Best Right-Backs in the Serie A (Mar 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Serie A Right-Backs 2023-24
Our database tracked 43 Serie A Right-Backs in the 2023-24 season, representing 18 clubs with a combined market value of €227.4M. The average market value for Serie A Right-Backs was €5.3M, with the average age at 27.0 years old.
The most valuable right-back in the Serie A was Denzel Dumfries, worth €35.0M and played for Inter Milan at 29 years old. The top 5 Right-Backs averaged €21.4M in market value, including Wesley and Dodô.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked right-back was Buba Sangaré (18 years, AS Roma, €1.0M), while the oldest was Lorenzo De Silvestri (37 years, Bologna FC 1909, €800K). Research shows Right-Backs typically peak at age 27.
Historical analysis showed 20 Right-Backs (47%) 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 Right-Backs remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2023-24 season.
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Explore Market Size by Position in Serie A
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Serie A Right-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 18 clubs with €227.4M combined value.
Age Distribution: Serie A Right-Backs
The Serie A RB market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (13 players, 30% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €71.6M, averaging €5.5M per player.
Top Right-Backs by Age Bracket
U21 Years (1 players)
21-23 Years (13 players)
24-26 Years (11 players)
27-29 Years (5 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 5 Right-Backs (12% of players) control €107.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with premium (€30-50m) tier representing 2% of the Serie A RB pool.
Premium (€30-50M)
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Club Distribution: Serie A Right-Backs
Among 18 Serie A clubs, AS Roma leads with 4 Right-Backs worth €42.0M (averaging €10.5M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 63% of tracked Right-Backs.
AS Roma (4 Right-Backs)
Inter Milan (2 Right-Backs)
ACF Fiorentina (2 Right-Backs)
Bologna FC 1909 (3 Right-Backs)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Denzel Dumfries
Inter Milan • 29 years old
€45.2M
€35.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €30.2M
83.5
Wesley
AS Roma • 22 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €26.5M
76.2
Dodô
ACF Fiorentina • 27 years old
€25.4M
€24.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €21.0M
75.0
Giovanni Di Lorenzo
SSC Napoli • 32 years old
€15.5M
€12.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €10.5M
66.9
Tariq Lamptey
ACF Fiorentina • 25 years old
€9.5M
€11.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €10.8M
65.6
Devyne Rensch
AS Roma • 23 years old
€8.6M
€10.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €10.7M
61.8
Brooke Norton-Cuffy
Genoa CFC • 22 years old
€8.6M
€10.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €10.6M
61.2
Marco Palestra
Cagliari Calcio • 21 years old
€7.4M
€8.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €9.4M
58.6
Emil Holm
Bologna FC 1909 • 25 years old
€6.9M
€8.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €7.8M
58.1
Nadir Zortea
Bologna FC 1909 • 26 years old
€6.1M
€7.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €7.2M
55.9
Enrico Delprato
Parma Calcio 1913 • 26 years old
€5.6M
€6.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.7M
55.0
Zeki Çelik
AS Roma • 29 years old
€7.7M
€6.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €5.0M
54.4
Alessandro Zanoli
Udinese Calcio • 25 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.9M
52.2
Valentino Lazaro
Torino FC • 29 years old
€5.8M
€4.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €3.7M
50.8
Ignace Van der Brempt
Como 1907 • 23 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.3M
50.4
Gabriele Zappa
Cagliari Calcio • 26 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.1M
49.0
Rafik Belghali
Hellas Verona • 23 years old
€3.0M
€3.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.7M
48.7
Adam Marusic
SS Lazio • 33 years old
€4.5M
€3.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €3.1M
48.1
Filippo Terracciano
US Cremonese • 23 years old
€2.8M
€3.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.4M
47.6
Mërgim Vojvoda
Como 1907 • 31 years old
€3.9M
€3.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.5M
42.3
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)
AS Roma's Wesley at 22 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 7.81×. That means Wesley is valued 7.81× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is AS Roma's Devyne Rensch, who is 23 years old, with a 3.13× PPVE. Third is Brooke Norton-Cuffy of Genoa CFC, who is 22 years old with a 3.13× 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 7.81× means the player is worth 681% 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 | Wesley AS Roma | 22 | 21-23 | €25.0M | €3.2M | 7.81× |
| #2 | Devyne Rensch AS Roma | 23 | 21-23 | €10.0M | €3.2M | 3.13× |
| #3 | Brooke Norton-Cuffy Genoa CFC | 22 | 21-23 | €10.0M | €3.2M | 3.13× |
| #4 | Marco Palestra Cagliari Calcio | 21 | 21-23 | €8.5M | €3.2M | 2.66× |
| #5 | Tariq Lamptey ACF Fiorentina | 25 | 24-26 | €11.0M | €5.0M | 2.20× |
| #6 | Emil Holm Bologna FC 1909 | 25 | 24-26 | €8.0M | €5.0M | 1.60× |
| #7 | Ignace Van der Brempt Como 1907 | 23 | 21-23 | €4.0M | €3.2M | 1.25× |
| #8 | Rafik Belghali Hellas Verona | 23 | 21-23 | €3.5M | €3.2M | 1.09× |
| #9 | Alessandro Zanoli Udinese Calcio | 25 | 24-26 | €5.0M | €5.0M | 1.00× |
| #10 | Filippo Terracciano US Cremonese | 23 | 21-23 | €3.2M | €3.2M | 1.00× |
| #11 | Buba Sangaré AS Roma | 18 | U21 | €1.0M | €1.0M | 1.00× |
| #12 | Tommaso Barbieri US Cremonese | 23 | 21-23 | €2.5M | €3.2M | 0.78× |
| #13 | Romano Floriani Mussolini US Cremonese | 23 | 21-23 | €2.0M | €3.2M | 0.63× |
| #14 | Marcus Pedersen Torino FC | 25 | 24-26 | €3.0M | €5.0M | 0.60× |
| #15 | Ivan Smolcic Como 1907 | 25 | 24-26 | €1.8M | €5.0M | 0.36× |
| #16 | Danilo Veiga US Lecce | 23 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €3.2M | 0.31× |
| #17 | Ali Dembélé Torino FC | 22 | 21-23 | €900K | €3.2M | 0.28× |
| #18 | Daniel Oyegoke Hellas Verona | 23 | 21-23 | €500K | €3.2M | 0.16× |
| #19 | Yeferson Paz US Sassuolo | 23 | 21-23 | €450K | €3.2M | 0.14× |
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)
AS Roma's Buba Sangaré at 18 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +44%. That means Buba Sangaré is projected to appreciate 44% as they reach their peak age in 8 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Cagliari Calcio's Marco Palestra, who is 21 years old, with a +30% RPP (5 years to peak). Third is Brooke Norton-Cuffy of Genoa CFC, who is 22 years old with a +25% RPP (4 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 44% RPP means the player is expected to gain 44% 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 | Buba Sangaré AS Roma | 18 | 8 | €1.0M | €1.8M | +44% |
| #2 | Marco Palestra Cagliari Calcio | 21 | 5 | €8.5M | €12.2M | +30% |
| #3 | Brooke Norton-Cuffy Genoa CFC | 22 | 4 | €10.0M | €13.4M | +25% |
| #4 | Ali Dembélé Torino FC | 22 | 4 | €900K | €1.2M | +25% |
| #5 | Wesley AS Roma | 22 | 4 | €25.0M | €33.4M | +25% |
| #6 | Devyne Rensch AS Roma | 23 | 3 | €10.0M | €12.4M | +20% |
| #7 | Tommaso Barbieri US Cremonese | 23 | 3 | €2.5M | €3.1M | +20% |
| #8 | Ignace Van der Brempt Como 1907 | 23 | 3 | €4.0M | €5.0M | +20% |
| #9 | Daniel Oyegoke Hellas Verona | 23 | 3 | €500K | €622K | +20% |
| #10 | Yeferson Paz US Sassuolo | 23 | 3 | €450K | €559K | +20% |
| #11 | Romano Floriani Mussolini US Cremonese | 23 | 3 | €2.0M | €2.5M | +20% |
| #12 | Danilo Veiga US Lecce | 23 | 3 | €1.0M | €1.2M | +20% |
| #13 | Filippo Terracciano US Cremonese | 23 | 3 | €3.2M | €4.0M | +20% |
| #14 | Rafik Belghali Hellas Verona | 23 | 3 | €3.5M | €4.4M | +20% |
| #15 | Alessandro Zanoli Udinese Calcio | 25 | 1 | €5.0M | €5.4M | +7% |
| #16 | Emil Holm Bologna FC 1909 | 25 | 1 | €8.0M | €8.6M | +7% |
| #17 | Marcus Pedersen Torino FC | 25 | 1 | €3.0M | €3.2M | +7% |
| #18 | Ivan Smolcic Como 1907 | 25 | 1 | €1.8M | €1.9M | +7% |
| #19 | Tariq Lamptey ACF Fiorentina | 25 | 1 | €11.0M | €11.8M | +7% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
AS Roma's Buba Sangaré has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 68.9. That means Buba Sangaré has 23% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Cagliari Calcio's Marco Palestra with a 33.7 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Ignace Van der Brempt of Como 1907 with a 27.5 RAU (7% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 68.9 means the upside is 68.9× 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 | Buba Sangaré AS Roma | €1.2M | €1.1M-1.4M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #2 | Marco Palestra Cagliari Calcio | €9.4M | €8.1M-10.7M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #3 | Ignace Van der Brempt Como 1907 | €4.3M | €3.8M-4.8M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #4 | Daniel Oyegoke Hellas Verona | €535K | €471K-600K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #5 | Romano Floriani Mussolini US Cremonese | €2.1M | €1.9M-2.4M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #6 | Danilo Veiga US Lecce | €1.1M | €942K-1.2M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #7 | Devyne Rensch AS Roma | €10.7M | €9.4M-12.0M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #8 | Tommaso Barbieri US Cremonese | €2.7M | €2.4M-3.0M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #9 | Rafik Belghali Hellas Verona | €3.7M | €3.3M-4.2M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #10 | Yeferson Paz US Sassuolo | €482K | €424K-540K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #11 | Filippo Terracciano US Cremonese | €3.4M | €3.0M-3.8M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #12 | Wesley AS Roma | €26.5M | €23.3M-29.6M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #13 | Brooke Norton-Cuffy Genoa CFC | €10.6M | €9.3M-11.9M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #14 | Ali Dembélé Torino FC | €953K | €838K-1.1M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #15 | Nadir Zortea Bologna FC 1909 | €7.2M | €6.3M-8.1M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #16 | Enrico Delprato Parma Calcio 1913 | €6.7M | €5.9M-7.5M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #17 | Alessandro Di Pardo Cagliari Calcio | €824K | €725K-923K | +3% | 12.0 |
| #18 | Gabriele Zappa Cagliari Calcio | €4.1M | €3.6M-4.6M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #19 | Woyo Coulibaly US Sassuolo | €2.1M | €1.8M-2.3M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #20 | Rui Modesto Udinese Calcio | €2.1M | €1.8M-2.3M | +3% | 12.0 |
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: right-back 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)
Torino FC's Valentino Lazaro in the 27-29 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +19.4%. That means Denzel Dumfries captures 31.0% of total market value while representing only 11.6% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is AS Roma's Zeki Çelik with a +19.4% ASC (31.0% value share vs 11.6% player share in 27-29 bracket). Third is Denzel Dumfries of Inter Milan with a +19.4% ASC (31.0% value vs 11.6% players in 27-29 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +19.4% ASC means the player captures 19.4% 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 | Valentino Lazaro Torino FC | 27-29 | 31.0% | 11.6% | +19.4% |
| #2 | Zeki Çelik AS Roma | 27-29 | 31.0% | 11.6% | +19.4% |
| #3 | Denzel Dumfries Inter Milan | 27-29 | 31.0% | 11.6% | +19.4% |
| #4 | Junior Sambia Without Club | 27-29 | 31.0% | 11.6% | +19.4% |
| #5 | Dodô ACF Fiorentina | 27-29 | 31.0% | 11.6% | +19.4% |
| #6 | Alessandro Florenzi AC Milan | 30+ | 14.6% | 30.2% | -15.6% |
| #7 | Stefano Sabelli Genoa CFC | 30+ | 14.6% | 30.2% | -15.6% |
| #8 | Giovanni Di Lorenzo SSC Napoli | 30+ | 14.6% | 30.2% | -15.6% |
| #9 | Elseid Hysaj SS Lazio | 30+ | 14.6% | 30.2% | -15.6% |
| #10 | Adam Marusic SS Lazio | 30+ | 14.6% | 30.2% | -15.6% |
| #11 | Pasquale Mazzocchi SSC Napoli | 30+ | 14.6% | 30.2% | -15.6% |
| #12 | Kingsley Ehizibue Udinese Calcio | 30+ | 14.6% | 30.2% | -15.6% |
| #13 | Lorenzo De Silvestri Bologna FC 1909 | 30+ | 14.6% | 30.2% | -15.6% |
| #14 | Mërgim Vojvoda Como 1907 | 30+ | 14.6% | 30.2% | -15.6% |
| #15 | Frédéric Guilbert US Lecce | 30+ | 14.6% | 30.2% | -15.6% |
| #16 | Matteo Darmian Inter Milan | 30+ | 14.6% | 30.2% | -15.6% |
| #17 | Davide Faraoni Without Club | 30+ | 14.6% | 30.2% | -15.6% |
| #18 | Mattia De Sciglio Without Club | 30+ | 14.6% | 30.2% | -15.6% |
| #19 | Gabriele Zappa Cagliari Calcio | 24-26 | 22.5% | 25.6% | -3.1% |
| #20 | Enrico Delprato Parma Calcio 1913 | 24-26 | 22.5% | 25.6% | -3.1% |
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: 1 immediate targets, 13 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 12 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 €1.4M. 0 undervalued, 2 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Alessandro Zanoli Udinese Calcio | €5.0M | €2.5M | -1.33 | Good Value |
Junior Sambia Without Club | €1.0M | €2.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Alessandro Di Pardo Cagliari Calcio | €800K | €2.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Marco Palestra Cagliari Calcio | €8.5M | €2.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Yeferson Paz US Sassuolo | €450K | €2.5M | -0.67 | Good Value |
Daniel Oyegoke Hellas Verona | €500K | €2.5M | -0.65 | Good Value |
Ali Dembélé Torino FC | €900K | €2.5M | -0.48 | Fair Value |
Lorenzo De Silvestri Bologna FC 1909 | €800K | €2.5M | -0.47 | Fair Value |
Davide Faraoni Without Club | €800K | €2.5M | -0.47 | Fair Value |
Mattia De Sciglio Without Club | €800K | €2.5M | -0.47 | Fair Value |
Danilo Veiga US Lecce | €1.0M | €2.5M | -0.43 | Fair Value |
Alessandro Florenzi AC Milan | €1.0M | €2.5M | -0.33 | Fair Value |
Frédéric Guilbert US Lecce | €1.0M | €2.5M | -0.33 | Fair Value |
Enrico Delprato Parma Calcio 1913 | €6.5M | €2.5M | -0.33 | Fair Value |
Ivan Smolcic Como 1907 | €1.8M | €2.5M | -0.17 | Fair Value |
Stefano Sabelli Genoa CFC | €1.4M | €2.5M | -0.07 | Fair Value |
Giovanni Di Lorenzo SSC Napoli | €12.0M | €2.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Valentino Lazaro Torino FC | €4.5M | €2.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Elseid Hysaj SS Lazio | €1.5M | €2.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Zeki Çelik AS Roma | €6.0M | €2.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |