Best U23 Young Attacking Midfielders in the World
292 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Best Young Attacking Midfielders in the World (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Market Overview: World Young Attacking Midfielders 2026-27
Our database tracked 290 World Young Attacking Midfielders in the 2026-27 season, representing 251 clubs with a combined market value of €1.4B. The average market value for World Young Attacking Midfielders was €4.9M, with the average age at 21 years old.
The most valuable young attacking midfielder in the World was Florian Wirtz, worth €110.0M and played for Liverpool FC at 23 years old. The top 5 Young Attacking Midfielders averaged €75.0M in market value, including Fermín López and Morgan Rogers.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young attacking midfielder was Konstantinos Karetsas (18 years, KRC Genk, €28.0M), while the oldest was Florian Wirtz (23 years, Liverpool FC, €110.0M). Research shows Young Attacking Midfielders typically peak at age 26.
Historical analysis showed 290 Young Attacking Midfielders (100%) increased in market value over the following 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, then-current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The World market for Young Attacking Midfielders remained highly competitive with significant transfer activity in the 2026-27 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 World
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all World Young Attacking Midfielders. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 251 clubs with €1.4B combined value.
Age Distribution: World Young Attacking Midfielders
The World CAM market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (213 players, 73% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €1.0B, averaging €4.8M per player.
Top Young Attacking Midfielders by Age Bracket
U21 Years (77 players)
21-23 Years (213 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 29 Young Attacking Midfielders (10% of players) control €957.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with elite (€50m+) tier representing 2% of the World CAM pool.
Elite (€50M+)
Premium (€30-50M)
High (€15-30M)
Club Distribution: World Young Attacking Midfielders
Among 251 World clubs, Liverpool FC leads with 1 Young Attacking Midfielders worth €110.0M (averaging €110.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 4% of tracked Young Attacking Midfielders.
Liverpool FC (1 Young Attacking Midfielders)
FC Barcelona (1 Young Attacking Midfielders)
Aston Villa (1 Young Attacking Midfielders)
Como 1907 (1 Young Attacking Midfielders)
Player Rankings
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Florian Wirtz
Liverpool FC • 23 years old
€95.1M
€110.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €122.6M
95.5
Fermín López
FC Barcelona • 23 years old
€60.5M
€70.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €78.0M
95.5
Morgan Rogers
Aston Villa • 23 years old
€60.5M
€70.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €78.0M
95.3
Nico Paz
Como 1907 • 21 years old
€56.2M
€65.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €74.6M
92.4
Xavi Simons
Tottenham Hotspur • 23 years old
€51.9M
€60.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €66.9M
88.6
Rayan Cherki
Manchester City • 22 years old
€43.2M
€50.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €55.1M
80.0
Can Uzun
Eintracht Frankfurt • 20 years old
€38.9M
€45.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €53.7M
76.5
Ethan Nwaneri
Olympique Marseille • 19 years old
€34.6M
€40.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €49.6M
71.9
Rodrigo Mora
FC Porto • 19 years old
€34.6M
€40.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €49.6M
71.6
Bilal El Khannouss
VfB Stuttgart • 22 years old
€27.7M
€32.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €35.3M
61.6
Omari Hutchinson
Nottingham Forest • 22 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €33.0M
56.6
Konstantinos Karetsas
KRC Genk • 18 years old
€24.2M
€28.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €36.0M
55.2
Enzo Millot
Al-Ahli SFC • 23 years old
€24.2M
€28.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €31.2M
54.2
Ibrahim Maza
Bayer 04 Leverkusen • 20 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €29.8M
51.5
Aleksey Batrakov
Lokomotiv Moscow • 21 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €28.7M
51.2
James McAtee
Nottingham Forest • 23 years old
€19.9M
€23.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €25.6M
49.7
Hákon Arnar Haraldsson
LOSC Lille • 23 years old
€19.0M
€22.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €24.5M
48.7
Julio Enciso
RC Strasbourg Alsace • 22 years old
€17.3M
€20.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €22.0M
46.4
Giannis Konstantelias
PAOK Thessaloniki • 23 years old
€17.3M
€20.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €22.3M
46.4
Antoni Milambo
Brentford FC • 21 years old
€17.3M
€20.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €22.9M
46.2
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)
Liverpool FC's Florian Wirtz at 23 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 137.50×. That means Florian Wirtz is valued 137.50× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers, who is 23 years old, with a 87.50× PPVE. Third is Fermín López of FC Barcelona, who is 23 years old with a 87.50× 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 137.50× means the player is worth 13650% 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 | Florian Wirtz Liverpool FC | 23 | 21-23 | €110.0M | €800K | 137.50× |
| #2 | Morgan Rogers Aston Villa | 23 | 21-23 | €70.0M | €800K | 87.50× |
| #3 | Fermín López FC Barcelona | 23 | 21-23 | €70.0M | €800K | 87.50× |
| #4 | Nico Paz Como 1907 | 21 | 21-23 | €65.0M | €800K | 81.25× |
| #5 | Xavi Simons Tottenham Hotspur | 23 | 21-23 | €60.0M | €800K | 75.00× |
| #6 | Rayan Cherki Manchester City | 22 | 21-23 | €50.0M | €800K | 62.50× |
| #7 | Can Uzun Eintracht Frankfurt | 20 | U21 | €45.0M | €900K | 50.00× |
| #8 | Ethan Nwaneri Olympique Marseille | 19 | U21 | €40.0M | €900K | 44.44× |
| #9 | Rodrigo Mora FC Porto | 19 | U21 | €40.0M | €900K | 44.44× |
| #10 | Bilal El Khannouss VfB Stuttgart | 22 | 21-23 | €32.0M | €800K | 40.00× |
| #11 | Omari Hutchinson Nottingham Forest | 22 | 21-23 | €30.0M | €800K | 37.50× |
| #12 | Enzo Millot Al-Ahli SFC | 23 | 21-23 | €28.0M | €800K | 35.00× |
| #13 | Aleksey Batrakov Lokomotiv Moscow | 21 | 21-23 | €25.0M | €800K | 31.25× |
| #14 | Konstantinos Karetsas KRC Genk | 18 | U21 | €28.0M | €900K | 31.11× |
| #15 | James McAtee Nottingham Forest | 23 | 21-23 | €23.0M | €800K | 28.75× |
| #16 | Ibrahim Maza Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 20 | U21 | €25.0M | €900K | 27.78× |
| #17 | Hákon Arnar Haraldsson LOSC Lille | 23 | 21-23 | €22.0M | €800K | 27.50× |
| #18 | Giannis Konstantelias PAOK Thessaloniki | 23 | 21-23 | €20.0M | €800K | 25.00× |
| #19 | Julio Enciso RC Strasbourg Alsace | 22 | 21-23 | €20.0M | €800K | 25.00× |
| #20 | Antoni Milambo Brentford FC | 21 | 21-23 | €20.0M | €800K | 25.00× |
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)
KRC Genk's Konstantinos Karetsas at 18 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +44%. That means Konstantinos Karetsas is projected to appreciate 44% as they reach their peak age in 8 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is NK Maribor's David Pejičić, who is 18 years old, with a +44% RPP (8 years to peak). Third is Patrice Covic of SV Werder Bremen, who is 18 years old with a +44% RPP (8 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 | Konstantinos Karetsas KRC Genk | 18 | 8 | €28.0M | €50.0M | +44% |
| #2 | David Pejičić NK Maribor | 18 | 8 | €1.0M | €1.8M | +44% |
| #3 | Patrice Covic SV Werder Bremen | 18 | 8 | €4.0M | €7.1M | +44% |
| #4 | Jesús Maraude Club Always Ready | 18 | 8 | €250K | €447K | +44% |
| #5 | Lorran Pisa Sporting Club | 19 | 7 | €7.5M | €12.5M | +40% |
| #6 | Adrian Przyborek SS Lazio | 19 | 7 | €7.0M | €11.6M | +40% |
| #7 | Olger Escobar CF Montréal | 19 | 7 | €300K | €499K | +40% |
| #8 | Cyprian Popielec Zaglebie Lubin | 19 | 7 | €350K | €582K | +40% |
| #9 | Filip Zivkovic NK Osijek | 19 | 7 | €300K | €499K | +40% |
| #10 | Mateusz Szczepaniak Pogon Grodzisk Mazowiecki | 19 | 7 | €600K | €997K | +40% |
| #11 | Bartosz Mazurek Jagiellonia Bialystok | 19 | 7 | €600K | €997K | +40% |
| #12 | Lovre Kulusic HNK Vukovar 1991 | 19 | 7 | €500K | €831K | +40% |
| #13 | Santiago Segovia CA Rosario Central | 19 | 7 | €250K | €415K | +40% |
| #14 | Isaque Shakhtar Donetsk | 19 | 7 | €8.0M | €13.3M | +40% |
| #15 | Yago Noal SC Internacional U20 | 19 | 7 | €500K | €831K | +40% |
| #16 | Flávio Gonçalves Sporting CP B | 19 | 7 | €1.0M | €1.7M | +40% |
| #17 | Yuto Baigorria Fagiano Okayama | 19 | 7 | €250K | €415K | +40% |
| #18 | Karol Borys NK Maribor | 19 | 7 | €1.0M | €1.7M | +40% |
| #19 | Andrey Ivlev FC Pari Nizhniy Novgorod | 19 | 7 | €1.2M | €2.0M | +40% |
| #20 | Viktor Okishor Dynamo Moscow | 19 | 7 | €500K | €831K | +40% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
KRC Genk's Konstantinos Karetsas has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 64.3. That means Konstantinos Karetsas has 29% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Sporting CP's João Simões with a 56.0 RAU (24% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Josh King of Fulham FC with a 56.0 RAU (24% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 64.3 means the upside is 64.3× 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 | Konstantinos Karetsas KRC Genk | €36.0M | €29.8M-42.2M | +29% | 64.3 |
| #2 | João Simões Sporting CP | €18.6M | €15.4M-21.8M | +24% | 56.0 |
| #3 | Josh King Fulham FC | €24.8M | €20.5M-29.1M | +24% | 56.0 |
| #4 | Ethan Nwaneri Olympique Marseille | €49.6M | €41.0M-58.1M | +24% | 56.0 |
| #5 | Rodrigo Mora FC Porto | €49.6M | €41.0M-58.1M | +24% | 56.0 |
| #6 | David Pejičić NK Maribor | €1.2M | €1.0M-1.4M | +23% | 55.1 |
| #7 | Patrice Covic SV Werder Bremen | €4.9M | €4.1M-5.8M | +23% | 55.1 |
| #8 | Jesús Maraude Club Always Ready | €309K | €255K-362K | +23% | 55.1 |
| #9 | Can Uzun Eintracht Frankfurt | €53.7M | €44.4M-63.0M | +19% | 47.0 |
| #10 | Claudio Echeverri Girona FC | €17.9M | €14.8M-21.0M | +19% | 47.0 |
| #11 | Paul Wanner PSV Eindhoven | €16.7M | €13.8M-19.6M | +19% | 47.0 |
| #12 | Mert Kömür FC Augsburg | €14.3M | €11.9M-16.8M | +19% | 47.0 |
| #13 | Ibrahim Maza Bayer 04 Leverkusen | €29.8M | €24.7M-35.0M | +19% | 47.0 |
| #14 | Olger Escobar CF Montréal | €357K | €296K-419K | +19% | 46.4 |
| #15 | Filip Zivkovic NK Osijek | €357K | €296K-419K | +19% | 46.4 |
| #16 | Mateusz Szczepaniak Pogon Grodzisk Mazowiecki | €714K | €591K-838K | +19% | 46.4 |
| #17 | Bartosz Mazurek Jagiellonia Bialystok | €714K | €591K-838K | +19% | 46.4 |
| #18 | Andrey Ivlev FC Pari Nizhniy Novgorod | €1.4M | €1.2M-1.7M | +19% | 46.4 |
| #19 | Jakub Żewłakow Legia Warszawa | €536K | €443K-628K | +19% | 46.4 |
| #20 | Lovre Kulusic HNK Vukovar 1991 | €595K | €493K-698K | +19% | 46.4 |
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: young attacking midfielder position shows strong 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)
Club Athletico Paranaense's Dudu in the U21 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +0.7%. That means Can Uzun captures 27.2% of total market value while representing only 26.6% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.
In second is Panetolikos GFS's Adriano Bregou with a +0.7% ASC (27.2% value share vs 26.6% player share in U21 bracket). Third is Lorran of Pisa Sporting Club with a +0.7% ASC (27.2% value vs 26.6% players in U21 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +0.7% ASC means the player captures 0.7% 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 | Dudu Club Athletico Paranaense | U21 | 27.2% | 26.6% | +0.7% |
| #2 | Adriano Bregou Panetolikos GFS | U21 | 27.2% | 26.6% | +0.7% |
| #3 | Lorran Pisa Sporting Club | U21 | 27.2% | 26.6% | +0.7% |
| #4 | David Pejičić NK Maribor | U21 | 27.2% | 26.6% | +0.7% |
| #5 | Josh King Fulham FC | U21 | 27.2% | 26.6% | +0.7% |
| #6 | Matija Popović CSKA Moscow | U21 | 27.2% | 26.6% | +0.7% |
| #7 | Adrian Przyborek SS Lazio | U21 | 27.2% | 26.6% | +0.7% |
| #8 | Tibe De Vlieger KAA Gent | U21 | 27.2% | 26.6% | +0.7% |
| #9 | Adriano Jagusic Slaven Belupo Koprivnica | U21 | 27.2% | 26.6% | +0.7% |
| #10 | Mike Themsen Randers FC | U21 | 27.2% | 26.6% | +0.7% |
| #11 | Olger Escobar CF Montréal | U21 | 27.2% | 26.6% | +0.7% |
| #12 | Szymon Bartlewicz Chrobry Glogow | U21 | 27.2% | 26.6% | +0.7% |
| #13 | Cyprian Popielec Zaglebie Lubin | U21 | 27.2% | 26.6% | +0.7% |
| #14 | Andrea Bonanomi Atalanta U23 | U21 | 27.2% | 26.6% | +0.7% |
| #15 | Filip Zivkovic NK Osijek | U21 | 27.2% | 26.6% | +0.7% |
| #16 | Gonçalo Moreira SL Benfica B | U21 | 27.2% | 26.6% | +0.7% |
| #17 | Lucas Pino Montevideo City Torque | U21 | 27.2% | 26.6% | +0.7% |
| #18 | Mateusz Szczepaniak Pogon Grodzisk Mazowiecki | U21 | 27.2% | 26.6% | +0.7% |
| #19 | Ante Kavelj HNK Gorica | U21 | 27.2% | 26.6% | +0.7% |
| #20 | Jordan Barrera Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas | U21 | 27.2% | 26.6% | +0.7% |
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: 36 immediate targets, 254 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.
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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 €450K. 1 undervalued, 41 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Rayan Cherki Manchester City | €50.0M | €800K | -2.00 | Undervalued |
Gustavo Sá FC Famalicão | €16.0M | €800K | -1.33 | Good Value |
Xavi Simons Tottenham Hotspur | €60.0M | €800K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Omari Hutchinson Nottingham Forest | €30.0M | €800K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Marcel Regula Zaglebie Lubin | €5.0M | €800K | -0.83 | Good Value |
Stanis Idumbo AS Monaco | €5.0M | €800K | -0.83 | Good Value |
Arijon Ibrahimovic 1.FC Heidenheim 1846 | €5.0M | €800K | -0.83 | Good Value |
Simone Pafundi UC Sampdoria | €5.0M | €800K | -0.83 | Good Value |
Facundo Buonanotte Leeds United | €18.0M | €800K | -0.67 | Good Value |
Nico Paz Como 1907 | €65.0M | €800K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
João Simões Sporting CP | €15.0M | €800K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Alphadjo Cissè US Catanzaro | €6.0M | €800K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Claudio Echeverri Girona FC | €15.0M | €800K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Pablo Torre RCD Mallorca | €5.0M | €800K | -0.44 | Fair Value |
Brian Gutiérrez Deportivo Guadalajara | €5.0M | €800K | -0.44 | Fair Value |
Nikita Krivtsov FC Krasnodar | €5.0M | €800K | -0.44 | Fair Value |
Unai Gómez Athletic Bilbao | €5.0M | €800K | -0.44 | Fair Value |
Rokas Pukstas HNK Hajduk Split | €5.0M | €800K | -0.44 | Fair Value |
Juan Vedia Club A.B.B. | €225K | €800K | -0.44 | Fair Value |
Celin Padilla Without Club | €225K | €800K | -0.44 | Fair Value |