Best Midfielders in the Süper Lig (Apr 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Süper Lig Midfielders 2024-25
Our database tracked 53 Süper Lig Midfielders in the 2024-25 season, representing 19 clubs with a combined market value of €134.8M. The average market value for Süper Lig Midfielders was €2.5M, with the average age at 28.3 years old.
The most valuable midfielder in the Süper Lig was Orkun Kökçü, worth €28.0M and played for Besiktas JK at 25 years old. The top 5 Midfielders averaged €13.8M in market value, including Gabriel Sara and Fred.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked midfielder was Joseph Nonge (20 years, Kocaelispor, €2.0M), while the oldest was İlkay Gündoğan (35 years, Galatasaray, €4.0M). Research shows Midfielders typically peak at age 26-27.
Historical analysis showed 14 Midfielders (26%) 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 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 Midfielders. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 19 clubs with €134.8M combined value.
Age Distribution: Süper Lig Midfielders
The Süper Lig CM market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 30+ bracket (23 players, 43% of market). The 24-26 age group holds the most value at €69.7M, averaging €6.3M per player.
Top Midfielders by Age Bracket
U21 Years (2 players)
21-23 Years (4 players)
24-26 Years (11 players)
27-29 Years (13 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 6 Midfielders (11% of players) control €72.5M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with high (€15-30m) tier representing 4% of the Süper Lig CM pool.
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Süper Lig Midfielders
Among 19 Süper Lig clubs, Besiktas JK leads with 2 Midfielders worth €29.5M (averaging €14.8M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 66% of tracked Midfielders.
Besiktas JK (2 Midfielders)
Galatasaray (4 Midfielders)
Trabzonspor (3 Midfielders)
Fenerbahce (1 Midfielders)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Orkun Kökçü
Besiktas JK • 25 years old
€24.2M
€28.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €27.4M
77.0
Gabriel Sara
Galatasaray • 26 years old
€19.0M
€22.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €22.7M
73.5
Fred
Fenerbahce • 33 years old
€11.6M
€9.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €7.9M
59.5
Benjamin Bouchouari
Trabzonspor • 24 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.1M
54.7
İlkay Gündoğan
Galatasaray • 35 years old
€5.2M
€4.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €3.5M
49.7
Tim Jabol-Folcarelli
Trabzonspor • 26 years old
€3.0M
€3.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.6M
47.0
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
Berkan Kutlu
Galatasaray • 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
Juninho Bacuna
Gaziantep FK • 28 years old
€3.6M
€2.8M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.5M
40.9
Olivier Kemen
Basaksehir FK • 29 years old
€3.2M
€2.5M
-22.6%
Expected: €2.1M
39.6
Ibrahim Olawoyin
Caykur Rizespor • 28 years old
€2.8M
€2.2M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.9M
37.9
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain
Without Club • 32 years old
€2.7M
€2.1M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.8M
37.7
Umut Güneş
Basaksehir FK • 26 years old
€1.9M
€2.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.3M
37.6
Kerem Demirbay
Eyüpspor • 32 years old
€2.6M
€2.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.8M
37.1
Ozan Tufan
Trabzonspor • 31 years old
€2.6M
€2.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.7M
37.0
Gaius Makouta
Alanyaspor • 28 years old
€2.6M
€2.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.8M
36.7
Berkay Özcan
Fatih Karagümrük • 28 years old
€2.6M
€2.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €1.8M
36.7
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 18.67×. That means Orkun Kökçü is valued 18.67× 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 4.00× PPVE. Third is Muhamed Buljubasic of Caykur Rizespor, who is 21 years old with a 1.50× 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 18.67× means the player is worth 1767% 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 | €28.0M | €1.5M | 18.67× |
| #2 | Benjamin Bouchouari Trabzonspor | 24 | 24-26 | €6.0M | €1.5M | 4.00× |
| #3 | Muhamed Buljubasic Caykur Rizespor | 21 | 21-23 | €1.5M | €1.0M | 1.50× |
| #4 | Melih İbrahimoğlu Konyaspor | 25 | 24-26 | €1.5M | €1.5M | 1.00× |
| #5 | Eyüp Aydın Samsunspor | 21 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €1.0M | 1.00× |
| #6 | Drissa Camara Gaziantep FK | 24 | 24-26 | €1.5M | €1.5M | 1.00× |
| #7 | Habib Keïta Kocaelispor | 24 | 24-26 | €1.5M | €1.5M | 1.00× |
| #8 | Mithat Pala Caykur Rizespor | 25 | 24-26 | €1.5M | €1.5M | 1.00× |
| #9 | Joseph Nonge Kocaelispor | 20 | U21 | €2.0M | €2.0M | 1.00× |
| #10 | İzzet Çelik Alanyaspor | 21 | 21-23 | €400K | €1.0M | 0.40× |
| #11 | Samed Onur Genclerbirligi Ankara | 23 | 21-23 | €350K | €1.0M | 0.35× |
| #12 | Enes Keskin Alanyaspor | 24 | 24-26 | €500K | €1.5M | 0.33× |
| #13 | Gökdeniz Gürpüz Galatasaray | 20 | U21 | €300K | €2.0M | 0.15× |
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)
Kocaelispor's Joseph Nonge at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +35%. That means Joseph Nonge is projected to appreciate 35% as they reach their peak age in 6 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Galatasaray's Gökdeniz Gürpüz, who is 20 years old, with a +35% RPP (6 years to peak). Third is Eyüp Aydın of Samsunspor, 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 | Joseph Nonge Kocaelispor | 20 | 6 | €2.0M | €3.1M | +35% |
| #2 | Gökdeniz Gürpüz Galatasaray | 20 | 6 | €300K | €464K | +35% |
| #3 | Eyüp Aydın Samsunspor | 21 | 5 | €1.0M | €1.4M | +30% |
| #4 | Muhamed Buljubasic Caykur Rizespor | 21 | 5 | €1.5M | €2.2M | +30% |
| #5 | İzzet Çelik Alanyaspor | 21 | 5 | €400K | €575K | +30% |
| #6 | Samed Onur Genclerbirligi Ankara | 23 | 3 | €350K | €435K | +20% |
| #7 | Drissa Camara Gaziantep FK | 24 | 2 | €1.5M | €1.7M | +14% |
| #8 | Habib Keïta Kocaelispor | 24 | 2 | €1.5M | €1.7M | +14% |
| #9 | Enes Keskin Alanyaspor | 24 | 2 | €500K | €578K | +14% |
| #10 | Benjamin Bouchouari Trabzonspor | 24 | 2 | €6.0M | €6.9M | +14% |
| #11 | Melih İbrahimoğlu Konyaspor | 25 | 1 | €1.5M | €1.6M | +7% |
| #12 | Orkun Kökçü Besiktas JK | 25 | 1 | €28.0M | €30.1M | +7% |
| #13 | Mithat Pala Caykur Rizespor | 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)
Kocaelispor's Joseph Nonge has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 46.3. That means Joseph Nonge has 15% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Galatasaray's Gökdeniz Gürpüz with a 46.3 RAU (15% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Muhamed Buljubasic of Caykur Rizespor 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 | Joseph Nonge Kocaelispor | €2.3M | €2.0M-2.6M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #2 | Gökdeniz Gürpüz Galatasaray | €344K | €297K-391K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #3 | Muhamed Buljubasic Caykur Rizespor | €1.7M | €1.4M-1.9M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #4 | Eyüp Aydın Samsunspor | €1.1M | €950K-1.3M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #5 | İzzet Çelik Alanyaspor | €441K | €380K-502K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #6 | Samed Onur Genclerbirligi Ankara | €375K | €330K-420K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #7 | Gabriel Sara Galatasaray | €22.7M | €19.9M-25.4M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #8 | Tim Jabol-Folcarelli Trabzonspor | €3.6M | €3.2M-4.0M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #9 | Umut Güneş Basaksehir FK | €2.3M | €2.0M-2.5M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #10 | Tom Dele-Bashiru Genclerbirligi Ankara | €1.5M | €1.4M-1.7M | +3% | 12.0 |
| #11 | Drissa Camara Gaziantep FK | €1.5M | €1.4M-1.7M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #12 | Habib Keïta Kocaelispor | €1.5M | €1.4M-1.7M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #13 | Benjamin Bouchouari Trabzonspor | €6.1M | €5.4M-6.9M | +2% | 9.8 |
| #14 | Enes Keskin Alanyaspor | €512K | €451K-573K | +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)
Genclerbirligi Ankara's Tom Dele-Bashiru in the 24-26 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +30.9%. That means Orkun Kökçü captures 51.7% of total market value while representing only 20.8% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is Konyaspor's Melih İbrahimoğlu with a +30.9% ASC (51.7% value share vs 20.8% player share in 24-26 bracket). Third is Umut Güneş of Basaksehir FK with a +30.9% ASC (51.7% value vs 20.8% players in 24-26 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +30.9% ASC means the player captures 30.9% 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 | Tom Dele-Bashiru Genclerbirligi Ankara | 24-26 | 51.7% | 20.8% | +30.9% |
| #2 | Melih İbrahimoğlu Konyaspor | 24-26 | 51.7% | 20.8% | +30.9% |
| #3 | Umut Güneş Basaksehir FK | 24-26 | 51.7% | 20.8% | +30.9% |
| #4 | Orkun Kökçü Besiktas JK | 24-26 | 51.7% | 20.8% | +30.9% |
| #5 | Gabriel Sara Galatasaray | 24-26 | 51.7% | 20.8% | +30.9% |
| #6 | Drissa Camara Gaziantep FK | 24-26 | 51.7% | 20.8% | +30.9% |
| #7 | Habib Keïta Kocaelispor | 24-26 | 51.7% | 20.8% | +30.9% |
| #8 | Tim Jabol-Folcarelli Trabzonspor | 24-26 | 51.7% | 20.8% | +30.9% |
| #9 | Mithat Pala Caykur Rizespor | 24-26 | 51.7% | 20.8% | +30.9% |
| #10 | Enes Keskin Alanyaspor | 24-26 | 51.7% | 20.8% | +30.9% |
| #11 | Benjamin Bouchouari Trabzonspor | 24-26 | 51.7% | 20.8% | +30.9% |
| #12 | Ömer Ali Şahiner Basaksehir FK | 30+ | 26.8% | 43.4% | -16.5% |
| #13 | Kerem Demirbay Eyüpspor | 30+ | 26.8% | 43.4% | -16.5% |
| #14 | Mehdi Bourabia Without Club | 30+ | 26.8% | 43.4% | -16.5% |
| #15 | Fredrik Midtsjø Without Club | 30+ | 26.8% | 43.4% | -16.5% |
| #16 | Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain Without Club | 30+ | 26.8% | 43.4% | -16.5% |
| #17 | Daniel Johnson Fatih Karagümrük | 30+ | 26.8% | 43.4% | -16.5% |
| #18 | Salih Uçan Besiktas JK | 30+ | 26.8% | 43.4% | -16.5% |
| #19 | Tayfur Bingöl Kocaelispor | 30+ | 26.8% | 43.4% | -16.5% |
| #20 | Fred Fenerbahce | 30+ | 26.8% | 43.4% | -16.5% |
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, 21 at peak.
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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 €750K. 0 undervalued, 2 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Enes Keskin Alanyaspor | €500K | €1.5M | -1.43 | Good Value |
Gabriel Sara Galatasaray | €22.0M | €1.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Gökdeniz Gürpüz Galatasaray | €300K | €1.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Ahmed Ildız Göztepe | €350K | €1.5M | -0.79 | Good Value |
Emmanuel Boateng Without Club | €425K | €1.5M | -0.75 | Good Value |
Dario Saric Antalyaspor | €700K | €1.5M | -0.62 | Good Value |
Nicolas Janvier Alanyaspor | €700K | €1.5M | -0.62 | Good Value |
Yalçın Kayan Eyüpspor | €700K | €1.5M | -0.62 | Good Value |
Samed Onur Genclerbirligi Ankara | €350K | €1.5M | -0.59 | Good Value |
İzzet Çelik Alanyaspor | €400K | €1.5M | -0.55 | Good Value |
Ömer Ali Şahiner Basaksehir FK | €300K | €1.5M | -0.39 | Fair Value |
Cafú Kasimpasa | €300K | €1.5M | -0.39 | Fair Value |
Quentin Daubin Without Club | €350K | €1.5M | -0.35 | Fair Value |
Furkan Soyalp Kayserispor | €400K | €1.5M | -0.32 | Fair Value |
Ali Karimi Kayserispor | €400K | €1.5M | -0.32 | Fair Value |
Flavien Tait Without Club | €450K | €1.5M | -0.29 | Fair Value |
Daniel Johnson Fatih Karagümrük | €500K | €1.5M | -0.26 | Fair Value |
Tayfur Bingöl Kocaelispor | €500K | €1.5M | -0.26 | Fair Value |
Mehdi Bourabia Without Club | €550K | €1.5M | -0.23 | Fair Value |
Erdal Rakip Without Club | €750K | €1.5M | -0.10 | Fair Value |