Best Goalkeepers in the Liga Portugal (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Liga Portugal Goalkeepers 2023-24
Our database tracked 40 Liga Portugal Goalkeepers in the 2023-24 season, representing 18 clubs with a combined market value of €123.7M. The average market value for Liga Portugal Goalkeepers was €3.1M, with the average age at 26.3 years old.
The most valuable goalkeeper in the Liga Portugal was Diogo Costa, worth €40.0M and played for FC Porto at 26 years old. The top 5 Goalkeepers averaged €17.8M in market value, including Anatoliy Trubin and Lukas Hornicek.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked goalkeeper was Jakub Vinarčík (20 years, FC Arouca, €300K), while the oldest was Joel Robles (35 years, GD Estoril Praia, €400K). Research shows Goalkeepers typically peak at age 29.
Historical analysis showed 31 Goalkeepers (78%) 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 Goalkeepers remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2023-24 season.
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Explore Market Size by Position in Liga Portugal
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Liga Portugal Goalkeepers. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 18 clubs with €123.7M combined value.
Age Distribution: Liga Portugal Goalkeepers
The Liga Portugal GK market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 24-26 bracket (12 players, 30% of market). The 24-26 age group holds the most value at €76.2M, averaging €6.4M per player.
Top Goalkeepers by Age Bracket
U21 Years (1 players)
21-23 Years (10 players)
24-26 Years (12 players)
27-29 Years (8 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 4 Goalkeepers (10% of players) control €85.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with premium (€30-50m) tier representing 3% of the Liga Portugal GK pool.
Premium (€30-50M)
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Club Distribution: Liga Portugal Goalkeepers
Among 18 Liga Portugal clubs, FC Porto leads with 3 Goalkeepers worth €41.8M (averaging €13.9M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 60% of tracked Goalkeepers.
FC Porto (3 Goalkeepers)
SL Benfica (2 Goalkeepers)
SC Braga (3 Goalkeepers)
Sporting CP (2 Goalkeepers)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Diogo Costa
FC Porto • 26 years old
€34.6M
€40.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €44.6M
88.2
Anatoliy Trubin
SL Benfica • 24 years old
€24.2M
€28.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €30.9M
78.5
Lukas Hornicek
SC Braga • 23 years old
€8.6M
€10.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €11.5M
61.7
Rui Silva
Sporting CP • 32 years old
€9.0M
€7.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €6.0M
57.5
Gabriel Batista
CD Santa Clara • 27 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.1M
49.9
Samuel Soares
SL Benfica • 23 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.6M
49.8
Patrick Sequeira
Casa Pia AC • 27 years old
€3.0M
€3.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.6M
48.2
Cezary Miszta
Rio Ave FC • 24 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.3M
43.0
Lazar Carević
FC Famalicão • 27 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.1M
42.8
Bernardo
CD Tondela • 23 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.9M
40.4
André Gomes
FC Alverca • 21 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.1M
40.0
Ivan Zlobin
FC Famalicão • 29 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.5M
32.9
Lucão
Gil Vicente FC • 25 years old
€1.0M
€1.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.3M
31.3
Cláudio Ramos
FC Porto • 34 years old
€1.3M
€1.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €851K
29.8
João Virgínia
Sporting CP • 26 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
29.1
Kaique Pereira
CD Nacional • 23 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
28.5
Juan Castillo
Vitória Guimarães SC • 23 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
28.5
Ignacio de Arruabarrena
FC Arouca • 29 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.0M
27.6
Adriel
Avs Futebol • 25 years old
€692K
€800K
+15.6%
Expected: €847K
26.0
João Costa
FC Porto • 30 years old
€845K
€800K
-5.4%
Expected: €719K
25.2
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 Anatoliy Trubin at 24 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 35.00×. That means Anatoliy Trubin is valued 35.00× higher than the median player in the 24-26 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is SC Braga's Lukas Hornicek, who is 23 years old, with a 10.00× PPVE. Third is Samuel Soares of SL Benfica, who is 23 years old with a 4.00× 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 35.00× means the player is worth 3400% 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 | Anatoliy Trubin SL Benfica | 24 | 24-26 | €28.0M | €800K | 35.00× |
| #2 | Lukas Hornicek SC Braga | 23 | 21-23 | €10.0M | €1.0M | 10.00× |
| #3 | Samuel Soares SL Benfica | 23 | 21-23 | €4.0M | €1.0M | 4.00× |
| #4 | Cezary Miszta Rio Ave FC | 24 | 24-26 | €3.0M | €800K | 3.75× |
| #5 | André Gomes FC Alverca | 21 | 21-23 | €2.5M | €1.0M | 2.50× |
| #6 | Bernardo CD Tondela | 23 | 21-23 | €2.5M | €1.0M | 2.50× |
| #7 | Lucão Gil Vicente FC | 25 | 24-26 | €1.2M | €800K | 1.50× |
| #8 | Juan Castillo Vitória Guimarães SC | 23 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €1.0M | 1.00× |
| #9 | Adriel Avs Futebol | 25 | 24-26 | €800K | €800K | 1.00× |
| #10 | Jakub Vinarčík FC Arouca | 20 | U21 | €300K | €300K | 1.00× |
| #11 | Kaique Pereira CD Nacional | 23 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €1.0M | 1.00× |
| #12 | Lucas Cañizares CD Tondela | 24 | 24-26 | €400K | €800K | 0.50× |
| #13 | Alaa Bellaarouch SC Braga | 24 | 24-26 | €400K | €800K | 0.50× |
| #14 | Neneca CD Santa Clara | 22 | 21-23 | €400K | €1.0M | 0.40× |
| #15 | Diogo Pinto CF Estrela Amadora | 21 | 21-23 | €300K | €1.0M | 0.30× |
| #16 | Martin Turk GD Estoril Praia | 22 | 21-23 | €300K | €1.0M | 0.30× |
| #17 | Alfonso Pastor Rio Ave FC | 25 | 24-26 | €200K | €800K | 0.25× |
| #18 | Diogo Dias GD Estoril Praia | 22 | 21-23 | €200K | €1.0M | 0.20× |
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 FC Alverca's André Gomes, who is 21 years old, with a +44% RPP (5 years to peak). Third is Diogo Pinto of CF Estrela Amadora, who is 21 years old with a +44% RPP (5 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 | André Gomes FC Alverca | 21 | 5 | €2.5M | €4.5M | +44% |
| #3 | Diogo Pinto CF Estrela Amadora | 21 | 5 | €300K | €536K | +44% |
| #4 | Martin Turk GD Estoril Praia | 22 | 4 | €300K | €499K | +40% |
| #5 | Diogo Dias GD Estoril Praia | 22 | 4 | €200K | €332K | +40% |
| #6 | Neneca CD Santa Clara | 22 | 4 | €400K | €665K | +40% |
| #7 | Samuel Soares SL Benfica | 23 | 3 | €4.0M | €6.2M | +35% |
| #8 | Lukas Hornicek SC Braga | 23 | 3 | €10.0M | €15.5M | +35% |
| #9 | Juan Castillo Vitória Guimarães SC | 23 | 3 | €1.0M | €1.5M | +35% |
| #10 | Bernardo CD Tondela | 23 | 3 | €2.5M | €3.9M | +35% |
| #11 | Kaique Pereira CD Nacional | 23 | 3 | €1.0M | €1.5M | +35% |
| #12 | Cezary Miszta Rio Ave FC | 24 | 2 | €3.0M | €4.3M | +30% |
| #13 | Anatoliy Trubin SL Benfica | 24 | 2 | €28.0M | €40.2M | +30% |
| #14 | Lucas Cañizares CD Tondela | 24 | 2 | €400K | €575K | +30% |
| #15 | Alaa Bellaarouch SC Braga | 24 | 2 | €400K | €575K | +30% |
| #16 | Lucão Gil Vicente FC | 25 | 1 | €1.2M | €1.6M | +25% |
| #17 | Alfonso Pastor Rio Ave FC | 25 | 1 | €200K | €267K | +25% |
| #18 | Adriel Avs Futebol | 25 | 1 | €800K | €1.1M | +25% |
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 | Martin Turk GD Estoril Praia | €357K | €329K-386K | +19% | 100.1 |
| #5 | Diogo Dias GD Estoril Praia | €238K | €219K-257K | +19% | 100.1 |
| #6 | Neneca CD Santa Clara | €476K | €438K-514K | +19% | 100.1 |
| #7 | Samuel Soares SL Benfica | €4.6M | €4.2M-5.0M | +15% | 79.9 |
| #8 | Juan Castillo Vitória Guimarães SC | €1.1M | €1.1M-1.2M | +15% | 79.9 |
| #9 | Kaique Pereira CD Nacional | €1.1M | €1.1M-1.2M | +15% | 79.9 |
| #10 | Lukas Hornicek SC Braga | €11.5M | €10.5M-12.4M | +15% | 79.9 |
| #11 | Bernardo CD Tondela | €2.9M | €2.6M-3.1M | +15% | 79.9 |
| #12 | Diogo Costa FC Porto | €44.6M | €41.0M-48.1M | +11% | 64.1 |
| #13 | Cezary Miszta Rio Ave FC | €3.3M | €3.0M-3.6M | +10% | 58.1 |
| #14 | Anatoliy Trubin SL Benfica | €30.9M | €28.4M-33.3M | +10% | 58.1 |
| #15 | Lucas Cañizares CD Tondela | €441K | €406K-476K | +10% | 58.1 |
| #16 | Alaa Bellaarouch SC Braga | €441K | €406K-476K | +10% | 58.1 |
| #17 | João Virgínia Sporting CP | €1.1M | €985K-1.2M | +7% | 41.2 |
| #18 | João Valido FC Arouca | €535K | €492K-578K | +7% | 41.2 |
| #19 | Kevin Chamorro Rio Ave FC | €321K | €295K-347K | +7% | 41.2 |
| #20 | Ennio van der Gouw Rio Ave FC | €428K | €394K-463K | +7% | 41.2 |
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: goalkeeper position shows strong depth (avg Z-score: 0.00). RPI: 0.00.
Position Depth Analysis
Highest Z-Scores
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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)
Sporting CP's João Virgínia in the 24-26 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +31.6%. That means Diogo Costa captures 61.6% of total market value while representing only 30.0% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is FC Porto's Diogo Costa with a +31.6% ASC (61.6% value share vs 30.0% player share in 24-26 bracket). Third is Kevin Chamorro of Rio Ave FC with a +31.6% ASC (61.6% value vs 30.0% players in 24-26 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +31.6% ASC means the player captures 31.6% 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 Virgínia Sporting CP | 24-26 | 61.6% | 30.0% | +31.6% |
| #2 | Diogo Costa FC Porto | 24-26 | 61.6% | 30.0% | +31.6% |
| #3 | Kevin Chamorro Rio Ave FC | 24-26 | 61.6% | 30.0% | +31.6% |
| #4 | Lucão Gil Vicente FC | 24-26 | 61.6% | 30.0% | +31.6% |
| #5 | Cezary Miszta Rio Ave FC | 24-26 | 61.6% | 30.0% | +31.6% |
| #6 | Ennio van der Gouw Rio Ave FC | 24-26 | 61.6% | 30.0% | +31.6% |
| #7 | João Valido FC Arouca | 24-26 | 61.6% | 30.0% | +31.6% |
| #8 | Alfonso Pastor Rio Ave FC | 24-26 | 61.6% | 30.0% | +31.6% |
| #9 | Anatoliy Trubin SL Benfica | 24-26 | 61.6% | 30.0% | +31.6% |
| #10 | Lucas Cañizares CD Tondela | 24-26 | 61.6% | 30.0% | +31.6% |
| #11 | Alaa Bellaarouch SC Braga | 24-26 | 61.6% | 30.0% | +31.6% |
| #12 | Adriel Avs Futebol | 24-26 | 61.6% | 30.0% | +31.6% |
| #13 | Joel Robles GD Estoril Praia | 30+ | 9.1% | 22.5% | -13.4% |
| #14 | Cláudio Ramos FC Porto | 30+ | 9.1% | 22.5% | -13.4% |
| #15 | Charles Vitória Guimarães SC | 30+ | 9.1% | 22.5% | -13.4% |
| #16 | João Costa FC Porto | 30+ | 9.1% | 22.5% | -13.4% |
| #17 | Rui Silva Sporting CP | 30+ | 9.1% | 22.5% | -13.4% |
| #18 | Tiago Sá SC Braga | 30+ | 9.1% | 22.5% | -13.4% |
| #19 | André Ferreira Moreirense FC | 30+ | 9.1% | 22.5% | -13.4% |
| #20 | Lucas França CD Nacional | 30+ | 9.1% | 22.5% | -13.4% |
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: 6 immediate targets, 12 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 10 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 €40.0M. 0 undervalued, 1 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Simão Avs Futebol | €200K | €800K | -0.80 | Good Value |
Charles Vitória Guimarães SC | €300K | €800K | -0.60 | Good Value |
Tiago Sá SC Braga | €300K | €800K | -0.60 | Good Value |
Alfonso Pastor Rio Ave FC | €200K | €800K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Gabriel Souza CD Tondela | €150K | €800K | -0.42 | Fair Value |
Joel Robles GD Estoril Praia | €400K | €800K | -0.40 | Fair Value |
Dani Figueira Gil Vicente FC | €300K | €800K | -0.37 | Fair Value |
Matheus Mendes FC Alverca | €300K | €800K | -0.37 | Fair Value |
Diogo Dias GD Estoril Praia | €200K | €800K | -0.36 | Fair Value |
Kevin Chamorro Rio Ave FC | €300K | €800K | -0.33 | Fair Value |
Diogo Pinto CF Estrela Amadora | €300K | €800K | -0.32 | Fair Value |
Martin Turk GD Estoril Praia | €300K | €800K | -0.32 | Fair Value |
Neneca CD Santa Clara | €400K | €800K | -0.27 | Fair Value |
Ennio van der Gouw Rio Ave FC | €400K | €800K | -0.17 | Fair Value |
Lucas Cañizares CD Tondela | €400K | €800K | -0.17 | Fair Value |
Alaa Bellaarouch SC Braga | €400K | €800K | -0.17 | Fair Value |
Ignacio de Arruabarrena FC Arouca | €1.0M | €800K | -0.16 | Fair Value |
Rui Silva Sporting CP | €7.0M | €800K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Ivan Zlobin FC Famalicão | €1.5M | €800K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
André Ferreira Moreirense FC | €600K | €800K | 0.00 | Fair Value |