
Geovany Quenda
Sporting CP • 18 years old
€38.9M
€45.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €57.8M
84.4
Alan Varela
FC Porto • 24 years old
€27.7M
€32.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €35.7M
84.2
Francisco Trincão
Sporting CP • 25 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €35.6M
83.3
Tomás Araújo
SL Benfica • 23 years old
€27.7M
€32.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €35.7M
83.2
Vangelis Pavlidis
SL Benfica • 27 years old
€37.0M
€35.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €31.9M
83.0
António Silva
SL Benfica • 22 years old
€27.7M
€32.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €35.3M
82.6
Georgiy Sudakov
SL Benfica • 23 years old
€27.7M
€32.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €35.7M
82.3
Rodrigo Mora
FC Porto • 18 years old
€34.6M
€40.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €51.4M
81.9
Anatoliy Trubin
SL Benfica • 24 years old
€24.2M
€28.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €30.9M
78.5
Zeno Debast
Sporting CP • 22 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €31.8M
78.2
Pedro Gonçalves
Sporting CP • 27 years old
€31.7M
€30.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €26.3M
77.5
Jakub Kiwior
FC Porto • 25 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €24.4M
75.6
Richard Ríos
SL Benfica • 25 years old
€19.0M
€22.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €22.5M
75.3
Fotis Ioannidis
Sporting CP • 25 years old
€19.0M
€22.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €21.5M
74.0
Luis Suárez
Sporting CP • 28 years old
€28.4M
€22.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €19.3M
73.7
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)
FC Porto's Samu Aghehowa at 21 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 50.00×. That means Samu Aghehowa is valued 50.00× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Sporting CP's Ousmane Diomande, who is 22 years old, with a 45.00× PPVE. Third is Gonçalo Inácio of Sporting CP, who is 24 years old with a 37.50× 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 50.00× means the player is worth 4900% 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 | Samu Aghehowa FC Porto | 21 | 21-23 | €50.0M | €1.0M | 50.00× |
| #2 | Ousmane Diomande Sporting CP | 22 | 21-23 | €45.0M | €1.0M | 45.00× |
| #3 | Gonçalo Inácio Sporting CP | 24 | 24-26 | €45.0M | €1.2M | 37.50× |
| #4 | Tomás Araújo SL Benfica | 23 | 21-23 | €32.0M | €1.0M | 32.00× |
| #5 | Georgiy Sudakov SL Benfica | 23 | 21-23 | €32.0M | €1.0M | 32.00× |
| #6 | António Silva SL Benfica | 22 | 21-23 | €32.0M | €1.0M | 32.00× |
| #7 | Geovany Quenda Sporting CP | 18 | U21 | €45.0M | €1.5M | 30.00× |
| #8 | Zeno Debast Sporting CP | 22 | 21-23 | €30.0M | €1.0M | 30.00× |
| #9 | Francisco Trincão Sporting CP | 25 | 24-26 | €35.0M | €1.2M | 29.17× |
| #10 | Alan Varela FC Porto | 24 | 24-26 | €32.0M | €1.2M | 26.67× |
| #11 | Rodrigo Mora FC Porto | 18 | U21 | €40.0M | €1.5M | 26.67× |
| #12 | Anatoliy Trubin SL Benfica | 24 | 24-26 | €28.0M | €1.2M | 23.33× |
| #13 | Jakub Kiwior FC Porto | 25 | 24-26 | €25.0M | €1.2M | 20.83× |
| #14 | Franjo Ivanović SL Benfica | 22 | 21-23 | €20.0M | €1.0M | 20.00× |
| #15 | Gabri Veiga FC Porto | 23 | 21-23 | €20.0M | €1.0M | 20.00× |
| #16 | Fotis Ioannidis Sporting CP | 25 | 24-26 | €22.0M | €1.2M | 18.33× |
| #17 | Richard Ríos SL Benfica | 25 | 24-26 | €22.0M | €1.2M | 18.33× |
| #18 | Eduardo Quaresma Sporting CP | 23 | 21-23 | €17.0M | €1.0M | 17.00× |
| #19 | Borja Sainz FC Porto | 24 | 24-26 | €20.0M | €1.2M | 16.67× |
| #20 | Gustavo Sá FC Famalicão | 21 | 21-23 | €16.0M | €1.0M | 16.00× |
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 Arouca's Jakub Vinarčík at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +48%. That means Jakub Vinarčík is projected to appreciate 48% as they reach their peak age in 6 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Sporting CP's Geovany Quenda, who is 18 years old, with a +44% RPP (8 years to peak). Third is João Simões of Sporting CP, who is 18 years old with a +44% RPP (8 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 48% RPP means the player is expected to gain 48% 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 | Jakub Vinarčík FC Arouca | 20 | 6 | €300K | €576K | +48% |
| #2 | Geovany Quenda Sporting CP | 18 | 8 | €45.0M | €80.4M | +44% |
| #3 | João Simões Sporting CP | 18 | 8 | €6.0M | €10.7M | +44% |
| #4 | Rodrigo Mora FC Porto | 18 | 8 | €40.0M | €71.5M | +44% |
| #5 | Juan Sebastián Rodríguez CD Tondela | 19 | 7 | €500K | €894K | +44% |
| #6 | André Gomes FC Alverca | 21 | 5 | €2.5M | €4.5M | +44% |
| #7 | Diogo Pinto CF Estrela Amadora | 21 | 5 | €300K | €536K | +44% |
| #8 | Gianluca Prestianni SL Benfica | 19 | 7 | €8.0M | €13.3M | +40% |
| #9 | William Gomes FC Porto | 19 | 7 | €15.0M | €24.9M | +40% |
| #10 | Yarlen CD Tondela | 19 | 7 | €1.0M | €1.7M | +40% |
| #11 | Eric da Silva Moreira Rio Ave FC | 19 | 7 | €1.0M | €1.7M | +40% |
| #12 | Victor Froholdt FC Porto | 19 | 7 | €22.0M | €36.6M | +40% |
| #13 | Theofanis Bakoulas Rio Ave FC | 20 | 6 | €1.0M | €1.7M | +40% |
| #14 | Gabriel Moscardo SC Braga | 20 | 6 | €8.0M | €13.3M | +40% |
| #15 | Juan Castillo Vitória Guimarães SC | 22 | 4 | €800K | €1.3M | +40% |
| #16 | Martin Turk GD Estoril Praia | 22 | 4 | €400K | €665K | +40% |
| #17 | Diogo Dias GD Estoril Praia | 22 | 4 | €200K | €332K | +40% |
| #18 | Kaique Pereira CD Nacional | 22 | 4 | €600K | €997K | +40% |
| #19 | Neneca CD Santa Clara | 22 | 4 | €400K | €665K | +40% |
| #20 | Rafael Lobato Rio Ave FC | 19 | 7 | €1.5M | €2.5M | +40% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
FC Arouca's Jakub Vinarčík has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 118.5. That means Jakub Vinarčík has 28% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is CF Estrela Amadora's Diogo Pinto with a 103.3 RAU (23% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is André Gomes of FC Alverca with a 103.3 RAU (23% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 118.5 means the upside is 118.5× 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 | Jakub Vinarčík FC Arouca | €384K | €348K-419K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #2 | Diogo Pinto CF Estrela Amadora | €370K | €336K-405K | +23% | 103.3 |
| #3 | André Gomes FC Alverca | €3.1M | €2.8M-3.4M | +23% | 103.3 |
| #4 | Kaique Pereira CD Nacional | €714K | €657K-772K | +19% | 100.1 |
| #5 | Juan Castillo Vitória Guimarães SC | €953K | €876K-1.0M | +19% | 100.1 |
| #6 | Martin Turk GD Estoril Praia | €476K | €438K-514K | +19% | 100.1 |
| #7 | Diogo Dias GD Estoril Praia | €238K | €219K-257K | +19% | 100.1 |
| #8 | Neneca CD Santa Clara | €476K | €438K-514K | +19% | 100.1 |
| #9 | Geovany Quenda Sporting CP | €57.8M | €49.9M-65.8M | +29% | 80.4 |
| #10 | Samuel Soares SL Benfica | €4.6M | €4.2M-5.0M | +15% | 79.9 |
| #11 | Lukas Hornicek SC Braga | €9.2M | €8.4M-9.9M | +15% | 79.9 |
| #12 | Lucas Cañizares CD Tondela | €459K | €422K-495K | +15% | 79.9 |
| #13 | Alaa Bellaarouch SC Braga | €459K | €422K-495K | +15% | 79.9 |
| #14 | Bernardo CD Tondela | €1.7M | €1.6M-1.9M | +15% | 79.9 |
| #15 | João Simões Sporting CP | €7.4M | €6.4M-8.4M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #16 | Juan Sebastián Rodríguez CD Tondela | €617K | €532K-703K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #17 | Rodrigo Mora FC Porto | €51.4M | €42.5M-60.3M | +29% | 64.3 |
| #18 | Diogo Costa FC Porto | €44.6M | €41.0M-48.1M | +11% | 64.1 |
| #19 | Andrew Gil Vicente FC | €5.5M | €5.1M-6.0M | +10% | 58.1 |
| #20 | Cezary Miszta Rio Ave FC | €3.3M | €3.0M-3.6M | +10% | 58.1 |
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: player position shows weak 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)
GD Estoril Praia's Joel Robles in the 30+ age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-6.7%. That means Fredrik Aursnes captures 5.9% of total market value while representing only 12.6% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is Rio Ave FC's Jakub Brabec with a +-6.7% ASC (5.9% value share vs 12.6% player share in 30+ bracket). Third is Layvin Kurzawa of Without Club with a +-6.7% ASC (5.9% value vs 12.6% players in 30+ bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-6.7% ASC means the player captures -6.7% 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 | Joel Robles GD Estoril Praia | 30+ | 5.9% | 12.6% | -6.7% |
| #2 | Jakub Brabec Rio Ave FC | 30+ | 5.9% | 12.6% | -6.7% |
| #3 | Layvin Kurzawa Without Club | 30+ | 5.9% | 12.6% | -6.7% |
| #4 | Jonathan Buatu Gil Vicente FC | 30+ | 5.9% | 12.6% | -6.7% |
| #5 | Paulo Oliveira SC Braga | 30+ | 5.9% | 12.6% | -6.7% |
| #6 | Tomané Avs Futebol | 30+ | 5.9% | 12.6% | -6.7% |
| #7 | Bruma SL Benfica | 30+ | 5.9% | 12.6% | -6.7% |
| #8 | Marco van Ginkel Without Club | 30+ | 5.9% | 12.6% | -6.7% |
| #9 | Ivan Cavaleiro CD Tondela | 30+ | 5.9% | 12.6% | -6.7% |
| #10 | André Geraldes Casa Pia AC | 30+ | 5.9% | 12.6% | -6.7% |
| #11 | Cláudio Ramos FC Porto | 30+ | 5.9% | 12.6% | -6.7% |
| #12 | Frederico Venâncio CD Santa Clara | 30+ | 5.9% | 12.6% | -6.7% |
| #13 | Caio Secco Moreirense FC | 30+ | 5.9% | 12.6% | -6.7% |
| #14 | César Boavista FC | 30+ | 5.9% | 12.6% | -6.7% |
| #15 | Charles Vitória Guimarães SC | 30+ | 5.9% | 12.6% | -6.7% |
| #16 | Seba Pérez Casa Pia AC | 30+ | 5.9% | 12.6% | -6.7% |
| #17 | Alan Ruiz Without Club | 30+ | 5.9% | 12.6% | -6.7% |
| #18 | Nino Galović Without Club | 30+ | 5.9% | 12.6% | -6.7% |
| #19 | Florian Grillitsch SC Braga | 30+ | 5.9% | 12.6% | -6.7% |
| #20 | Rafa Soares FC Famalicão | 30+ | 5.9% | 12.6% | -6.7% |
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: 25 immediate targets, 142 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 172 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 €900K. 0 undervalued, 24 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Vítor Carvalho SC Braga | €5.0M | €1.0M | -1.33 | Good Value |
William Gomes FC Porto | €15.0M | €1.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Pedro Lima FC Porto | €5.0M | €1.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Fran Navarro SC Braga | €6.0M | €1.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Dodi Lukébakio SL Benfica | €20.0M | €1.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Pedro Gonçalves Sporting CP | €30.0M | €1.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Chissumba FC Alverca | €5.0M | €1.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Rodrigo Mora FC Porto | €40.0M | €1.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Alan Varela FC Porto | €32.0M | €1.0M | -0.80 | Good Value |
Gabriel Silva CD Santa Clara | €5.0M | €1.0M | -0.75 | Good Value |
Gorby SC Braga | €5.0M | €1.0M | -0.75 | Good Value |
Leandro Barreiro SL Benfica | €15.0M | €1.0M | -0.71 | Good Value |
Francisco Moura FC Porto | €15.0M | €1.0M | -0.71 | Good Value |
Geny Catamo Sporting CP | €15.0M | €1.0M | -0.71 | Good Value |
João Simões Sporting CP | €6.0M | €1.0M | -0.67 | Good Value |
Gabriel Souza CD Tondela | €150K | €1.0M | -0.65 | Good Value |
Jefferson Encada CF Estrela Amadora | €150K | €1.0M | -0.65 | Good Value |
Ivanildo Fernandes CD Nacional | €200K | €1.0M | -0.62 | Good Value |
Kiki Casa Pia AC | €200K | €1.0M | -0.62 | Good Value |
Miloš Gordić Without Club | €200K | €1.0M | -0.57 | Good Value |