Best Players (All Positions) in the Scottish Premiership (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Market Overview: Scottish Premiership Players (All Positions) 2022-23
Our database tracked 999 Scottish Premiership Players (All Positions) in the 2022-23 season, representing 142 clubs with a combined market value of €28.6B. The average market value for Scottish Premiership Players (All Positions) was €28.6M, with the average age at 25 years old.
The most valuable player in the Scottish Premiership was Erling Haaland, worth €200.0M and played for Manchester City at 25 years old. The top 5 Players (All Positions) averaged €150.0M in market value, including Vinicius Junior and Pedri.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked player was Lamine Yamal (18 years, FC Barcelona, €200.0M), while the oldest was Lionel Messi (38 years, Inter Miami CF, €15.0M). Research shows Players (All Positions) typically peak at age 26-27.
Historical analysis showed 606 Players (All Positions) (61%) increased in market value over the following 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, then-current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Scottish Premiership market for Players (All Positions) remained highly competitive with significant transfer activity 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 Scottish Premiership
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Scottish Premiership Players (All Positions). Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 142 clubs with €28.6B combined value.
Age Distribution: Scottish Premiership Players (All Positions)
The Scottish Premiership ALL market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 24-26 bracket (341 players, 34% of market). The 24-26 age group holds the most value at €10.3B, averaging €30.1M per player.
Top Players (All Positions) by Age Bracket
U21 Years (73 players)
21-23 Years (240 players)
24-26 Years (341 players)
27-29 Years (264 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 100 Players (All Positions) (10% of players) control €8.1B
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with elite (€50m+) tier representing 12% of the Scottish Premiership ALL pool.
Elite (€50M+)
Premium (€30-50M)
High (€15-30M)
Club Distribution: Scottish Premiership Players (All Positions)
Among 142 Scottish Premiership clubs, Real Madrid leads with 20 Players (All Positions) worth €1.3B (averaging €66.3M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 21% of tracked Players (All Positions).
Real Madrid (20 Players (All Positions))
Manchester City (24 Players (All Positions))
Arsenal FC (20 Players (All Positions))
Paris Saint-Germain (20 Players (All Positions))
Player Rankings
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Erling Haaland
Manchester City • 25 years old
€173.0M
€200.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €203.5M
95.5
Vinicius Junior
Real Madrid • 25 years old
€129.7M
€150.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €152.6M
95.5
Pedri
FC Barcelona • 23 years old
€121.1M
€140.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €156.0M
95.5
Bukayo Saka
Arsenal FC • 24 years old
€112.4M
€130.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €138.6M
95.5
Jamal Musiala
Bayern Munich • 23 years old
€112.4M
€130.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €144.9M
95.5
Michael Olise
Bayern Munich • 24 years old
€112.4M
€130.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €138.6M
95.5
Alexander Isak
Liverpool FC • 26 years old
€103.8M
€120.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €128.6M
95.5
Cole Palmer
Chelsea FC • 24 years old
€103.8M
€120.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €127.9M
95.5
Florian Wirtz
Liverpool FC • 23 years old
€95.1M
€110.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €122.6M
95.5
Moisés Caicedo
Chelsea FC • 24 years old
€95.1M
€110.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €122.6M
95.5
Vitinha
Paris Saint-Germain • 26 years old
€95.1M
€110.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €111.9M
95.5
Ryan Gravenberch
Liverpool FC • 24 years old
€77.8M
€90.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €100.3M
95.5
Hugo Ekitiké
Liverpool FC • 23 years old
€73.5M
€85.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €94.7M
95.2
Kylian Mbappé
Real Madrid • 27 years old
€211.4M
€200.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €182.2M
94.7
Federico Valverde
Real Madrid • 27 years old
€126.8M
€120.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €109.3M
94.7
Declan Rice
Arsenal FC • 27 years old
€126.8M
€120.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €109.3M
94.7
Julián Alvarez
Atlético de Madrid • 26 years old
€86.5M
€100.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €107.2M
94.7
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
Paris Saint-Germain • 25 years old
€77.8M
€90.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €91.6M
94.6
William Saliba
Arsenal FC • 25 years old
€77.8M
€90.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €91.6M
94.6
Jude Bellingham
Real Madrid • 22 years old
€138.4M
€160.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €176.3M
94.4
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)
Manchester City's Erling Haaland at 25 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 9.09×. That means Erling Haaland is valued 9.09× higher than the median player in the 24-26 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is FC Barcelona's Lamine Yamal, who is 18 years old, with a 8.00× PPVE. Third is Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid, who is 25 years old with a 6.82× 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 9.09× means the player is worth 809% 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 | Erling Haaland Manchester City | 25 | 24-26 | €200.0M | €22.0M | 9.09× |
| #2 | Lamine Yamal FC Barcelona | 18 | U21 | €200.0M | €25.0M | 8.00× |
| #3 | Vinicius Junior Real Madrid | 25 | 24-26 | €150.0M | €22.0M | 6.82× |
| #4 | Jude Bellingham Real Madrid | 22 | 21-23 | €160.0M | €25.0M | 6.40× |
| #5 | Bukayo Saka Arsenal FC | 24 | 24-26 | €130.0M | €22.0M | 5.91× |
| #6 | Michael Olise Bayern Munich | 24 | 24-26 | €130.0M | €22.0M | 5.91× |
| #7 | Pedri FC Barcelona | 23 | 21-23 | €140.0M | €25.0M | 5.60× |
| #8 | Cole Palmer Chelsea FC | 24 | 24-26 | €120.0M | €22.0M | 5.45× |
| #9 | Jamal Musiala Bayern Munich | 23 | 21-23 | €130.0M | €25.0M | 5.20× |
| #10 | Moisés Caicedo Chelsea FC | 24 | 24-26 | €110.0M | €22.0M | 5.00× |
| #11 | Florian Wirtz Liverpool FC | 23 | 21-23 | €110.0M | €25.0M | 4.40× |
| #12 | João Neves Paris Saint-Germain | 21 | 21-23 | €110.0M | €25.0M | 4.40× |
| #13 | Ryan Gravenberch Liverpool FC | 24 | 24-26 | €90.0M | €22.0M | 4.09× |
| #14 | William Saliba Arsenal FC | 25 | 24-26 | €90.0M | €22.0M | 4.09× |
| #15 | Khvicha Kvaratskhelia Paris Saint-Germain | 25 | 24-26 | €90.0M | €22.0M | 4.09× |
| #16 | Dominik Szoboszlai Liverpool FC | 25 | 24-26 | €85.0M | €22.0M | 3.86× |
| #17 | Enzo Fernández Chelsea FC | 25 | 24-26 | €85.0M | €22.0M | 3.86× |
| #18 | Arda Güler Real Madrid | 21 | 21-23 | €90.0M | €25.0M | 3.60× |
| #19 | Désiré Doué Paris Saint-Germain | 21 | 21-23 | €90.0M | €25.0M | 3.60× |
| #20 | Hugo Ekitiké Liverpool FC | 23 | 21-23 | €85.0M | €25.0M | 3.40× |
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)
RC Strasbourg Alsace's Mike Penders at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +48%. That means Mike Penders is projected to appreciate 48% as they reach their peak age in 6 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Real Madrid's Franco Mastantuono, who is 18 years old, with a +44% RPP (8 years to peak). Third is Francesco Camarda of US Lecce, 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 | Mike Penders RC Strasbourg Alsace | 20 | 6 | €15.0M | €28.8M | +48% |
| #2 | Franco Mastantuono Real Madrid | 18 | 8 | €50.0M | €89.4M | +44% |
| #3 | Francesco Camarda US Lecce | 18 | 8 | €15.0M | €26.8M | +44% |
| #4 | Honest Ahanor Atalanta BC | 18 | 8 | €25.0M | €44.7M | +44% |
| #5 | Ibrahim Mbaye Paris Saint-Germain | 18 | 8 | €25.0M | €44.7M | +44% |
| #6 | Lamine Yamal FC Barcelona | 18 | 8 | €200.0M | €357.4M | +44% |
| #7 | Konstantinos Karetsas KRC Genk | 18 | 8 | €28.0M | €50.0M | +44% |
| #8 | Mikey Moore Rangers FC | 18 | 8 | €16.0M | €28.6M | +44% |
| #9 | Ayyoub Bouaddi LOSC Lille | 18 | 8 | €40.0M | €71.5M | +44% |
| #10 | Guillaume Restes FC Toulouse | 21 | 5 | €20.0M | €35.7M | +44% |
| #11 | Rayan AFC Bournemouth | 19 | 7 | €25.0M | €41.5M | +40% |
| #12 | Charalampos Kostoulas Brighton & Hove Albion | 19 | 7 | €25.0M | €41.5M | +40% |
| #13 | Giovanni Leoni Liverpool FC | 19 | 7 | €25.0M | €41.5M | +40% |
| #14 | Geovany Quenda Sporting CP | 19 | 7 | €45.0M | €74.8M | +40% |
| #15 | Noahkai Banks FC Augsburg | 19 | 7 | €15.0M | €24.9M | +40% |
| #16 | Finn Jeltsch VfB Stuttgart | 19 | 7 | €25.0M | €41.5M | +40% |
| #17 | Eli Kroupi AFC Bournemouth | 19 | 7 | €22.0M | €36.6M | +40% |
| #18 | João Simões Sporting CP | 19 | 7 | €15.0M | €24.9M | +40% |
| #19 | Christos Mouzakitis Olympiacos Piraeus | 19 | 7 | €25.0M | €41.5M | +40% |
| #20 | Endrick Olympique Lyon | 19 | 7 | €25.0M | €41.5M | +40% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
RC Strasbourg Alsace's Mike Penders has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 118.5. That means Mike Penders has 28% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is FC Toulouse's Guillaume Restes with a 103.3 RAU (23% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Bart Verbruggen of Brighton & Hove Albion with a 101.3 RAU (19% 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 | Mike Penders RC Strasbourg Alsace | €19.2M | €17.4M-20.9M | +28% | 118.5 |
| #2 | Guillaume Restes FC Toulouse | €24.7M | €22.4M-27.0M | +23% | 103.3 |
| #3 | Bart Verbruggen Brighton & Hove Albion | €41.8M | €38.4M-45.1M | +19% | 101.3 |
| #4 | Ayyoub Bouaddi LOSC Lille | €51.4M | €44.3M-58.5M | +29% | 80.4 |
| #5 | Franco Mastantuono Real Madrid | €64.3M | €55.4M-73.1M | +29% | 80.4 |
| #6 | Lamine Yamal FC Barcelona | €257.0M | €221.6M-292.5M | +29% | 80.4 |
| #7 | Lucas Chevalier Paris Saint-Germain | €40.2M | €36.9M-43.4M | +15% | 80.3 |
| #8 | Konstantinos Tzolakis Olympiacos Piraeus | €17.2M | €15.8M-18.6M | +15% | 79.9 |
| #9 | Robin Roefs Sunderland AFC | €20.6M | €19.0M-22.3M | +15% | 79.9 |
| #10 | Zion Suzuki Parma Calcio 1913 | €22.9M | €21.1M-24.8M | +15% | 79.9 |
| #11 | Antonín Kinský Tottenham Hotspur | €14.9M | €13.7M-16.1M | +15% | 79.9 |
| #12 | Senne Lammens Manchester United | €28.7M | €26.4M-31.0M | +15% | 79.9 |
| #13 | James Trafford Manchester City | €28.7M | €26.4M-31.0M | +15% | 79.9 |
| #14 | Geovany Quenda Sporting CP | €55.8M | €48.1M-63.5M | +24% | 70.0 |
| #15 | Estêvão Chelsea FC | €99.1M | €85.5M-112.8M | +24% | 70.0 |
| #16 | Myles Lewis-Skelly Arsenal FC | €49.6M | €42.7M-56.4M | +24% | 70.0 |
| #17 | Luka Vuskovic Hamburger SV | €49.6M | €42.7M-56.4M | +24% | 70.0 |
| #18 | Pau Cubarsí FC Barcelona | €99.1M | €85.5M-112.8M | +24% | 70.0 |
| #19 | Mikey Moore Rangers FC | €19.8M | €17.0M-22.5M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #20 | Honest Ahanor Atalanta BC | €30.9M | €26.6M-35.1M | +23% | 68.9 |
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)
Liverpool FC's Alisson in the 30+ age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-2.4%. That means Harry Kane captures 5.7% of total market value while representing only 8.1% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.
In second is Real Madrid's Thibaut Courtois with a +-2.4% ASC (5.7% value share vs 8.1% player share in 30+ bracket). Third is Emiliano Martínez of Aston Villa with a +-2.4% ASC (5.7% value vs 8.1% players in 30+ bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-2.4% ASC means the player captures -2.4% 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 | Alisson Liverpool FC | 30+ | 5.7% | 8.1% | -2.4% |
| #2 | Thibaut Courtois Real Madrid | 30+ | 5.7% | 8.1% | -2.4% |
| #3 | Emiliano Martínez Aston Villa | 30+ | 5.7% | 8.1% | -2.4% |
| #4 | Jan Oblak Atlético de Madrid | 30+ | 5.7% | 8.1% | -2.4% |
| #5 | Hakan Çalhanoğlu Inter Milan | 30+ | 5.7% | 8.1% | -2.4% |
| #6 | Jordan Pickford Everton FC | 30+ | 5.7% | 8.1% | -2.4% |
| #7 | Harry Kane Bayern Munich | 30+ | 5.7% | 8.1% | -2.4% |
| #8 | Virgil van Dijk Liverpool FC | 30+ | 5.7% | 8.1% | -2.4% |
| #9 | Leandro Trossard Arsenal FC | 30+ | 5.7% | 8.1% | -2.4% |
| #10 | Mohamed Salah Liverpool FC | 30+ | 5.7% | 8.1% | -2.4% |
| #11 | Leon Goretzka Bayern Munich | 30+ | 5.7% | 8.1% | -2.4% |
| #12 | Serge Gnabry Bayern Munich | 30+ | 5.7% | 8.1% | -2.4% |
| #13 | Joshua Kimmich Bayern Munich | 30+ | 5.7% | 8.1% | -2.4% |
| #14 | Pierre-Emile Højbjerg Olympique Marseille | 30+ | 5.7% | 8.1% | -2.4% |
| #15 | Nathan Aké Manchester City | 30+ | 5.7% | 8.1% | -2.4% |
| #16 | Marquinhos Paris Saint-Germain | 30+ | 5.7% | 8.1% | -2.4% |
| #17 | Mike Maignan AC Milan | 30+ | 5.7% | 8.1% | -2.4% |
| #18 | Adrien Rabiot AC Milan | 30+ | 5.7% | 8.1% | -2.4% |
| #19 | John Stones Manchester City | 30+ | 5.7% | 8.1% | -2.4% |
| #20 | Julian Brandt Borussia Dortmund | 30+ | 5.7% | 8.1% | -2.4% |
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: 46 immediate targets, 323 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 480 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 €65.0M. 0 undervalued, 33 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Vitor Reis Girona FC | €30.0M | €22.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Franco Mastantuono Real Madrid | €50.0M | €22.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Assane Diao Como 1907 | €30.0M | €22.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Jesús Rodríguez Como 1907 | €30.0M | €22.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Federico Dimarco Inter Milan | €50.0M | €22.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Marc Cucurella Chelsea FC | €50.0M | €22.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Guglielmo Vicario Tottenham Hotspur | €30.0M | €22.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
James Maddison Tottenham Hotspur | €30.0M | €22.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Joelinton Newcastle United | €30.0M | €22.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Ben White Arsenal FC | €30.0M | €22.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Mikel Merino Arsenal FC | €30.0M | €22.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Antonee Robinson Fulham FC | €30.0M | €22.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Robin Le Normand Atlético de Madrid | €30.0M | €22.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Ibrahima Konaté Liverpool FC | €50.0M | €22.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Éder Militão Real Madrid | €30.0M | €22.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Exequiel Palacios Bayer 04 Leverkusen | €30.0M | €22.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Dávid Hancko Atlético de Madrid | €30.0M | €22.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Nikola Milenković Nottingham Forest | €30.0M | €22.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Pedro Gonçalves Sporting CP | €30.0M | €22.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Kaoru Mitoma Brighton & Hove Albion | €30.0M | €22.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
