Best Attacking Midfielders in the Liga Portugal (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Liga Portugal Attacking Midfielders 2025-26
Our database tracks 27 Liga Portugal Attacking Midfielders in the 2025-26 season, representing 14 clubs with a combined market value of €186.3M. The average market value for Liga Portugal Attacking Midfielders is €6.9M, with the average age at 24.7 years old.
The most valuable attacking midfielder in the Liga Portugal is Rodrigo Mora, worth €40.0M and playing for FC Porto at 19 years old. The top 5 Attacking Midfielders average €28.8M in market value, including Francisco Trincão and Georgiy Sudakov.
Age distribution shows the youngest tracked attacking midfielder is Rodrigo Mora (19 years, FC Porto, €40.0M), while the oldest is Pizzi (36 years, GD Estoril Praia, €300K). Research shows Attacking Midfielders typically peak at age 26.
Our 1-year forecast model projects 16 Attacking Midfielders (59%) 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 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.
Explore Market Size by Position in Liga Portugal
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Liga Portugal Attacking Midfielders. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 14 clubs with €186.3M combined value.
Age Distribution: Liga Portugal Attacking Midfielders
The Liga Portugal CAM market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 24-26 bracket (9 players, 33% of market). The 24-26 age group holds the most value at €66.7M, averaging €7.4M per player.
Top Attacking Midfielders by Age Bracket
U21 Years (4 players)
21-23 Years (6 players)
24-26 Years (9 players)
27-29 Years (5 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 3 Attacking Midfielders (11% of players) control €105.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with premium (€30-50m) tier representing 11% of the Liga Portugal CAM pool.
Premium (€30-50M)
High (€15-30M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Liga Portugal Attacking Midfielders
Among 14 Liga Portugal clubs, FC Porto leads with 2 Attacking Midfielders worth €63.0M (averaging €31.5M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 74% of tracked Attacking Midfielders.
FC Porto (2 Attacking Midfielders)
Sporting CP (2 Attacking Midfielders)
SL Benfica (2 Attacking Midfielders)
FC Famalicão (2 Attacking Midfielders)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Rodrigo Mora
FC Porto • 19 years old
€34.6M
€40.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €49.6M
82.6
Francisco Trincão
Sporting CP • 26 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €37.5M
82.0
Georgiy Sudakov
SL Benfica • 23 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €33.4M
78.5
Gabri Veiga
FC Porto • 24 years old
€19.9M
€23.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €24.5M
74.8
Gustavo Sá
FC Famalicão • 21 years old
€13.8M
€16.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €18.4M
69.6
João Simões
Sporting CP • 19 years old
€13.0M
€15.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €18.6M
67.6
Alan
Moreirense FC • 26 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.1M
48.7
Lincoln
FC Alverca • 27 years old
€3.7M
€3.5M
-5.4%
Expected: €3.0M
47.1
João Carvalho
GD Estoril Praia • 29 years old
€3.9M
€3.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.5M
41.5
João Rego
SL Benfica • 20 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.4M
41.0
Luís Esteves
Gil Vicente FC • 28 years old
€2.6M
€2.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.7M
36.5
Santi García
Gil Vicente FC • 24 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.5M
33.9
Ole Pohlmann
Rio Ave FC • 25 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.5M
33.4
Samu
Vitória Guimarães SC • 30 years old
€1.9M
€1.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.2M
33.1
Hugo Félix
CD Tondela • 22 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
28.8
Benny
Moreirense FC • 28 years old
€1.3M
€1.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €870K
28.1
Otso Liimatta
FC Famalicão • 21 years old
€692K
€800K
+15.6%
Expected: €882K
25.4
Filipe Soares
CD Nacional • 27 years old
€740K
€700K
-5.4%
Expected: €609K
23.7
Daniel Jr
CD Nacional • 24 years old
€519K
€600K
+15.6%
Expected: €614K
22.7
Pablo Gozálbez
FC Arouca • 25 years old
€432K
€500K
+15.6%
Expected: €489K
20.0
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)
SL Benfica's Georgiy Sudakov at 23 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 30.00×. That means Georgiy Sudakov is valued 30.00× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is FC Famalicão's Gustavo Sá, who is 21 years old, with a 16.00× PPVE. Third is Gabri Veiga of FC Porto, who is 24 years old with a 15.33× 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 30.00× means the player is worth 2900% 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 | Georgiy Sudakov SL Benfica | 23 | 21-23 | €30.0M | €1.0M | 30.00× |
| #2 | Gustavo Sá FC Famalicão | 21 | 21-23 | €16.0M | €1.0M | 16.00× |
| #3 | Gabri Veiga FC Porto | 24 | 24-26 | €23.0M | €1.5M | 15.33× |
| #4 | Rodrigo Mora FC Porto | 19 | U21 | €40.0M | €15.0M | 2.67× |
| #5 | Ole Pohlmann Rio Ave FC | 25 | 24-26 | €1.5M | €1.5M | 1.00× |
| #6 | Hugo Félix CD Tondela | 22 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €1.0M | 1.00× |
| #7 | Santi García Gil Vicente FC | 24 | 24-26 | €1.5M | €1.5M | 1.00× |
| #8 | João Simões Sporting CP | 19 | U21 | €15.0M | €15.0M | 1.00× |
| #9 | Otso Liimatta FC Famalicão | 21 | 21-23 | €800K | €1.0M | 0.80× |
| #10 | Miguel Nogueira Vitória Guimarães SC | 21 | 21-23 | €500K | €1.0M | 0.50× |
| #11 | Martín Fernández Gil Vicente FC | 22 | 21-23 | €450K | €1.0M | 0.45× |
| #12 | Daniel Jr CD Nacional | 24 | 24-26 | €600K | €1.5M | 0.40× |
| #13 | Pablo Gozálbez FC Arouca | 25 | 24-26 | €500K | €1.5M | 0.33× |
| #14 | João Rego SL Benfica | 20 | U21 | €3.0M | €15.0M | 0.20× |
| #15 | Xabi Huarte CD Tondela | 25 | 24-26 | €200K | €1.5M | 0.13× |
| #16 | Antonis Papakanellos Rio Ave FC | 20 | U21 | €500K | €15.0M | 0.03× |
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)
Sporting CP's João Simões at 19 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +40%. That means João Simões is projected to appreciate 40% as they reach their peak age in 7 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is FC Porto's Rodrigo Mora, who is 19 years old, with a +40% RPP (7 years to peak). Third is João Rego of SL Benfica, who is 20 years old with a +35% RPP (6 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 40% RPP means the player is expected to gain 40% 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 | João Simões Sporting CP | 19 | 7 | €15.0M | €24.9M | +40% |
| #2 | Rodrigo Mora FC Porto | 19 | 7 | €40.0M | €66.5M | +40% |
| #3 | João Rego SL Benfica | 20 | 6 | €3.0M | €4.6M | +35% |
| #4 | Antonis Papakanellos Rio Ave FC | 20 | 6 | €500K | €773K | +35% |
| #5 | Miguel Nogueira Vitória Guimarães SC | 21 | 5 | €500K | €719K | +30% |
| #6 | Gustavo Sá FC Famalicão | 21 | 5 | €16.0M | €23.0M | +30% |
| #7 | Otso Liimatta FC Famalicão | 21 | 5 | €800K | €1.1M | +30% |
| #8 | Hugo Félix CD Tondela | 22 | 4 | €1.0M | €1.3M | +25% |
| #9 | Martín Fernández Gil Vicente FC | 22 | 4 | €450K | €602K | +25% |
| #10 | Georgiy Sudakov SL Benfica | 23 | 3 | €30.0M | €37.3M | +20% |
| #11 | Daniel Jr CD Nacional | 24 | 2 | €600K | €694K | +14% |
| #12 | Santi García Gil Vicente FC | 24 | 2 | €1.5M | €1.7M | +14% |
| #13 | Gabri Veiga FC Porto | 24 | 2 | €23.0M | €26.6M | +14% |
| #14 | Ole Pohlmann Rio Ave FC | 25 | 1 | €1.5M | €1.6M | +7% |
| #15 | Pablo Gozálbez FC Arouca | 25 | 1 | €500K | €538K | +7% |
| #16 | Xabi Huarte CD Tondela | 25 | 1 | €200K | €215K | +7% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Sporting CP's João Simões has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 56.0. That means João Simões has 24% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is FC Porto's Rodrigo Mora with a 56.0 RAU (24% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Gustavo Sá of FC Famalicão with a 37.3 RAU (15% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 56.0 means the upside is 56.0× 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 | João Simões Sporting CP | €18.6M | €15.4M-21.8M | +24% | 56.0 |
| #2 | Rodrigo Mora FC Porto | €49.6M | €41.0M-58.1M | +24% | 56.0 |
| #3 | Gustavo Sá FC Famalicão | €18.4M | €15.2M-21.5M | +15% | 37.3 |
| #4 | Antonis Papakanellos Rio Ave FC | €573K | €474K-672K | +15% | 37.1 |
| #5 | João Rego SL Benfica | €3.4M | €2.8M-4.0M | +15% | 37.1 |
| #6 | Georgiy Sudakov SL Benfica | €33.4M | €28.4M-38.4M | +11% | 34.2 |
| #7 | Miguel Nogueira Vitória Guimarães SC | €551K | €456K-646K | +10% | 26.9 |
| #8 | Otso Liimatta FC Famalicão | €882K | €730K-1.0M | +10% | 26.9 |
| #9 | Francisco Trincão Sporting CP | €37.5M | €31.9M-43.1M | +7% | 22.3 |
| #10 | Gabri Veiga FC Porto | €24.5M | €20.8M-28.2M | +7% | 20.6 |
| #11 | Hugo Félix CD Tondela | €1.1M | €900K-1.2M | +6% | 18.4 |
| #12 | Martín Fernández Gil Vicente FC | €476K | €405K-548K | +6% | 18.4 |
| #13 | Miguel Baeza CD Nacional | €412K | €350K-474K | +3% | 9.6 |
| #14 | Alan Moreirense FC | €4.1M | €3.5M-4.7M | +3% | 9.6 |
| #15 | Santi García Gil Vicente FC | €1.5M | €1.3M-1.8M | +2% | 7.8 |
| #16 | Daniel Jr CD Nacional | €614K | €522K-707K | +2% | 7.8 |
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
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)
SL Benfica's João Rego in the U21 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +16.6%. That means Rodrigo Mora captures 31.4% of total market value while representing only 14.8% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is Rio Ave FC's Antonis Papakanellos with a +16.6% ASC (31.4% value share vs 14.8% player share in U21 bracket). Third is Rodrigo Mora of FC Porto with a +16.6% ASC (31.4% value vs 14.8% players in U21 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +16.6% ASC means the player captures 16.6% 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 | João Rego SL Benfica | U21 | 31.4% | 14.8% | +16.6% |
| #2 | Antonis Papakanellos Rio Ave FC | U21 | 31.4% | 14.8% | +16.6% |
| #3 | Rodrigo Mora FC Porto | U21 | 31.4% | 14.8% | +16.6% |
| #4 | João Simões Sporting CP | U21 | 31.4% | 14.8% | +16.6% |
| #5 | João Carvalho GD Estoril Praia | 27-29 | 5.5% | 18.5% | -13.0% |
| #6 | Lincoln FC Alverca | 27-29 | 5.5% | 18.5% | -13.0% |
| #7 | Filipe Soares CD Nacional | 27-29 | 5.5% | 18.5% | -13.0% |
| #8 | Benny Moreirense FC | 27-29 | 5.5% | 18.5% | -13.0% |
| #9 | Luís Esteves Gil Vicente FC | 27-29 | 5.5% | 18.5% | -13.0% |
| #10 | Rafael Barbosa Avs Futebol | 30+ | 1.1% | 11.1% | -10.0% |
| #11 | Samu Vitória Guimarães SC | 30+ | 1.1% | 11.1% | -10.0% |
| #12 | Pizzi GD Estoril Praia | 30+ | 1.1% | 11.1% | -10.0% |
| #13 | Miguel Nogueira Vitória Guimarães SC | 21-23 | 26.2% | 22.2% | +4.0% |
| #14 | Georgiy Sudakov SL Benfica | 21-23 | 26.2% | 22.2% | +4.0% |
| #15 | Hugo Félix CD Tondela | 21-23 | 26.2% | 22.2% | +4.0% |
| #16 | Otso Liimatta FC Famalicão | 21-23 | 26.2% | 22.2% | +4.0% |
| #17 | Martín Fernández Gil Vicente FC | 21-23 | 26.2% | 22.2% | +4.0% |
| #18 | Gustavo Sá FC Famalicão | 21-23 | 26.2% | 22.2% | +4.0% |
| #19 | Ole Pohlmann Rio Ave FC | 24-26 | 35.8% | 33.3% | +2.5% |
| #20 | Francisco Trincão Sporting CP | 24-26 | 35.8% | 33.3% | +2.5% |
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: 2 immediate targets, 9 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 12 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
WATCH LIST - High Upside
No players in this category
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 €500K. 0 undervalued, 1 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Antonis Papakanellos Rio Ave FC | €500K | €1.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Martín Fernández Gil Vicente FC | €450K | €1.5M | -0.70 | Good Value |
Filipe Soares CD Nacional | €700K | €1.5M | -0.65 | Good Value |
Miguel Nogueira Vitória Guimarães SC | €500K | €1.5M | -0.60 | Good Value |
Benny Moreirense FC | €1.0M | €1.5M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Xabi Huarte CD Tondela | €200K | €1.5M | -0.36 | Fair Value |
Miguel Baeza CD Nacional | €400K | €1.5M | -0.18 | Fair Value |
Pablo Gozálbez FC Arouca | €500K | €1.5M | -0.09 | Fair Value |
Rafael Barbosa Avs Futebol | €300K | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Francisco Trincão Sporting CP | €35.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Luís Esteves Gil Vicente FC | €2.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Georgiy Sudakov SL Benfica | €30.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Pizzi GD Estoril Praia | €300K | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Gabri Veiga FC Porto | €23.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Otso Liimatta FC Famalicão | €800K | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Daniel Jr CD Nacional | €600K | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
João Rego SL Benfica | €3.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Rodrigo Mora FC Porto | €40.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
João Simões Sporting CP | €15.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Gustavo Sá FC Famalicão | €16.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |