Best Goalkeepers in the MLS (Oct 2025)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: MLS Goalkeepers 2025-26
Our database tracks 12 MLS Goalkeepers in the 2025-26 season, representing 11 clubs with a combined market value of €12.1M. The average market value for MLS Goalkeepers is €1.0M, with the average age at 28.7 years old.
The most valuable goalkeeper in the MLS is Matt Turner, worth €2.5M and playing for New England Revolution at 31 years old. The top 5 Goalkeepers average €1.9M in market value, including Zack Steffen and Maarten Paes.
Age distribution shows the youngest tracked goalkeeper is Duran Ferree (19 years, San Diego FC, €150K), while the oldest is Hugo Lloris (38 years, Los Angeles FC, €1.0M). Research shows Goalkeepers typically peak at age 29.
Our 1-year forecast model projects 6 Goalkeepers (50%) will increase in market value over the next 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The MLS market for Goalkeepers 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 MLS
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all MLS Goalkeepers. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 11 clubs with €12.1M combined value.
Age Distribution: MLS Goalkeepers
The MLS GK market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 30+ bracket (6 players, 50% of market). The 30+ age group holds the most value at €7.7M, averaging €1.3M per player.
Top Goalkeepers by Age Bracket
U21 Years (1 players)
21-23 Years (1 players)
24-26 Years (2 players)
27-29 Years (2 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 2 Goalkeepers (17% of players) control €4.5M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows concentrated value with emerging (<€5m) tier representing 100% of the MLS GK pool.
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: MLS Goalkeepers
Among 11 MLS clubs, New England Revolution leads with 1 Goalkeepers worth €2.5M (averaging €2.5M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 92% of tracked Goalkeepers.
New England Revolution (1 Goalkeepers)
CF Montréal (2 Goalkeepers)
Colorado Rapids (1 Goalkeepers)
FC Dallas (1 Goalkeepers)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Matt Turner
New England Revolution • 31 years old
€2.5M
€2.5M
+0.0%
Expected: €2.4M
38.7
Zack Steffen
Colorado Rapids • 30 years old
€2.0M
€2.0M
+0.0%
Expected: €1.9M
36.2
Maarten Paes
FC Dallas • 27 years old
€1.6M
€1.8M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.0M
35.2
Thomas Gillier
CF Montréal • 21 years old
€1.6M
€1.8M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.5M
31.9
Roman Bürki
St. Louis CITY SC • 34 years old
€1.5M
€1.5M
+0.0%
Expected: €1.5M
30.8
Hugo Lloris
Los Angeles FC • 38 years old
€1.0M
€1.0M
+0.0%
Expected: €974K
23.9
Jonathan Bond
Houston Dynamo FC • 32 years old
€500K
€500K
+0.0%
Expected: €487K
17.4
Sébastian Breza
CF Montréal • 27 years old
€259K
€300K
+15.6%
Expected: €333K
12.1
Brian Schwake
Nashville SC • 24 years old
€173K
€200K
+15.6%
Expected: €252K
5.5
Rafael Cabral
Real Salt Lake City • 35 years old
€200K
€200K
+0.0%
Expected: €195K
4.3
Brady Scott
Los Angeles Galaxy • 26 years old
€108K
€125K
+15.6%
Expected: €145K
0.7
Duran Ferree
San Diego FC • 19 years old
€130K
€150K
+15.6%
Expected: €227K
-1.6
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)
Nashville SC's Brian Schwake at 24 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 1.00×. That means Thomas Gillier is valued 1.00× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is CF Montréal's Thomas Gillier, who is 21 years old, with a 1.00× PPVE. Third is Duran Ferree of San Diego FC, who is 19 years old with a 1.00× 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 1.00× means the player is worth 0% 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 | Brian Schwake Nashville SC | 24 | 24-26 | €200K | €200K | 1.00× |
| #2 | Thomas Gillier CF Montréal | 21 | 21-23 | €1.8M | €1.8M | 1.00× |
| #3 | Duran Ferree San Diego FC | 19 | U21 | €150K | €150K | 1.00× |
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)
San Diego FC's Duran Ferree has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 184.5. That means Duran Ferree has 51% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is CF Montréal's Thomas Gillier with a 158.9 RAU (41% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Brian Schwake of Nashville SC with a 129.7 RAU (26% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 184.5 means the upside is 184.5× 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 | Duran Ferree San Diego FC | €227K | €206K-248K | +51% | 184.5 |
| #2 | Thomas Gillier CF Montréal | €2.5M | €2.3M-2.8M | +41% | 158.9 |
| #3 | Brian Schwake Nashville SC | €252K | €232K-273K | +26% | 129.7 |
| #4 | Brady Scott Los Angeles Galaxy | €145K | €133K-157K | +16% | 86.6 |
| #5 | Maarten Paes FC Dallas | €2.0M | €1.8M-2.2M | +11% | 62.1 |
| #6 | Sébastian Breza CF Montréal | €333K | €306K-360K | +11% | 62.1 |
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: goalkeeper 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)
Los Angeles Galaxy's Brady Scott in the 24-26 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-14.0%. That means Brian Schwake captures 2.7% of total market value while representing only 16.7% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is Nashville SC's Brian Schwake with a +-14.0% ASC (2.7% value share vs 16.7% player share in 24-26 bracket). Third is Rafael Cabral of Real Salt Lake City with a +13.8% ASC (63.8% value vs 50.0% players in 30+ bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-14.0% ASC means the player captures -14.0% 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 | Brady Scott Los Angeles Galaxy | 24-26 | 2.7% | 16.7% | -14.0% |
| #2 | Brian Schwake Nashville SC | 24-26 | 2.7% | 16.7% | -14.0% |
| #3 | Rafael Cabral Real Salt Lake City | 30+ | 63.8% | 50.0% | +13.8% |
| #4 | Jonathan Bond Houston Dynamo FC | 30+ | 63.8% | 50.0% | +13.8% |
| #5 | Hugo Lloris Los Angeles FC | 30+ | 63.8% | 50.0% | +13.8% |
| #6 | Zack Steffen Colorado Rapids | 30+ | 63.8% | 50.0% | +13.8% |
| #7 | Matt Turner New England Revolution | 30+ | 63.8% | 50.0% | +13.8% |
| #8 | Roman Bürki St. Louis CITY SC | 30+ | 63.8% | 50.0% | +13.8% |
| #9 | Duran Ferree San Diego FC | U21 | 1.2% | 8.3% | -7.1% |
| #10 | Thomas Gillier CF Montréal | 21-23 | 14.9% | 8.3% | +6.6% |
| #11 | Maarten Paes FC Dallas | 27-29 | 17.4% | 16.7% | +0.7% |
| #12 | Sébastian Breza CF Montréal | 27-29 | 17.4% | 16.7% | +0.7% |
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: 3 immediate targets, 0 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 3 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
WATCH LIST - High Upside
No players in this category
BUY NOW - Medium Upside
No players in this category
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 €1.8M. 0 undervalued, 0 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Brady Scott Los Angeles Galaxy | €125K | €1.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Sébastian Breza CF Montréal | €300K | €1.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Rafael Cabral Real Salt Lake City | €200K | €1.0M | -0.87 | Good Value |
Jonathan Bond Houston Dynamo FC | €500K | €1.0M | -0.67 | Good Value |
Hugo Lloris Los Angeles FC | €1.0M | €1.0M | -0.33 | Fair Value |
Maarten Paes FC Dallas | €1.8M | €1.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Roman Bürki St. Louis CITY SC | €1.5M | €1.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Brian Schwake Nashville SC | €200K | €1.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Thomas Gillier CF Montréal | €1.8M | €1.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Duran Ferree San Diego FC | €150K | €1.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Zack Steffen Colorado Rapids | €2.0M | €1.0M | +0.33 | Fair Value |
Matt Turner New England Revolution | €2.5M | €1.0M | +0.67 | Above Market |