Best Left Wingers in the Ligue 1 (Oct 2025)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Ligue 1 Left Wingers 2022-23
Our database tracked 27 Ligue 1 Left Wingers in the 2022-23 season, representing 16 clubs with a combined market value of €369.7M. The average market value for Ligue 1 Left Wingers was €13.7M, with the average age at 24.0 years old.
The most valuable left winger in the Ligue 1 was Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, worth €90.0M and played for Paris Saint-Germain at 24 years old. The top 5 Left Wingers averaged €49.0M in market value, including Bradley Barcola and Igor Paixão.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked left winger was Herba Guirassy (19 years, FC Nantes, €1.0M), while the oldest was Wahbi Khazri (34 years, Without Club, €1.0M). Research shows Left Wingers typically peak at age 26.
Historical analysis showed 22 Left Wingers (81%) increased in market value over the following 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, then-current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Ligue 1 market for Left Wingers 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 Ligue 1
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Ligue 1 Left Wingers. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 16 clubs with €369.7M combined value.
Age Distribution: Ligue 1 Left Wingers
The Ligue 1 LW market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 24-26 bracket (11 players, 41% of market). The 24-26 age group holds the most value at €194.6M, averaging €17.7M per player.
Top Left Wingers by Age Bracket
U21 Years (7 players)
21-23 Years (4 players)
24-26 Years (11 players)
27-29 Years (2 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 3 Left Wingers (11% of players) control €195.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with elite (€50m+) tier representing 7% of the Ligue 1 LW pool.
Elite (€50M+)
Premium (€30-50M)
High (€15-30M)
Club Distribution: Ligue 1 Left Wingers
Among 16 Ligue 1 clubs, Paris Saint-Germain leads with 2 Left Wingers worth €160.0M (averaging €80.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 74% of tracked Left Wingers.
Paris Saint-Germain (2 Left Wingers)
Olympique Marseille (2 Left Wingers)
LOSC Lille (3 Left Wingers)
Olympique Lyon (2 Left Wingers)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
Paris Saint-Germain • 24 years old
€77.8M
€90.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €104.0M
94.2
Bradley Barcola
Paris Saint-Germain • 23 years old
€60.5M
€70.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €84.6M
92.0
Igor Paixão
Olympique Marseille • 25 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €38.6M
83.2
Malick Fofana
Olympique Lyon • 20 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €39.4M
74.4
Hamed Traoré
Olympique Marseille • 25 years old
€17.3M
€20.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €21.2M
72.6
Osame Sahraoui
LOSC Lille • 24 years old
€10.4M
€12.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €13.3M
66.3
Takumi Minamino
AS Monaco • 30 years old
€15.0M
€15.0M
+0.0%
Expected: €14.2M
66.1
Matías Fernández-Pardo
LOSC Lille • 20 years old
€13.0M
€15.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €19.7M
65.8
Moses Simon
Paris FC • 30 years old
€12.0M
€12.0M
+0.0%
Expected: €11.4M
63.4
Sofiane Diop
OGC Nice • 25 years old
€8.6M
€10.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €10.6M
60.4
Abdallah Sima
RC Lens • 24 years old
€7.8M
€9.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €10.0M
59.1
Jérémie Boga
OGC Nice • 28 years old
€10.0M
€10.0M
+0.0%
Expected: €9.5M
58.9
Yann Gboho
FC Toulouse • 24 years old
€6.9M
€8.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €8.9M
57.6
Ibrahim Osman
AJ Auxerre • 20 years old
€8.6M
€10.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €13.1M
57.1
Ansu Fati
AS Monaco • 22 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.1M
50.7
Félix Correia
LOSC Lille • 24 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.4M
49.0
Cheikh Sabaly
FC Metz • 26 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.1M
49.0
Pathé Mboup
Stade Brestois 29 • 21 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.2M
37.4
Issa Soumaré
Le Havre AC • 25 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.1M
36.8
Alimami Gory
Paris FC • 29 years old
€1.5M
€1.5M
+0.0%
Expected: €1.4M
31.0
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)
Olympique Lyon's Malick Fofana at 20 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 30.00×. That means Malick Fofana is valued 30.00× higher than the median player in the U21 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is LOSC Lille's Matías Fernández-Pardo, who is 20 years old, with a 15.00× PPVE. Third is Bradley Barcola of Paris Saint-Germain, who is 23 years old with a 14.00× 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 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 | Malick Fofana Olympique Lyon | 20 | U21 | €30.0M | €1.0M | 30.00× |
| #2 | Matías Fernández-Pardo LOSC Lille | 20 | U21 | €15.0M | €1.0M | 15.00× |
| #3 | Bradley Barcola Paris Saint-Germain | 23 | 21-23 | €70.0M | €5.0M | 14.00× |
| #4 | Ibrahim Osman AJ Auxerre | 20 | U21 | €10.0M | €1.0M | 10.00× |
| #5 | Khvicha Kvaratskhelia Paris Saint-Germain | 24 | 24-26 | €90.0M | €10.0M | 9.00× |
| #6 | Igor Paixão Olympique Marseille | 25 | 24-26 | €35.0M | €10.0M | 3.50× |
| #7 | Hamed Traoré Olympique Marseille | 25 | 24-26 | €20.0M | €10.0M | 2.00× |
| #8 | Osame Sahraoui LOSC Lille | 24 | 24-26 | €12.0M | €10.0M | 1.20× |
| #9 | Herba Guirassy FC Nantes | 19 | U21 | €1.0M | €1.0M | 1.00× |
| #10 | Ansu Fati AS Monaco | 22 | 21-23 | €5.0M | €5.0M | 1.00× |
| #11 | Sofiane Diop OGC Nice | 25 | 24-26 | €10.0M | €10.0M | 1.00× |
| #12 | Abdallah Sima RC Lens | 24 | 24-26 | €9.0M | €10.0M | 0.90× |
| #13 | Yann Gboho FC Toulouse | 24 | 24-26 | €8.0M | €10.0M | 0.80× |
| #14 | Anthony Bermont RC Lens | 20 | U21 | €600K | €1.0M | 0.60× |
| #15 | Lucas Michal AS Monaco | 20 | U21 | €500K | €1.0M | 0.50× |
| #16 | Pathé Mboup Stade Brestois 29 | 21 | 21-23 | €2.5M | €5.0M | 0.50× |
| #17 | Félix Correia LOSC Lille | 24 | 24-26 | €4.0M | €10.0M | 0.40× |
| #18 | Afonso Moreira Olympique Lyon | 20 | U21 | €400K | €1.0M | 0.40× |
| #19 | Issa Soumaré Le Havre AC | 25 | 24-26 | €2.0M | €10.0M | 0.20× |
| #20 | Martial Godo RC Strasbourg Alsace | 22 | 21-23 | €600K | €5.0M | 0.12× |
Return-to-Peak Potential (RPP)
Recovery potential from current value to forecasted peak. Shows how much upside remains for players approaching their prime.
No RPP data available (requires forecast values in database)
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
FC Nantes's Herba Guirassy has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 96.4. That means Herba Guirassy has 36% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is AJ Auxerre's Ibrahim Osman with a 86.2 RAU (31% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Anthony Bermont of RC Lens with a 86.2 RAU (31% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 96.4 means the upside is 96.4× 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 | Herba Guirassy FC Nantes | €1.4M | €1.2M-1.6M | +36% | 96.4 |
| #2 | Ibrahim Osman AJ Auxerre | €13.1M | €11.3M-14.9M | +31% | 86.2 |
| #3 | Anthony Bermont RC Lens | €787K | €679K-896K | +31% | 86.2 |
| #4 | Afonso Moreira Olympique Lyon | €525K | €452K-597K | +31% | 86.2 |
| #5 | Matías Fernández-Pardo LOSC Lille | €19.7M | €17.0M-22.4M | +31% | 86.2 |
| #6 | Malick Fofana Olympique Lyon | €39.4M | €33.9M-44.8M | +31% | 86.2 |
| #7 | Lucas Michal AS Monaco | €656K | €566K-747K | +31% | 86.2 |
| #8 | Pathé Mboup Stade Brestois 29 | €3.2M | €2.7M-3.6M | +26% | 75.2 |
| #9 | Ansu Fati AS Monaco | €6.1M | €5.3M-6.8M | +21% | 72.7 |
| #10 | Martial Godo RC Strasbourg Alsace | €727K | €640K-814K | +21% | 72.7 |
| #11 | Bradley Barcola Paris Saint-Germain | €84.6M | €74.4M-94.7M | +21% | 71.8 |
| #12 | Khvicha Kvaratskhelia Paris Saint-Germain | €104.0M | €91.5M-116.5M | +16% | 56.1 |
| #13 | Osame Sahraoui LOSC Lille | €13.3M | €11.7M-14.9M | +11% | 41.4 |
| #14 | Yann Gboho FC Toulouse | €8.9M | €7.8M-9.9M | +11% | 41.4 |
| #15 | Félix Correia LOSC Lille | €4.4M | €3.9M-5.0M | +11% | 41.4 |
| #16 | Felix Mambimbi Le Havre AC | €666K | €586K-746K | +11% | 41.4 |
| #17 | Abdallah Sima RC Lens | €10.0M | €8.8M-11.2M | +11% | 41.4 |
| #18 | Igor Paixão Olympique Marseille | €38.6M | €34.0M-43.2M | +10% | 39.0 |
| #19 | Issa Soumaré Le Havre AC | €2.1M | €1.9M-2.4M | +6% | 23.5 |
| #20 | Hamed Traoré Olympique Marseille | €21.2M | €18.7M-23.7M | +6% | 23.5 |
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
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)
Olympique Marseille's Hamed Traoré in the 24-26 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +11.9%. That means Khvicha Kvaratskhelia captures 52.6% of total market value while representing only 40.7% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is FC Toulouse's Yann Gboho with a +11.9% ASC (52.6% value share vs 40.7% player share in 24-26 bracket). Third is Félix Correia of LOSC Lille with a +11.9% ASC (52.6% value vs 40.7% players in 24-26 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +11.9% ASC means the player captures 11.9% 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 | Hamed Traoré Olympique Marseille | 24-26 | 52.6% | 40.7% | +11.9% |
| #2 | Yann Gboho FC Toulouse | 24-26 | 52.6% | 40.7% | +11.9% |
| #3 | Félix Correia LOSC Lille | 24-26 | 52.6% | 40.7% | +11.9% |
| #4 | Khvicha Kvaratskhelia Paris Saint-Germain | 24-26 | 52.6% | 40.7% | +11.9% |
| #5 | Felix Mambimbi Le Havre AC | 24-26 | 52.6% | 40.7% | +11.9% |
| #6 | Cheikh Sabaly FC Metz | 24-26 | 52.6% | 40.7% | +11.9% |
| #7 | Issa Soumaré Le Havre AC | 24-26 | 52.6% | 40.7% | +11.9% |
| #8 | Sofiane Diop OGC Nice | 24-26 | 52.6% | 40.7% | +11.9% |
| #9 | Osame Sahraoui LOSC Lille | 24-26 | 52.6% | 40.7% | +11.9% |
| #10 | Igor Paixão Olympique Marseille | 24-26 | 52.6% | 40.7% | +11.9% |
| #11 | Abdallah Sima RC Lens | 24-26 | 52.6% | 40.7% | +11.9% |
| #12 | Anthony Bermont RC Lens | U21 | 15.6% | 25.9% | -10.4% |
| #13 | Ibrahim Osman AJ Auxerre | U21 | 15.6% | 25.9% | -10.4% |
| #14 | Herba Guirassy FC Nantes | U21 | 15.6% | 25.9% | -10.4% |
| #15 | Matías Fernández-Pardo LOSC Lille | U21 | 15.6% | 25.9% | -10.4% |
| #16 | Malick Fofana Olympique Lyon | U21 | 15.6% | 25.9% | -10.4% |
| #17 | Lucas Michal AS Monaco | U21 | 15.6% | 25.9% | -10.4% |
| #18 | Afonso Moreira Olympique Lyon | U21 | 15.6% | 25.9% | -10.4% |
| #19 | Ansu Fati AS Monaco | 21-23 | 21.1% | 14.8% | +6.3% |
| #20 | Bradley Barcola Paris Saint-Germain | 21-23 | 21.1% | 14.8% | +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: 12 immediate targets, 9 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 2 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 €90.0M. 1 undervalued, 0 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Felix Mambimbi Le Havre AC | €600K | €8.0M | -1.70 | Undervalued |
Issa Soumaré Le Havre AC | €2.0M | €8.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Martial Godo RC Strasbourg Alsace | €600K | €8.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Yann Gboho FC Toulouse | €8.0M | €8.0M | -0.67 | Good Value |
Afonso Moreira Olympique Lyon | €400K | €8.0M | -0.40 | Fair Value |
Abdallah Sima RC Lens | €9.0M | €8.0M | -0.33 | Fair Value |
Lucas Michal AS Monaco | €500K | €8.0M | -0.20 | Fair Value |
Wahbi Khazri Without Club | €1.0M | €8.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Anthony Bermont RC Lens | €600K | €8.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Ibrahim Osman AJ Auxerre | €10.0M | €8.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Takumi Minamino AS Monaco | €15.0M | €8.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Jérémie Boga OGC Nice | €10.0M | €8.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Moses Simon Paris FC | €12.0M | €8.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Hamed Traoré Olympique Marseille | €20.0M | €8.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Alimami Gory Paris FC | €1.5M | €8.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Ansu Fati AS Monaco | €5.0M | €8.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Félix Correia LOSC Lille | €4.0M | €8.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia Paris Saint-Germain | €90.0M | €8.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Cheikh Sabaly FC Metz | €4.0M | €8.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Sofiane Diop OGC Nice | €10.0M | €8.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |