Best Right-Backs in the Süper Lig (Oct 2026)
95 players tracked across 33 clubs. Updated October 2026.
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
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Player Rankings
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Wilfried Singo
Galatasaray • 25 years old
€19.9M
€23.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €23.6M
76.4
Roland Sallai
Galatasaray • 29 years old
€14.8M
€14.0M
-5.4%
Expected: €11.7M
68.9
Wagner Pina
Trabzonspor • 23 years old
€9.5M
€11.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €10.7M
66.4
Mert Müldür
Fenerbahce • 27 years old
€6.1M
€7.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.6M
56.7
Nélson Semedo
Fenerbahce • 32 years old
€7.7M
€6.0M
-22.6%
Expected: €3.4M
55.3
Pedro Malheiro
Trabzonspor • 25 years old
€4.8M
€5.5M
+15.6%
54.6
Elias Jelert
Galatasaray • 23 years old
€4.8M
€5.5M
+15.6%
54.1
Taylan Bulut
Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü • 20 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
52.0
Taha Şahin
Caykur Rizespor • 25 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
43.4
Mithat Pala
Caykur Rizespor • 26 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
42.9
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Sign up freeWilfried Singo
Galatasaray · 25 years old
76.4
ASI
Current Value
€23.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€21.2M - €25.9M
Roland Sallai
Galatasaray · 29 years old
68.9
ASI
Current Value
€14.0M
% Change
-5.4%
1yr Forecast Range
€10.6M - €12.9M
Wagner Pina
Trabzonspor · 23 years old
66.4
ASI
Current Value
€11.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€9.6M - €11.7M
Mert Müldür
Fenerbahce · 27 years old
56.7
ASI
Current Value
€7.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€6.0M - €7.3M
Nélson Semedo
Fenerbahce · 32 years old
55.3
ASI
Current Value
€6.0M
% Change
-22.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€3.1M - €3.8M
Pedro Malheiro
Trabzonspor · 25 years old
54.6
ASI
Current Value
€5.5M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Elias Jelert
Galatasaray · 23 years old
54.1
ASI
Current Value
€5.5M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Taylan Bulut
Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü · 20 years old
52.0
ASI
Current Value
€5.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Taha Şahin
Caykur Rizespor · 25 years old
43.4
ASI
Current Value
€3.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Mithat Pala
Caykur Rizespor · 26 years old
42.9
ASI
Current Value
€3.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
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Sign up freeMarket Overview: Süper Lig Right-Backs (updated October 2026)
Our database tracks 95 Süper Lig Right-Backs as of October 2026, representing 33 clubs with a combined market value of €129.6M. The average market value for Süper Lig Right-Backs is €1.4M, with the average age at 30 years old.
The most valuable right-back in the Süper Lig is Wilfried Singo, worth €23.0M and playing for Galatasaray at 25 years old. The top 5 Right-Backs average €12.2M in market value, including Roland Sallai and Wagner Pina.
Age distribution shows the youngest tracked right-back is Hüseyin Maldar (19 years, Eyüpspor, €700K), while the oldest is Frantisek Rajtoral (40 years, Gaziantepspor (- 2020), €600K). Research shows Right-Backs typically peak at age 28.
Our 1-year forecast model projects 17 Right-Backs (18%) will increase in market value over the next 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Süper Lig market for Right-Backs remains actively developing with emerging talent as of October 2026.
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Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Süper Lig Right-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 33 clubs with €129.6M combined value.
Age Distribution: Süper Lig Right-Backs
The Süper Lig RB market shows 5 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 30+ bracket (48 players, 51% of market). The 24-26 age group holds the most value at €45.9M, averaging €2.7M per player.
Top Right-Backs by Age Bracket
U21 Years (2 players)
21-23 Years (10 players)
24-26 Years (17 players)
27-29 Years (18 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 10 Right-Backs (11% of players) control €83.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with high (€15-30m) tier representing 1% of the Süper Lig RB pool.
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Süper Lig Right-Backs
Among 33 Süper Lig clubs, Galatasaray leads with 7 Right-Backs worth €44.1M (averaging €6.3M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 53% of tracked Right-Backs.
Galatasaray (7 Right-Backs)
Trabzonspor (6 Right-Backs)
Fenerbahce (3 Right-Backs)
Caykur Rizespor (5 Right-Backs)
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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)
Trabzonspor's Wagner Pina at 23 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 24.44×. That means Wagner Pina is valued 24.44× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Galatasaray's Wilfried Singo, who is 25 years old, with a 15.33× PPVE. Third is Elias Jelert of Galatasaray, who is 23 years old with a 12.22× 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 24.44× means the player is worth 2344% 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 | Wagner Pina Trabzonspor | 23 | 21-23 | €11.0M | €450K | 24.44x |
| #2 | Wilfried Singo Galatasaray | 25 | 24-26 | €23.0M | €1.5M | 15.33x |
| #3 | Elias Jelert Galatasaray | 23 | 21-23 | €5.5M | €450K | 12.22x |
| #4 | Joe Mendes Samsunspor | 23 | 21-23 | €2.5M | €450K | 5.56x |
| #5 | Pedro Malheiro Trabzonspor | 25 | 24-26 | €5.5M | €1.5M | 3.67x |
| #6 | Ayberk Karapo Caykur Rizespor | 22 | 21-23 | €1.3M | €450K | 2.89x |
| #7 | Taha Şahin Caykur Rizespor | 25 | 24-26 | €3.0M | €1.5M | 2.00x |
| #8 | Festy Ebosele Basaksehir FK | 24 | 24-26 | €2.5M | €1.5M | 1.67x |
| #9 | Calegari Eyüpspor | 24 | 24-26 | €2.5M | €1.5M | 1.67x |
| #10 | Mustafa Tan Samsunspor | 21 | 21-23 | €450K | €450K | 1.00x |
| #11 | Mehmet Aydın Trabzonspor | 24 | 24-26 | €1.5M | €1.5M | 1.00x |
| #12 | Taylan Bulut Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü | 20 | U21 | €5.0M | €5.0M | 1.00x |
| #13 | Eray Korkmaz Caykur Rizespor | 23 | 21-23 | €400K | €450K | 0.89x |
| #14 | Erdem Gökçe Eyüpspor | 23 | 21-23 | €350K | €450K | 0.78x |
| #15 | Ayberk Kaygisiz Basaksehir FK | 22 | 21-23 | €325K | €450K | 0.72x |
| #16 | Ali Turap Bülbül Galatasaray | 21 | 21-23 | €250K | €450K | 0.56x |
| #17 | Uğur Kaan Yıldız Göztepe | 24 | 24-26 | €600K | €1.5M | 0.40x |
| #18 | Bilal Ceylan Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü | 23 | 21-23 | €125K | €450K | 0.28x |
| #19 | Talha Ülvan Eyüpspor | 25 | 24-26 | €400K | €1.5M | 0.27x |
| #20 | Kerem Kalafat Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü | 25 | 24-26 | €350K | €1.5M | 0.23x |
Return-to-Peak Potential (RPP)
Recovery potential from current value to forecasted peak. Shows how much upside remains for players approaching their prime.
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How We Rank Süper Lig Right-Backs
Our Analytical Strength Index is calibrated specifically for right-backs, using position-specific age curves and playing time benchmarks. The model draws from academic research on player valuation (Franck & Nüesch, 2012) and age-performance curves (Dendir, 2016).
Scoring Components for RB
Historical Achievement Index (35%)
Peak career market value for Süper Lig right-backs, reflecting proven track record and reputation. Uses log-scale to account for exponential value distribution at elite level.
Current Performance Proxy (30%)
Present market value for Süper Lig right-backs, capturing recent form, injuries, and current performance level. Weighted to reflect age-related depreciation patterns.
Playing Time Utilization (18%)
Defenders with 2,500+ minutes score highest, indicating regular starting role and sustained performance.
Age-Adjusted Performance Curve (12%)
Defenders peak at 28 with 5.0%/year decline rate. Pre-peak players score higher on development trajectory.
Competition Level Adjustment (3%)
Süper Lig competition level factored into comparative strength assessment.
Performance Expectations Multiplier (2%)
Players at clubs with Champions League pedigree face higher performance standards and tactical complexity, contributing to development and market validation.
RB Performance Benchmarks
Peak Age: 28 years (balance of physicality and tactical intelligence)
Decline Rate: Widening steps, not a flat rate: about -5% at 29, -10% at 30, steeper from 31 (positioning offsets pace loss)
Optimal Minutes: 2,500 per season (regular starter with rotation management)
1-Year Market Value Forecast
Probabilistic model combining age-curve depreciation, value momentum, and playing time factors:
• Age Factor: Compounding and banded around a peak of 28: +25%/year through age 21, +15% at 22-23, +10% up to the year before peak, then -5%, -10% and steeper with each later band. Growth is damped above €30M.
• Value Trajectory: Near career peak (>95% of peak value): +3% momentum | Moderate decline: -5%
• Playing Time Factor: Regular starters (+2%), Squad rotation (-2%)
• Forecast Range: ±10% confidence interval
Research Foundation
• Dendir (2016): Age-performance curves for right-backs
• Carmichael et al. (2011): Player depreciation in top leagues
• Franck & Nüesch (2012): Hedonic pricing models for talent valuation
• Szymanski, S. (2015). Money and Soccer: A Soccernomics Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Süper Lig Right-Backs, updated October 2026
Who are the most valuable Right-Backs in the Süper Lig right now?
The most valuable right-back in the Süper Lig today is Wilfried Singo, who is worth €23.0M and plays for Galatasaray. The second most valuable is Roland Sallai (€14.0M, Galatasaray), followed by Wagner Pina (€11.0M, Trabzonspor). Our database tracks 95 Süper Lig Right-Backs with comprehensive market valuations updated in October 2026.
How are Süper Lig Right-Backs ranked?
Süper Lig Right-Backs are ranked by our proprietary Analytical Strength Index, which is specifically calibrated for Right-Backs. The score combines six factors: Historical Achievement Index (35%) measuring peak career value, Current Performance Proxy (30%) reflecting recent market signals, Playing Time Utilization (18%) tracking minutes played, Age-Adjusted Performance Curve (12%) using position-specific peak ages, League Quality Coefficient (3%) for Süper Lig competition level, and Club Tier Multiplier (2%) accounting for club prestige. This methodology is grounded in academic research including work by Dendir (2016) on age-performance curves and Franck & Nüesch (2012) on hedonic pricing models.
What age do Right-Backs peak?
Defenders typically peak at age 28. In our valuation model, value then falls in widening steps rather than at a flat annual rate: around -5% at 29, -10% at 30, and -25% or more from 31. Research shows defenders balance physical attributes with tactical intelligence, allowing them to maintain high performance through their late 20s. The optimal playing time for peak performance is around 2,500 minutes per season.
How much does it cost to sign a top right-back from the Süper Lig?
Transfer fees for Süper Lig Right-Backs vary significantly based on market value, contract length, and club bargaining position. For the top-ranked right-back Wilfried Singo (market value: €23.0M), estimated transfer fees would range from €18.4M to €32.2M depending on contract situation. Players with longer contracts (3+ years) command premium fees (1.2-1.4× market value), while those in the final year may be available for 0.8-1.1× market value. Our fee estimates are derived from historical transfer patterns and contract-clock modifiers validated against actual Süper Lig transactions.
What is the value forecast for Süper Lig Right-Backs?
Our 1-year forecast model projects market value changes for Süper Lig Right-Backs based on age-curve depreciation, historical trajectory, and playing time adjustments. The forecast combines three factors: age-based appreciation/depreciation (pre-peak players compound gains toward their position's peak age, up to +25% a year through age 21 and easing as they approach it, while post-peak players fall in widening steps), market trajectory momentum (comparing current to peak value), and playing time confidence (regular starters receive +2% boost). Forecast confidence intervals account for position-specific volatility-defenders have ±10% volatility. Young players (under 22) and older players (over 32) receive 1.15× uncertainty multipliers due to unpredictable development or decline patterns.
Where does the Süper Lig right-back data come from?
Our Süper Lig right-back data is sourced from Football Analytics AI's proprietary Transfer Intelligence Database, which aggregates market valuations, player statistics, contract information, and transfer histories from multiple industry sources. Market values are updated regularly based on player performance, injuries, contract negotiations, and transfer market activity. We enhance this data with our proprietary analytics including position-specific scoring algorithms, age-performance curves calibrated to academic research, and statistical forecast models. All data is validated against official Süper Lig sources and updated monthly (last update October 2026) to ensure accuracy for recruitment and investment decisions.
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