Best Centre-Backs in the Süper Lig (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Market Overview: Süper Lig Centre-Backs 2024-25
Our database tracked 67 Süper Lig Centre-Backs in the 2024-25 season, representing 18 clubs with a combined market value of €168.7M. The average market value for Süper Lig Centre-Backs was €2.5M, with the average age at 28 years old.
The most valuable centre-back in the Süper Lig was Davinson Sánchez, worth €18.0M and played for Galatasaray at 29 years old. The top 5 Centre-Backs averaged €12.2M in market value, including Jayden Oosterwolde and Milan Škriniar.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked centre-back was Arda Ünyay (19 years, Galatasaray, €1.0M), while the oldest was Stefan Savic (35 years, Trabzonspor, €700K). Research shows Centre-Backs typically peak at age 27.
Historical analysis showed 19 Centre-Backs (28%) increased in market value over the following 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, then-current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Süper Lig market for Centre-Backs remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2024-25 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 Süper Lig
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Süper Lig Centre-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 18 clubs with €168.7M combined value.
Age Distribution: Süper Lig Centre-Backs
The Süper Lig CB market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 30+ bracket (24 players, 36% of market). The 27-29 age group holds the most value at €57.2M, averaging €2.7M per player.
Top Centre-Backs by Age Bracket
U21 Years (5 players)
21-23 Years (7 players)
24-26 Years (10 players)
27-29 Years (21 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 7 Centre-Backs (10% of players) control €73.5M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with high (€15-30m) tier representing 3% of the Süper Lig CB pool.
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Süper Lig Centre-Backs
Among 18 Süper Lig clubs, Fenerbahce leads with 4 Centre-Backs worth €35.0M (averaging €8.8M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 57% of tracked Centre-Backs.
Fenerbahce (4 Centre-Backs)
Galatasaray (3 Centre-Backs)
Besiktas JK (3 Centre-Backs)
Basaksehir FK (4 Centre-Backs)
Player Rankings
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Davinson Sánchez
Galatasaray • 29 years old
€23.2M
€18.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €14.9M
71.3
Jayden Oosterwolde
Fenerbahce • 25 years old
€13.8M
€16.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €15.6M
70.0
Milan Škriniar
Fenerbahce • 31 years old
€14.2M
€11.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €9.1M
65.4
Arseniy Batagov
Trabzonspor • 24 years old
€7.8M
€9.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €9.2M
59.7
Tiago Djaló
Besiktas JK • 26 years old
€6.1M
€7.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €7.2M
55.6
Abdülkerim Bardakcı
Galatasaray • 31 years old
€8.4M
€6.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €5.4M
55.3
Çağlar Söyüncü
Fenerbahce • 30 years old
€7.7M
€6.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €5.0M
54.2
Taha Altıkardeş
Göztepe • 22 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.3M
52.3
Felix Uduokhai
Besiktas JK • 28 years old
€6.5M
€5.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €4.4M
51.7
Jerome Opoku
Basaksehir FK • 27 years old
€5.3M
€5.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €4.4M
51.6
Yasin Özcan
Besiktas JK • 20 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.7M
51.0
Rick van Drongelen
Samsunspor • 27 years old
€4.2M
€4.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €3.5M
48.8
Toni Borevković
Samsunspor • 28 years old
€4.5M
€3.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €3.1M
47.2
Malcom Bokele
Göztepe • 26 years old
€3.0M
€3.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.6M
47.0
Adamo Nagalo
Konyaspor • 23 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.2M
42.9
Rodrigo Becão
Kasimpasa • 30 years old
€3.9M
€3.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.5M
41.9
Riechedly Bazoer
Konyaspor • 29 years old
€3.6M
€2.8M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.3M
41.0
Botond Balogh
Kocaelispor • 24 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.6M
40.2
Léo Duarte
Basaksehir FK • 29 years old
€3.2M
€2.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.1M
39.6
Hrvoje Smolcic
Kocaelispor • 25 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.0M
36.9
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)
Fenerbahce's Jayden Oosterwolde at 25 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 6.40×. That means Jayden Oosterwolde is valued 6.40× higher than the median player in the 24-26 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Besiktas JK's Yasin Özcan, who is 20 years old, with a 5.00× PPVE. Third is Arseniy Batagov of Trabzonspor, who is 24 years old with a 3.60× 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 6.40× means the player is worth 540% 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 | Jayden Oosterwolde Fenerbahce | 25 | 24-26 | €16.0M | €2.5M | 6.40× |
| #2 | Yasin Özcan Besiktas JK | 20 | U21 | €5.0M | €1.0M | 5.00× |
| #3 | Arseniy Batagov Trabzonspor | 24 | 24-26 | €9.0M | €2.5M | 3.60× |
| #4 | Taha Altıkardeş Göztepe | 22 | 21-23 | €5.0M | €1.5M | 3.33× |
| #5 | Adamo Nagalo Konyaspor | 23 | 21-23 | €3.0M | €1.5M | 2.00× |
| #6 | Hamza Güreler Basaksehir FK | 20 | U21 | €2.0M | €1.0M | 2.00× |
| #7 | Yiğit Efe Demir Fenerbahce | 21 | 21-23 | €2.0M | €1.5M | 1.33× |
| #8 | Arda Ünyay Galatasaray | 19 | U21 | €1.0M | €1.0M | 1.00× |
| #9 | Botond Balogh Kocaelispor | 24 | 24-26 | €2.5M | €2.5M | 1.00× |
| #10 | Ümit Akdağ Alanyaspor | 22 | 21-23 | €1.5M | €1.5M | 1.00× |
| #11 | Hrvoje Smolcic Kocaelispor | 25 | 24-26 | €2.0M | €2.5M | 0.80× |
| #12 | Nuno Lima Alanyaspor | 25 | 24-26 | €1.5M | €2.5M | 0.60× |
| #13 | Emir Ortakaya Caykur Rizespor | 21 | 21-23 | €700K | €1.5M | 0.47× |
| #14 | Taylan Aydın Kasimpasa | 20 | U21 | €300K | €1.0M | 0.30× |
| #15 | Bedirhan Çetin Samsunspor | 19 | U21 | €150K | €1.0M | 0.15× |
| #16 | Anıl Yiğit Çınar Fatih Karagümrük | 22 | 21-23 | €200K | €1.5M | 0.13× |
| #17 | Bedirhan Özyurt Alanyaspor | 23 | 21-23 | €150K | €1.5M | 0.10× |
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)
Samsunspor's Bedirhan Çetin at 19 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +40%. That means Arda Ünyay is projected to appreciate 40% as they reach their peak age in 7 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Galatasaray's Arda Ünyay, who is 19 years old, with a +40% RPP (7 years to peak). Third is Yasin Özcan of Besiktas JK, 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 | Bedirhan Çetin Samsunspor | 19 | 7 | €150K | €249K | +40% |
| #2 | Arda Ünyay Galatasaray | 19 | 7 | €1.0M | €1.7M | +40% |
| #3 | Yasin Özcan Besiktas JK | 20 | 6 | €5.0M | €7.7M | +35% |
| #4 | Hamza Güreler Basaksehir FK | 20 | 6 | €2.0M | €3.1M | +35% |
| #5 | Taylan Aydın Kasimpasa | 20 | 6 | €300K | €464K | +35% |
| #6 | Emir Ortakaya Caykur Rizespor | 21 | 5 | €700K | €1.0M | +30% |
| #7 | Yiğit Efe Demir Fenerbahce | 21 | 5 | €2.0M | €2.9M | +30% |
| #8 | Taha Altıkardeş Göztepe | 22 | 4 | €5.0M | €6.7M | +25% |
| #9 | Anıl Yiğit Çınar Fatih Karagümrük | 22 | 4 | €200K | €267K | +25% |
| #10 | Ümit Akdağ Alanyaspor | 22 | 4 | €1.5M | €2.0M | +25% |
| #11 | Adamo Nagalo Konyaspor | 23 | 3 | €3.0M | €3.7M | +20% |
| #12 | Bedirhan Özyurt Alanyaspor | 23 | 3 | €150K | €186K | +20% |
| #13 | Arseniy Batagov Trabzonspor | 24 | 2 | €9.0M | €10.4M | +14% |
| #14 | Botond Balogh Kocaelispor | 24 | 2 | €2.5M | €2.9M | +14% |
| #15 | Hrvoje Smolcic Kocaelispor | 25 | 1 | €2.0M | €2.2M | +7% |
| #16 | Jayden Oosterwolde Fenerbahce | 25 | 1 | €16.0M | €17.2M | +7% |
| #17 | Nuno Lima Alanyaspor | 25 | 1 | €1.5M | €1.6M | +7% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Samsunspor's Bedirhan Çetin has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 58.0. That means Bedirhan Çetin has 19% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Galatasaray's Arda Ünyay with a 58.0 RAU (19% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Hamza Güreler of Basaksehir FK 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 | Bedirhan Çetin Samsunspor | €179K | €154K-203K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #2 | Arda Ünyay Galatasaray | €1.2M | €1.0M-1.4M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #3 | Hamza Güreler Basaksehir FK | €2.3M | €2.0M-2.6M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #4 | Taylan Aydın Kasimpasa | €344K | €297K-391K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #5 | Yasin Özcan Besiktas JK | €5.7M | €4.9M-6.5M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #6 | Emir Ortakaya Caykur Rizespor | €772K | €665K-878K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #7 | Yiğit Efe Demir Fenerbahce | €2.2M | €1.9M-2.5M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #8 | Bedirhan Özyurt Alanyaspor | €161K | €141K-180K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #9 | Adamo Nagalo Konyaspor | €3.2M | €2.8M-3.6M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #10 | Anıl Yiğit Çınar Fatih Karagümrük | €212K | €186K-237K | +6% | 23.0 |
| #11 | Ümit Akdağ Alanyaspor | €1.6M | €1.4M-1.8M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #12 | Taha Altıkardeş Göztepe | €5.3M | €4.7M-5.9M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #13 | Tiago Djaló Besiktas JK | €7.2M | €6.3M-8.1M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #14 | Malcom Bokele Göztepe | €3.6M | €3.2M-4.0M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #15 | Attila Mocsi Caykur Rizespor | €2.1M | €1.8M-2.3M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #16 | Furkan Bayır Göztepe | €1.5M | €1.4M-1.7M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #17 | Tayyip Talha Sanuç Gaziantep FK | €1.9M | €1.6M-2.1M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #18 | Arseniy Batagov Trabzonspor | €9.2M | €8.1M-10.3M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #19 | Botond Balogh Kocaelispor | €2.6M | €2.3M-2.9M | +2% | 9.8 |
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 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)
Besiktas JK's Tiago Djaló in the 24-26 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +12.8%. That means Jayden Oosterwolde captures 27.7% of total market value while representing only 14.9% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.
In second is Gaziantep FK's Tayyip Talha Sanuç with a +12.8% ASC (27.7% value share vs 14.9% player share in 24-26 bracket). Third is Attila Mocsi of Caykur Rizespor with a +12.8% ASC (27.7% value vs 14.9% players in 24-26 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +12.8% ASC means the player captures 12.8% 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 | Tiago Djaló Besiktas JK | 24-26 | 27.7% | 14.9% | +12.8% |
| #2 | Tayyip Talha Sanuç Gaziantep FK | 24-26 | 27.7% | 14.9% | +12.8% |
| #3 | Attila Mocsi Caykur Rizespor | 24-26 | 27.7% | 14.9% | +12.8% |
| #4 | Botond Balogh Kocaelispor | 24-26 | 27.7% | 14.9% | +12.8% |
| #5 | Furkan Bayır Göztepe | 24-26 | 27.7% | 14.9% | +12.8% |
| #6 | Hrvoje Smolcic Kocaelispor | 24-26 | 27.7% | 14.9% | +12.8% |
| #7 | Jayden Oosterwolde Fenerbahce | 24-26 | 27.7% | 14.9% | +12.8% |
| #8 | Malcom Bokele Göztepe | 24-26 | 27.7% | 14.9% | +12.8% |
| #9 | Arseniy Batagov Trabzonspor | 24-26 | 27.7% | 14.9% | +12.8% |
| #10 | Nuno Lima Alanyaspor | 24-26 | 27.7% | 14.9% | +12.8% |
| #11 | Stefan Savic Trabzonspor | 30+ | 25.9% | 35.8% | -9.9% |
| #12 | Robin Yalçın Eyüpspor | 30+ | 25.9% | 35.8% | -9.9% |
| #13 | Nazım Sangaré Gaziantep FK | 30+ | 25.9% | 35.8% | -9.9% |
| #14 | Lubomir Satka Samsunspor | 30+ | 25.9% | 35.8% | -9.9% |
| #15 | Josip Calusic Konyaspor | 30+ | 25.9% | 35.8% | -9.9% |
| #16 | Luccas Claro Eyüpspor | 30+ | 25.9% | 35.8% | -9.9% |
| #17 | Fidan Aliti Alanyaspor | 30+ | 25.9% | 35.8% | -9.9% |
| #18 | Stefano Denswil Kayserispor | 30+ | 25.9% | 35.8% | -9.9% |
| #19 | Georgiy Dzhikiya Antalyaspor | 30+ | 25.9% | 35.8% | -9.9% |
| #20 | Dimitrios Goutas Genclerbirligi Ankara | 30+ | 25.9% | 35.8% | -9.9% |
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, 10 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 26 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 €18.0M. 0 undervalued, 3 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Jérôme Onguéné Eyüpspor | €150K | €1.5M | -1.35 | Good Value |
Hüseyin Türkmen Antalyaspor | €200K | €1.5M | -1.30 | Good Value |
Tiago Djaló Besiktas JK | €7.0M | €1.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Thalisson Genclerbirligi Ankara | €700K | €1.5M | -0.80 | Good Value |
Nazım Sangaré Gaziantep FK | €200K | €1.5M | -0.75 | Good Value |
Bahadır Öztürk Antalyaspor | €200K | €1.5M | -0.75 | Good Value |
Bedirhan Özyurt Alanyaspor | €150K | €1.5M | -0.75 | Good Value |
Anıl Yiğit Çınar Fatih Karagümrük | €200K | €1.5M | -0.72 | Good Value |
Josip Calusic Konyaspor | €300K | €1.5M | -0.63 | Good Value |
Luccas Claro Eyüpspor | €300K | €1.5M | -0.63 | Good Value |
Arda Kızıldağ Gaziantep FK | €900K | €1.5M | -0.60 | Good Value |
Davide Biraschi Fatih Karagümrük | €400K | €1.5M | -0.50 | Good Value |
Gideon Jung Kayserispor | €400K | €1.5M | -0.50 | Good Value |
Bedirhan Çetin Samsunspor | €150K | €1.5M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Majid Hosseini Kayserispor | €1.0M | €1.5M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Furkan Bayır Göztepe | €1.5M | €1.5M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Nuno Lima Alanyaspor | €1.5M | €1.5M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Emir Ortakaya Caykur Rizespor | €700K | €1.5M | -0.44 | Fair Value |
Taylan Aydın Kasimpasa | €300K | €1.5M | -0.41 | Fair Value |
Uğurcan Yazğılı Konyaspor | €1.2M | €1.5M | -0.30 | Fair Value |