Best Midfielders in the Süper Lig (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Market Overview: Süper Lig Midfielders 2022-23
Our database tracked 43 Süper Lig Midfielders in the 2022-23 season, representing 17 clubs with a combined market value of €127.9M. The average market value for Süper Lig Midfielders was €3.0M, with the average age at 28 years old.
The most valuable midfielder in the Süper Lig was Mattéo Guendouzi, worth €28.0M and played for Fenerbahce at 27 years old. The top 5 Midfielders averaged €14.2M in market value, including Orkun Kökçü and Fred.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked midfielder was Gökdeniz Gürpüz (20 years, Galatasaray, €250K), while the oldest was İlkay Gündoğan (35 years, Galatasaray, €3.5M). Research shows Midfielders typically peak at age 26-27.
Historical analysis showed 12 Midfielders (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 Midfielders remained actively developing with emerging talent 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 Süper Lig
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Süper Lig Midfielders. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 17 clubs with €127.9M combined value.
Age Distribution: Süper Lig Midfielders
The Süper Lig CM market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 27-29 bracket (14 players, 33% of market). The 27-29 age group holds the most value at €50.4M, averaging €3.6M per player.
Top Midfielders by Age Bracket
U21 Years (1 players)
21-23 Years (5 players)
24-26 Years (9 players)
27-29 Years (14 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 5 Midfielders (12% of players) control €71.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with high (€15-30m) tier representing 5% of the Süper Lig CM pool.
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Süper Lig Midfielders
Among 17 Süper Lig clubs, Fenerbahce leads with 2 Midfielders worth €35.0M (averaging €17.5M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 65% of tracked Midfielders.
Fenerbahce (2 Midfielders)
Besiktas JK (2 Midfielders)
Trabzonspor (3 Midfielders)
Caykur Rizespor (4 Midfielders)
Player Rankings
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Mattéo Guendouzi
Fenerbahce • 27 years old
€29.6M
€28.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €24.5M
76.6
Orkun Kökçü
Besiktas JK • 25 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €24.4M
75.6
Fred
Fenerbahce • 33 years old
€9.0M
€7.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €6.1M
56.4
Benjamin Bouchouari
Trabzonspor • 24 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.1M
54.7
Tim Jabol-Folcarelli
Trabzonspor • 26 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.1M
51.5
İlkay Gündoğan
Galatasaray • 35 years old
€4.5M
€3.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €3.1M
48.0
Drissa Camara
Gaziantep FK • 24 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.1M
42.4
Qazim Laci
Caykur Rizespor • 30 years old
€3.9M
€3.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.5M
41.9
Miguel Crespo
Basaksehir FK • 29 years old
€3.9M
€3.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.5M
41.8
László Bénes
Kayserispor • 28 years old
€3.9M
€3.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.6M
41.7
Olivier Ntcham
Samsunspor • 30 years old
€3.6M
€2.8M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.3M
41.1
Olivier Kemen
Basaksehir FK • 29 years old
€3.2M
€2.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.1M
39.6
Berkan Kutlu
Konyaspor • 28 years old
€3.2M
€2.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.2M
39.4
Juninho Bacuna
Gaziantep FK • 28 years old
€2.8M
€2.2M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.9M
37.9
Ibrahim Olawoyin
Caykur Rizespor • 28 years old
€2.8M
€2.2M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.9M
37.9
Umut Güneş
Basaksehir FK • 26 years old
€1.9M
€2.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.3M
37.6
Habib Keïta
Kocaelispor • 24 years old
€1.6M
€1.8M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.8M
36.1
Melih İbrahimoğlu
Konyaspor • 25 years old
€1.6M
€1.8M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.8M
35.6
Berkay Özcan
Fatih Karagümrük • 28 years old
€2.3M
€1.8M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.6M
35.4
Joseph Nonge
Kocaelispor • 21 years old
€1.6M
€1.8M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.0M
35.3
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)
Besiktas JK's Orkun Kökçü at 25 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 13.89×. That means Orkun Kökçü is valued 13.89× higher than the median player in the 24-26 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Trabzonspor's Benjamin Bouchouari, who is 24 years old, with a 3.33× PPVE. Third is Muhamed Buljubasic of Caykur Rizespor, who is 21 years old with a 1.80× 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 13.89× means the player is worth 1289% 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 | Orkun Kökçü Besiktas JK | 25 | 24-26 | €25.0M | €1.8M | 13.89× |
| #2 | Benjamin Bouchouari Trabzonspor | 24 | 24-26 | €6.0M | €1.8M | 3.33× |
| #3 | Muhamed Buljubasic Caykur Rizespor | 21 | 21-23 | €1.8M | €1.0M | 1.80× |
| #4 | Joseph Nonge Kocaelispor | 21 | 21-23 | €1.8M | €1.0M | 1.80× |
| #5 | Drissa Camara Gaziantep FK | 24 | 24-26 | €3.0M | €1.8M | 1.67× |
| #6 | Melih İbrahimoğlu Konyaspor | 25 | 24-26 | €1.8M | €1.8M | 1.00× |
| #7 | Eyüp Aydın Samsunspor | 21 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €1.0M | 1.00× |
| #8 | Habib Keïta Kocaelispor | 24 | 24-26 | €1.8M | €1.8M | 1.00× |
| #9 | Gökdeniz Gürpüz Galatasaray | 20 | U21 | €250K | €250K | 1.00× |
| #10 | Franco Tongya Genclerbirligi Ankara | 24 | 24-26 | €1.0M | €1.8M | 0.56× |
| #11 | Samed Onur Genclerbirligi Ankara | 23 | 21-23 | €500K | €1.0M | 0.50× |
| #12 | İzzet Çelik Alanyaspor | 21 | 21-23 | €300K | €1.0M | 0.30× |
| #13 | Enes Keskin Alanyaspor | 25 | 24-26 | €400K | €1.8M | 0.22× |
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)
Galatasaray's Gökdeniz Gürpüz at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +35%. That means Gökdeniz Gürpüz is projected to appreciate 35% as they reach their peak age in 6 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Samsunspor's Eyüp Aydın, who is 21 years old, with a +30% RPP (5 years to peak). Third is Muhamed Buljubasic of Caykur Rizespor, who is 21 years old with a +30% RPP (5 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 35% RPP means the player is expected to gain 35% 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 | Gökdeniz Gürpüz Galatasaray | 20 | 6 | €250K | €386K | +35% |
| #2 | Eyüp Aydın Samsunspor | 21 | 5 | €1.0M | €1.4M | +30% |
| #3 | Muhamed Buljubasic Caykur Rizespor | 21 | 5 | €1.8M | €2.6M | +30% |
| #4 | Joseph Nonge Kocaelispor | 21 | 5 | €1.8M | €2.6M | +30% |
| #5 | İzzet Çelik Alanyaspor | 21 | 5 | €300K | €431K | +30% |
| #6 | Samed Onur Genclerbirligi Ankara | 23 | 3 | €500K | €622K | +20% |
| #7 | Franco Tongya Genclerbirligi Ankara | 24 | 2 | €1.0M | €1.2M | +14% |
| #8 | Drissa Camara Gaziantep FK | 24 | 2 | €3.0M | €3.5M | +14% |
| #9 | Benjamin Bouchouari Trabzonspor | 24 | 2 | €6.0M | €6.9M | +14% |
| #10 | Habib Keïta Kocaelispor | 24 | 2 | €1.8M | €2.1M | +14% |
| #11 | Orkun Kökçü Besiktas JK | 25 | 1 | €25.0M | €26.9M | +7% |
| #12 | Melih İbrahimoğlu Konyaspor | 25 | 1 | €1.8M | €1.9M | +7% |
| #13 | Enes Keskin Alanyaspor | 25 | 1 | €400K | €430K | +7% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Galatasaray's Gökdeniz Gürpüz has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 46.3. That means Gökdeniz Gürpüz has 15% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Alanyaspor's İzzet Çelik with a 33.7 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Eyüp Aydın of Samsunspor with a 33.7 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 46.3 means the upside is 46.3× 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 | Gökdeniz Gürpüz Galatasaray | €287K | €247K-326K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #2 | İzzet Çelik Alanyaspor | €331K | €285K-376K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #3 | Eyüp Aydın Samsunspor | €1.1M | €950K-1.3M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #4 | Muhamed Buljubasic Caykur Rizespor | €2.0M | €1.7M-2.3M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #5 | Joseph Nonge Kocaelispor | €2.0M | €1.7M-2.3M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #6 | Samed Onur Genclerbirligi Ankara | €535K | €471K-600K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #7 | Tim Jabol-Folcarelli Trabzonspor | €5.1M | €4.5M-5.8M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #8 | Umut Güneş Basaksehir FK | €2.3M | €2.0M-2.5M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #9 | Habib Keïta Kocaelispor | €1.8M | €1.6M-2.1M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #10 | Drissa Camara Gaziantep FK | €3.1M | €2.7M-3.4M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #11 | Benjamin Bouchouari Trabzonspor | €6.1M | €5.4M-6.9M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #12 | Franco Tongya Genclerbirligi Ankara | €1.0M | €901K-1.1M | +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: midfielder 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)
Konyaspor's Melih İbrahimoğlu in the 24-26 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +15.2%. That means Orkun Kökçü captures 36.1% of total market value while representing only 20.9% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.
In second is Basaksehir FK's Umut Güneş with a +15.2% ASC (36.1% value share vs 20.9% player share in 24-26 bracket). Third is Orkun Kökçü of Besiktas JK with a +15.2% ASC (36.1% value vs 20.9% players in 24-26 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +15.2% ASC means the player captures 15.2% 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 | Melih İbrahimoğlu Konyaspor | 24-26 | 36.1% | 20.9% | +15.2% |
| #2 | Umut Güneş Basaksehir FK | 24-26 | 36.1% | 20.9% | +15.2% |
| #3 | Orkun Kökçü Besiktas JK | 24-26 | 36.1% | 20.9% | +15.2% |
| #4 | Franco Tongya Genclerbirligi Ankara | 24-26 | 36.1% | 20.9% | +15.2% |
| #5 | Drissa Camara Gaziantep FK | 24-26 | 36.1% | 20.9% | +15.2% |
| #6 | Habib Keïta Kocaelispor | 24-26 | 36.1% | 20.9% | +15.2% |
| #7 | Tim Jabol-Folcarelli Trabzonspor | 24-26 | 36.1% | 20.9% | +15.2% |
| #8 | Enes Keskin Alanyaspor | 24-26 | 36.1% | 20.9% | +15.2% |
| #9 | Benjamin Bouchouari Trabzonspor | 24-26 | 36.1% | 20.9% | +15.2% |
| #10 | Kerem Demirbay Kasimpasa | 30+ | 20.0% | 32.6% | -12.5% |
| #11 | Daniel Johnson Fatih Karagümrük | 30+ | 20.0% | 32.6% | -12.5% |
| #12 | Salih Uçan Besiktas JK | 30+ | 20.0% | 32.6% | -12.5% |
| #13 | Fred Fenerbahce | 30+ | 20.0% | 32.6% | -12.5% |
| #14 | Cafú Kasimpasa | 30+ | 20.0% | 32.6% | -12.5% |
| #15 | Taylan Antalyalı Caykur Rizespor | 30+ | 20.0% | 32.6% | -12.5% |
| #16 | Furkan Soyalp Kayserispor | 30+ | 20.0% | 32.6% | -12.5% |
| #17 | Olivier Ntcham Samsunspor | 30+ | 20.0% | 32.6% | -12.5% |
| #18 | Karol Linetty Kocaelispor | 30+ | 20.0% | 32.6% | -12.5% |
| #19 | Morten Bjørlo Konyaspor | 30+ | 20.0% | 32.6% | -12.5% |
| #20 | Ozan Tufan Trabzonspor | 30+ | 20.0% | 32.6% | -12.5% |
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: 0 immediate targets, 6 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 20 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
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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 €28.0M. 0 undervalued, 3 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Cafú Kasimpasa | €300K | €1.5M | -1.29 | Good Value |
Enes Keskin Alanyaspor | €400K | €1.5M | -1.17 | Good Value |
Daniel Johnson Fatih Karagümrük | €400K | €1.5M | -1.14 | Good Value |
Furkan Soyalp Kayserispor | €400K | €1.5M | -1.14 | Good Value |
Tim Jabol-Folcarelli Trabzonspor | €5.0M | €1.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Dario Saric Antalyaspor | €700K | €1.5M | -0.69 | Good Value |
Nicolas Janvier Alanyaspor | €700K | €1.5M | -0.69 | Good Value |
Yalçın Kayan Samsunspor | €700K | €1.5M | -0.69 | Good Value |
Franco Tongya Genclerbirligi Ankara | €1.0M | €1.5M | -0.67 | Good Value |
Taylan Antalyalı Caykur Rizespor | €800K | €1.5M | -0.57 | Good Value |
Soner Dikmen Antalyaspor | €800K | €1.5M | -0.57 | Good Value |
Görkem Sağlam Kayserispor | €900K | €1.5M | -0.56 | Good Value |
İzzet Çelik Alanyaspor | €300K | €1.5M | -0.54 | Good Value |
Rhaldney Göztepe | €1.0M | €1.5M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Morten Bjørlo Konyaspor | €900K | €1.5M | -0.43 | Fair Value |
Samed Onur Genclerbirligi Ankara | €500K | €1.5M | -0.38 | Fair Value |
Oğulcan Ülgün Genclerbirligi Ankara | €1.2M | €1.5M | -0.38 | Fair Value |
Salih Uçan Besiktas JK | €1.2M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Fred Fenerbahce | €7.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Berkay Özcan Fatih Karagümrük | €1.8M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |