Best Centre-Backs in the Serie A (Dec 2025)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Serie A Centre-Backs 2023-24
Our database tracked 102 Serie A Centre-Backs in the 2023-24 season, representing 22 clubs with a combined market value of €1.0B. The average market value for Serie A Centre-Backs was €9.9M, with the average age at 26.8 years old.
The most valuable centre-back in the Serie A was Alessandro Bastoni, worth €80.0M and played for Inter Milan at 26 years old. The top 5 Centre-Backs averaged €50.0M in market value, including Bremer and Alessandro Buongiorno.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked centre-back was David Odogu (19 years, AC Milan, €5.0M), while the oldest was Raúl Albiol (40 years, Pisa Sporting Club, €1.0M). Research shows Centre-Backs typically peak at age 27.
Historical analysis showed 44 Centre-Backs (43%) increased in market value over the following 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, then-current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Serie A market for Centre-Backs remained highly competitive with significant transfer activity in the 2023-24 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 Serie A
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Serie A Centre-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 22 clubs with €1.0B combined value.
Age Distribution: Serie A Centre-Backs
The Serie A CB market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 30+ bracket (27 players, 26% of market). The 24-26 age group holds the most value at €433.4M, averaging €18.1M per player.
Top Centre-Backs by Age Bracket
U21 Years (7 players)
21-23 Years (21 players)
24-26 Years (24 players)
27-29 Years (23 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 11 Centre-Backs (11% of players) control €421.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with elite (€50m+) tier representing 3% of the Serie A CB pool.
Elite (€50M+)
Premium (€30-50M)
High (€15-30M)
Club Distribution: Serie A Centre-Backs
Among 22 Serie A clubs, Inter Milan leads with 6 Centre-Backs worth €149.0M (averaging €24.8M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 51% of tracked Centre-Backs.
Inter Milan (6 Centre-Backs)
Juventus FC (5 Centre-Backs)
Atalanta BC (5 Centre-Backs)
SSC Napoli (5 Centre-Backs)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Alessandro Bastoni
Inter Milan • 26 years old
€69.2M
€80.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €85.7M
93.2
Bremer
Juventus FC • 28 years old
€64.6M
€50.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €45.5M
87.8
Alessandro Buongiorno
SSC Napoli • 26 years old
€43.2M
€50.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €53.6M
87.6
Giorgio Scalvini
Atalanta BC • 22 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €38.6M
84.0
Yann Bisseck
Inter Milan • 25 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €35.6M
83.6
Mario Gila
SS Lazio • 25 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €29.3M
78.1
Evan Ndicka
AS Roma • 26 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €30.9M
77.7
Isak Hien
Atalanta BC • 26 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €30.9M
77.7
Pierre Kalulu
Juventus FC • 25 years old
€24.2M
€28.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €27.4M
77.3
Sam Beukema
SSC Napoli • 27 years old
€29.6M
€28.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €24.5M
76.9
Odilon Kossounou
Atalanta BC • 24 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €25.6M
76.3
Jhon Lucumí
Bologna FC 1909 • 27 years old
€26.4M
€25.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €21.9M
75.5
Koni De Winter
AC Milan • 23 years old
€19.0M
€22.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €23.6M
75.2
Federico Gatti
Juventus FC • 27 years old
€25.4M
€24.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €21.0M
75.0
Pietro Comuzzo
ACF Fiorentina • 20 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €28.7M
75.0
Manuel Akanji
Inter Milan • 30 years old
€28.4M
€22.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €18.2M
74.2
Fikayo Tomori
AC Milan • 27 years old
€21.1M
€20.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €17.5M
72.7
Strahinja Pavlović
AC Milan • 24 years old
€15.6M
€18.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €18.4M
72.2
Oumar Solet
Udinese Calcio • 25 years old
€15.6M
€18.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €17.6M
71.8
Lloyd Kelly
Juventus FC • 27 years old
€19.0M
€18.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €15.8M
71.4
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)
ACF Fiorentina's Pietro Comuzzo at 20 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 8.33×. That means Pietro Comuzzo is valued 8.33× higher than the median player in the U21 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Atalanta BC's Giorgio Scalvini, who is 22 years old, with a 5.83× PPVE. Third is Yann Bisseck of Inter Milan, who is 25 years old with a 4.67× 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 8.33× means the player is worth 733% 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 | Pietro Comuzzo ACF Fiorentina | 20 | U21 | €25.0M | €3.0M | 8.33× |
| #2 | Giorgio Scalvini Atalanta BC | 22 | 21-23 | €35.0M | €6.0M | 5.83× |
| #3 | Yann Bisseck Inter Milan | 25 | 24-26 | €35.0M | €7.5M | 4.67× |
| #4 | Mario Gila SS Lazio | 25 | 24-26 | €30.0M | €7.5M | 4.00× |
| #5 | Pierre Kalulu Juventus FC | 25 | 24-26 | €28.0M | €7.5M | 3.73× |
| #6 | Koni De Winter AC Milan | 23 | 21-23 | €22.0M | €6.0M | 3.67× |
| #7 | Odilon Kossounou Atalanta BC | 24 | 24-26 | €25.0M | €7.5M | 3.33× |
| #8 | Oumar Solet Udinese Calcio | 25 | 24-26 | €18.0M | €7.5M | 2.40× |
| #9 | Strahinja Pavlović AC Milan | 24 | 24-26 | €18.0M | €7.5M | 2.40× |
| #10 | Jacobo Ramón Como 1907 | 20 | U21 | €6.0M | €3.0M | 2.00× |
| #11 | David Odogu AC Milan | 19 | U21 | €5.0M | €3.0M | 1.67× |
| #12 | Thomas Kristensen Udinese Calcio | 23 | 21-23 | €9.0M | €6.0M | 1.50× |
| #13 | Daniele Ghilardi AS Roma | 22 | 21-23 | €8.0M | €6.0M | 1.33× |
| #14 | Alessandro Circati Parma Calcio 1913 | 22 | 21-23 | €8.0M | €6.0M | 1.33× |
| #15 | Luca Marianucci SSC Napoli | 21 | 21-23 | €7.5M | €6.0M | 1.25× |
| #16 | Abdoulaye Ndiaye Parma Calcio 1913 | 23 | 21-23 | €7.0M | €6.0M | 1.17× |
| #17 | Tarik Muharemović US Sassuolo | 22 | 21-23 | €7.0M | €6.0M | 1.17× |
| #18 | Mariano Troilo Parma Calcio 1913 | 22 | 21-23 | €6.5M | €6.0M | 1.08× |
| #19 | Tiago Gabriel US Lecce | 20 | U21 | €3.0M | €3.0M | 1.00× |
| #20 | Juan Rodríguez Cagliari Calcio | 20 | U21 | €3.0M | €3.0M | 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.
Understanding Return-to-Peak Potential (RPP)
Hellas Verona's Tobias Slotsager at 19 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +40%. That means Tobias Slotsager is projected to appreciate 40% as they reach their peak age in 7 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is AC Milan's David Odogu, who is 19 years old, with a +40% RPP (7 years to peak). Third is Tiago Gabriel of US Lecce, 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 | Tobias Slotsager Hellas Verona | 19 | 7 | €2.0M | €3.3M | +40% |
| #2 | David Odogu AC Milan | 19 | 7 | €5.0M | €8.3M | +40% |
| #3 | Tiago Gabriel US Lecce | 20 | 6 | €3.0M | €4.6M | +35% |
| #4 | Juan Rodríguez Cagliari Calcio | 20 | 6 | €3.0M | €4.6M | +35% |
| #5 | Jacobo Ramón Como 1907 | 20 | 6 | €6.0M | €9.3M | +35% |
| #6 | Matías Pérez US Lecce | 20 | 6 | €500K | €773K | +35% |
| #7 | Pietro Comuzzo ACF Fiorentina | 20 | 6 | €25.0M | €38.6M | +35% |
| #8 | Sebastian Otoa Genoa CFC | 21 | 5 | €2.0M | €2.9M | +30% |
| #9 | Luca Marianucci SSC Napoli | 21 | 5 | €7.5M | €10.8M | +30% |
| #10 | Mateus Lusuardi Pisa Sporting Club | 21 | 5 | €800K | €1.1M | +30% |
| #11 | Mikayil Faye US Cremonese | 21 | 5 | €6.0M | €8.6M | +30% |
| #12 | Saba Goglichidze Udinese Calcio | 21 | 5 | €6.0M | €8.6M | +30% |
| #13 | Giorgio Scalvini Atalanta BC | 22 | 4 | €35.0M | €46.8M | +25% |
| #14 | Oliver Provstgaard SS Lazio | 22 | 4 | €3.5M | €4.7M | +25% |
| #15 | Tarik Muharemović US Sassuolo | 22 | 4 | €7.0M | €9.4M | +25% |
| #16 | Daniele Ghilardi AS Roma | 22 | 4 | €8.0M | €10.7M | +25% |
| #17 | Alessandro Circati Parma Calcio 1913 | 22 | 4 | €8.0M | €10.7M | +25% |
| #18 | Tomás Palacios Inter Milan | 22 | 4 | €4.0M | €5.3M | +25% |
| #19 | Giovanni Bonfanti Pisa Sporting Club | 22 | 4 | €4.5M | €6.0M | +25% |
| #20 | Mariano Troilo Parma Calcio 1913 | 22 | 4 | €6.5M | €8.7M | +25% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Hellas Verona's Tobias Slotsager has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 58.0. That means Tobias Slotsager has 19% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is AC Milan's David Odogu with a 58.0 RAU (19% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Matías Pérez of US Lecce with a 46.3 RAU (15% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 58.0 means the upside is 58.0× 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 | Tobias Slotsager Hellas Verona | €2.4M | €2.1M-2.7M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #2 | David Odogu AC Milan | €6.0M | €5.1M-6.8M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #3 | Matías Pérez US Lecce | €573K | €494K-652K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #4 | Pietro Comuzzo ACF Fiorentina | €28.7M | €24.7M-32.6M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #5 | Tiago Gabriel US Lecce | €3.4M | €3.0M-3.9M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #6 | Juan Rodríguez Cagliari Calcio | €3.4M | €3.0M-3.9M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #7 | Jacobo Ramón Como 1907 | €6.9M | €5.9M-7.8M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #8 | Giorgio Scalvini Atalanta BC | €38.6M | €33.9M-43.2M | +10% | 38.4 |
| #9 | Mikayil Faye US Cremonese | €6.6M | €5.7M-7.5M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #10 | Saba Goglichidze Udinese Calcio | €6.6M | €5.7M-7.5M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #11 | Luca Marianucci SSC Napoli | €8.3M | €7.1M-9.4M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #12 | Sebastian Otoa Genoa CFC | €2.2M | €1.9M-2.5M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #13 | Mateus Lusuardi Pisa Sporting Club | €882K | €760K-1.0M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #14 | Alessandro Bastoni Inter Milan | €85.7M | €75.4M-96.0M | +7% | 27.8 |
| #15 | Alessandro Buongiorno SSC Napoli | €53.6M | €47.2M-60.0M | +7% | 27.8 |
| #16 | Alessandro Marcandalli Genoa CFC | €2.1M | €1.9M-2.4M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #17 | Mattia Viti ACF Fiorentina | €4.8M | €4.2M-5.4M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #18 | Thomas Kristensen Udinese Calcio | €9.6M | €8.5M-10.8M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #19 | Abdoulaye Ndiaye Parma Calcio 1913 | €7.5M | €6.6M-8.4M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #20 | Koni De Winter AC Milan | €23.6M | €20.7M-26.4M | +7% | 27.5 |
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: centre-back 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)
Inter Milan's Alessandro Bastoni in the 24-26 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +19.6%. That means Alessandro Bastoni captures 43.1% of total market value while representing only 23.5% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is AC Milan's Matteo Gabbia with a +19.6% ASC (43.1% value share vs 23.5% player share in 24-26 bracket). Third is Enzo Ebosse of Hellas Verona with a +19.6% ASC (43.1% value vs 23.5% players in 24-26 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +19.6% ASC means the player captures 19.6% 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 | Alessandro Bastoni Inter Milan | 24-26 | 43.1% | 23.5% | +19.6% |
| #2 | Matteo Gabbia AC Milan | 24-26 | 43.1% | 23.5% | +19.6% |
| #3 | Enzo Ebosse Hellas Verona | 24-26 | 43.1% | 23.5% | +19.6% |
| #4 | Sebastian Walukiewicz US Sassuolo | 24-26 | 43.1% | 23.5% | +19.6% |
| #5 | Luca Ranieri ACF Fiorentina | 24-26 | 43.1% | 23.5% | +19.6% |
| #6 | Simone Canestrelli Pisa Sporting Club | 24-26 | 43.1% | 23.5% | +19.6% |
| #7 | Leo Østigård Genoa CFC | 24-26 | 43.1% | 23.5% | +19.6% |
| #8 | Evan Ndicka AS Roma | 24-26 | 43.1% | 23.5% | +19.6% |
| #9 | Alessandro Buongiorno SSC Napoli | 24-26 | 43.1% | 23.5% | +19.6% |
| #10 | Cas Odenthal US Sassuolo | 24-26 | 43.1% | 23.5% | +19.6% |
| #11 | Perr Schuurs Torino FC | 24-26 | 43.1% | 23.5% | +19.6% |
| #12 | Yann Bisseck Inter Milan | 24-26 | 43.1% | 23.5% | +19.6% |
| #13 | Oumar Solet Udinese Calcio | 24-26 | 43.1% | 23.5% | +19.6% |
| #14 | Armel Bella-Kotchap Hellas Verona | 24-26 | 43.1% | 23.5% | +19.6% |
| #15 | Isak Hien Atalanta BC | 24-26 | 43.1% | 23.5% | +19.6% |
| #16 | Jay Idzes US Sassuolo | 24-26 | 43.1% | 23.5% | +19.6% |
| #17 | Strahinja Pavlović AC Milan | 24-26 | 43.1% | 23.5% | +19.6% |
| #18 | Pierre Kalulu Juventus FC | 24-26 | 43.1% | 23.5% | +19.6% |
| #19 | Saúl Coco Torino FC | 24-26 | 43.1% | 23.5% | +19.6% |
| #20 | Mario Gila SS Lazio | 24-26 | 43.1% | 23.5% | +19.6% |
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, 26 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 41 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 €80.0M. 2 undervalued, 1 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Matías Pérez US Lecce | €500K | €6.0M | -2.50 | Undervalued |
Lautaro Valenti Parma Calcio 1913 | €1.5M | €6.0M | -1.80 | Undervalued |
Gianluca Mancini AS Roma | €15.0M | €6.0M | -1.29 | Good Value |
Mateus Lusuardi Pisa Sporting Club | €800K | €6.0M | -1.10 | Good Value |
Kevin Bonifazi Bologna FC 1909 | €300K | €6.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Alessandro Buongiorno SSC Napoli | €50.0M | €6.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Tobias Slotsager Hellas Verona | €2.0M | €6.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
David Odogu AC Milan | €5.0M | €6.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Lloyd Kelly Juventus FC | €18.0M | €6.0M | -0.86 | Good Value |
Arturo Calabresi Pisa Sporting Club | €700K | €6.0M | -0.85 | Good Value |
Filippo Romagna US Sassuolo | €800K | €6.0M | -0.81 | Good Value |
Enzo Ebosse Hellas Verona | €2.0M | €6.0M | -0.80 | Good Value |
Gaby Jean US Lecce | €2.0M | €6.0M | -0.80 | Good Value |
Saba Sazonov Torino FC | €1.5M | €6.0M | -0.75 | Good Value |
Antonio Caracciolo Pisa Sporting Club | €350K | €6.0M | -0.75 | Good Value |
Federico Ceccherini US Cremonese | €400K | €6.0M | -0.73 | Good Value |
Danilo D'Ambrosio AC Monza | €700K | €6.0M | -0.59 | Good Value |
Christian Kabasele Udinese Calcio | €700K | €6.0M | -0.59 | Good Value |
Stefan de Vrij Inter Milan | €5.0M | €6.0M | -0.57 | Good Value |
Fikayo Tomori AC Milan | €20.0M | €6.0M | -0.57 | Good Value |