Best U23 Young Goalkeepers in the World
141 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Best Young Goalkeepers in the World (Apr 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: World Young Goalkeepers 2024-25
Our database tracked 139 World Young Goalkeepers in the 2024-25 season, representing 136 clubs with a combined market value of €218.2M. The average market value for World Young Goalkeepers was €1.6M, with the average age at 21.7 years old.
The most valuable young goalkeeper in the World was James Trafford, worth €22.0M and played for Manchester City at 23 years old. The top 5 Young Goalkeepers averaged €17.2M in market value, including Guillaume Restes and Zion Suzuki.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young goalkeeper was Emile Doucouré (18 years, Beerschot VA, €300K), while the oldest was James Trafford (23 years, Manchester City, €22.0M). Research shows Young Goalkeepers typically peak at age 29.
Historical analysis showed 139 Young Goalkeepers (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 Goalkeepers 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 World
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all World Young Goalkeepers. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 136 clubs with €218.2M combined value.
Age Distribution: World Young Goalkeepers
The World GK market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (108 players, 78% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €188.2M, averaging €1.7M per player.
Top Young Goalkeepers by Age Bracket
U21 Years (31 players)
21-23 Years (108 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 14 Young Goalkeepers (10% of players) control €129.5M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with high (€15-30m) tier representing 2% of the World GK pool.
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: World Young Goalkeepers
Among 136 World clubs, Manchester City leads with 1 Young Goalkeepers worth €22.0M (averaging €22.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 8% of tracked Young Goalkeepers.
Manchester City (1 Young Goalkeepers)
Parma Calcio 1913 (2 Young Goalkeepers)
FC Toulouse (1 Young Goalkeepers)
Bayern Munich (1 Young Goalkeepers)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
James Trafford
Manchester City • 23 years old
€19.0M
€22.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €25.2M
47.9
Guillaume Restes
FC Toulouse • 21 years old
€17.3M
€20.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €24.7M
46.3
Zion Suzuki
Parma Calcio 1913 • 23 years old
€17.3M
€20.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €22.9M
45.6
Jonas Urbig
Bayern Munich • 22 years old
€10.4M
€12.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €14.3M
36.9
Mike Penders
RC Strasbourg Alsace • 20 years old
€10.4M
€12.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €15.3M
36.7
Senne Lammens
Manchester United • 23 years old
€7.8M
€9.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €10.3M
30.3
Lukas Hornicek
SC Braga • 23 years old
€6.9M
€8.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €9.2M
28.8
Rome Jayden Owusu-Oduro
AZ Alkmaar • 21 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €7.4M
25.8
Samuel Soares
SL Benfica • 23 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.6M
24.4
Matthieu Epolo
Standard Liège • 21 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.9M
23.4
Gabriel Slonina
Chelsea FC • 21 years old
€3.0M
€3.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.3M
23.3
Deniz Ertaş
Konyaspor • 21 years old
€3.0M
€3.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.3M
22.8
Álex Padilla
Athletic Bilbao • 22 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.6M
19.7
Kauã Santos
Eintracht Frankfurt • 23 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.9M
19.7
Răzvan Sava
Udinese Calcio • 23 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.9M
19.7
Mycael
Club Athletico Paranaense • 22 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.6M
19.4
Tjark Ernst
Hertha BSC • 23 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.9M
19.4
Sebastiano Desplanches
Palermo FC • 23 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.3M
18.8
Radek Vítek
Bristol City • 22 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.0M
18.8
Pablo Campos
Levante UD • 23 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.7M
18.6
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)
Manchester City's James Trafford at 23 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 36.67×. That means James Trafford is valued 36.67× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Parma Calcio 1913's Zion Suzuki, who is 23 years old, with a 33.33× PPVE. Third is Guillaume Restes of FC Toulouse, who is 21 years old with a 33.33× 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 36.67× means the player is worth 3567% 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 | James Trafford Manchester City | 23 | 21-23 | €22.0M | €600K | 36.67× |
| #2 | Zion Suzuki Parma Calcio 1913 | 23 | 21-23 | €20.0M | €600K | 33.33× |
| #3 | Guillaume Restes FC Toulouse | 21 | 21-23 | €20.0M | €600K | 33.33× |
| #4 | Mike Penders RC Strasbourg Alsace | 20 | U21 | €12.0M | €400K | 30.00× |
| #5 | Jonas Urbig Bayern Munich | 22 | 21-23 | €12.0M | €600K | 20.00× |
| #6 | Senne Lammens Manchester United | 23 | 21-23 | €9.0M | €600K | 15.00× |
| #7 | Lukas Hornicek SC Braga | 23 | 21-23 | €8.0M | €600K | 13.33× |
| #8 | Rome Jayden Owusu-Oduro AZ Alkmaar | 21 | 21-23 | €6.0M | €600K | 10.00× |
| #9 | Samuel Soares SL Benfica | 23 | 21-23 | €4.0M | €600K | 6.67× |
| #10 | Matthieu Epolo Standard Liège | 21 | 21-23 | €4.0M | €600K | 6.67× |
| #11 | Dennis Seimen SC Paderborn 07 | 20 | U21 | €2.5M | €400K | 6.25× |
| #12 | Gabriel Slonina Chelsea FC | 21 | 21-23 | €3.5M | €600K | 5.83× |
| #13 | Deniz Ertaş Konyaspor | 21 | 21-23 | €3.5M | €600K | 5.83× |
| #14 | Mycael Club Athletico Paranaense | 22 | 21-23 | €3.0M | €600K | 5.00× |
| #15 | Álex Padilla Athletic Bilbao | 22 | 21-23 | €3.0M | €600K | 5.00× |
| #16 | Tommaso Martinelli ACF Fiorentina | 20 | U21 | €1.8M | €400K | 4.50× |
| #17 | Tjark Ernst Hertha BSC | 23 | 21-23 | €2.5M | €600K | 4.17× |
| #18 | Răzvan Sava Udinese Calcio | 23 | 21-23 | €2.5M | €600K | 4.17× |
| #19 | Radek Vítek Bristol City | 22 | 21-23 | €2.5M | €600K | 4.17× |
| #20 | André Gomes FC Alverca | 21 | 21-23 | €2.5M | €600K | 4.17× |
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)
Beerschot VA's Emile Doucouré at 18 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +55%. That means Emile Doucouré is projected to appreciate 55% as they reach their peak age in 8 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Paris Saint-Germain's Renato Marin, who is 19 years old, with a +52% RPP (7 years to peak). Third is Nils Ramming of Brighton & Hove Albion U21, who is 19 years old with a +52% RPP (7 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 55% RPP means the player is expected to gain 55% 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 | Emile Doucouré Beerschot VA | 18 | 8 | €300K | €667K | +55% |
| #2 | Renato Marin Paris Saint-Germain | 19 | 7 | €500K | €1.0M | +52% |
| #3 | Nils Ramming Brighton & Hove Albion U21 | 19 | 7 | €300K | €620K | +52% |
| #4 | Denys Marchenko Obolon Kyiv | 19 | 7 | €600K | €1.2M | +52% |
| #5 | Callan McKenna AFC Bournemouth | 19 | 7 | €600K | €1.2M | +52% |
| #6 | Tommaso Vannucchi Fiorentina Primavera | 19 | 7 | €400K | €826K | +52% |
| #7 | Ignacio Sáez Club Universidad de Chile | 20 | 6 | €350K | €673K | +48% |
| #8 | Cristhian Loor Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas | 20 | 6 | €350K | €673K | +48% |
| #9 | Samuel Aspajo Metropolitanos FC | 20 | 6 | €350K | €673K | +48% |
| #10 | Aleksandr Degtev FC Sochi | 20 | 6 | €700K | €1.3M | +48% |
| #11 | Max Schmitt SSV Ulm 1846 | 20 | 6 | €700K | €1.3M | +48% |
| #12 | Andrés Tovar Envigado FC | 20 | 6 | €300K | €576K | +48% |
| #13 | Onuralp Çevikkan Trabzonspor | 20 | 6 | €900K | €1.7M | +48% |
| #14 | Fran González Real Madrid Castilla | 20 | 6 | €400K | €769K | +48% |
| #15 | Vladyslav Krapyvtsov Girona FC | 20 | 6 | €400K | €769K | +48% |
| #16 | Emmanuel Ochoa CD Cruz Azul | 20 | 6 | €500K | €961K | +48% |
| #17 | Bernt Klaverboer SC Heerenveen | 20 | 6 | €300K | €576K | +48% |
| #18 | Tom Bramel SK Brann | 20 | 6 | €250K | €480K | +48% |
| #19 | Gavin Beavers Bröndby IF | 20 | 6 | €400K | €769K | +48% |
| #20 | Dennis Seimen SC Paderborn 07 | 20 | 6 | €2.5M | €4.8M | +48% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Beerschot VA's Emile Doucouré has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 166.9. That means Emile Doucouré has 44% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Paris Saint-Germain's Renato Marin with a 154.3 RAU (40% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Nils Ramming of Brighton & Hove Albion U21 with a 154.3 RAU (40% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 166.9 means the upside is 166.9× 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 | Emile Doucouré Beerschot VA | €433K | €393K-473K | +44% | 166.9 |
| #2 | Renato Marin Paris Saint-Germain | €698K | €634K-762K | +40% | 154.3 |
| #3 | Nils Ramming Brighton & Hove Albion U21 | €419K | €380K-457K | +40% | 154.3 |
| #4 | Denys Marchenko Obolon Kyiv | €838K | €761K-915K | +40% | 154.3 |
| #5 | Callan McKenna AFC Bournemouth | €838K | €761K-915K | +40% | 154.3 |
| #6 | Tommaso Vannucchi Fiorentina Primavera | €559K | €507K-610K | +40% | 154.3 |
| #7 | Ignacio Sáez Club Universidad de Chile | €448K | €406K-489K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #8 | Cristhian Loor Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas | €448K | €406K-489K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #9 | Samuel Aspajo Metropolitanos FC | €448K | €406K-489K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #10 | Aleksandr Degtev FC Sochi | €895K | €813K-978K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #11 | Max Schmitt SSV Ulm 1846 | €895K | €813K-978K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #12 | Fran González Real Madrid Castilla | €512K | €464K-559K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #13 | Vladyslav Krapyvtsov Girona FC | €512K | €464K-559K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #14 | Gavin Beavers Bröndby IF | €512K | €464K-559K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #15 | Justin Bengui RWDM Brussels | €512K | €464K-559K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #16 | Andrés Tovar Envigado FC | €384K | €348K-419K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #17 | Onuralp Çevikkan Trabzonspor | €1.2M | €1.0M-1.3M | +28% | 118.5 |
| #18 | Bernt Klaverboer SC Heerenveen | €384K | €348K-419K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #19 | Jakub Vinarčík FC Arouca | €384K | €348K-419K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #20 | Tommaso Martinelli ACF Fiorentina | €2.3M | €2.1M-2.5M | +28% | 118.5 |
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 goalkeeper 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)
Club Universidad de Chile's Ignacio Sáez in the U21 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-8.6%. That means Mike Penders captures 13.7% of total market value while representing only 22.3% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is Envigado FC's Andrés Tovar with a +-8.6% ASC (13.7% value share vs 22.3% player share in U21 bracket). Third is Renato Marin of Paris Saint-Germain with a +-8.6% ASC (13.7% value vs 22.3% players in U21 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-8.6% ASC means the player captures -8.6% 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 | Ignacio Sáez Club Universidad de Chile | U21 | 13.7% | 22.3% | -8.6% |
| #2 | Andrés Tovar Envigado FC | U21 | 13.7% | 22.3% | -8.6% |
| #3 | Renato Marin Paris Saint-Germain | U21 | 13.7% | 22.3% | -8.6% |
| #4 | Onuralp Çevikkan Trabzonspor | U21 | 13.7% | 22.3% | -8.6% |
| #5 | Fran González Real Madrid Castilla | U21 | 13.7% | 22.3% | -8.6% |
| #6 | Cristhian Loor Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas | U21 | 13.7% | 22.3% | -8.6% |
| #7 | Nils Ramming Brighton & Hove Albion U21 | U21 | 13.7% | 22.3% | -8.6% |
| #8 | Denys Marchenko Obolon Kyiv | U21 | 13.7% | 22.3% | -8.6% |
| #9 | Vladyslav Krapyvtsov Girona FC | U21 | 13.7% | 22.3% | -8.6% |
| #10 | Samuel Aspajo Metropolitanos FC | U21 | 13.7% | 22.3% | -8.6% |
| #11 | Emmanuel Ochoa CD Cruz Azul | U21 | 13.7% | 22.3% | -8.6% |
| #12 | Bernt Klaverboer SC Heerenveen | U21 | 13.7% | 22.3% | -8.6% |
| #13 | Tom Bramel SK Brann | U21 | 13.7% | 22.3% | -8.6% |
| #14 | Gavin Beavers Bröndby IF | U21 | 13.7% | 22.3% | -8.6% |
| #15 | Dennis Seimen SC Paderborn 07 | U21 | 13.7% | 22.3% | -8.6% |
| #16 | Justin Bengui RWDM Brussels | U21 | 13.7% | 22.3% | -8.6% |
| #17 | Mike Penders RC Strasbourg Alsace | U21 | 13.7% | 22.3% | -8.6% |
| #18 | Deniz Dilmen Pendikspor | U21 | 13.7% | 22.3% | -8.6% |
| #19 | Jakub Vinarčík FC Arouca | U21 | 13.7% | 22.3% | -8.6% |
| #20 | Aleksandr Degtev FC Sochi | U21 | 13.7% | 22.3% | -8.6% |
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: 88 immediate targets, 51 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
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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. 0 undervalued, 17 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Rome Jayden Owusu-Oduro AZ Alkmaar | €6.0M | €500K | -0.75 | Good Value |
Mikhail Shtepa Chernomorets Novorossijsk | €225K | €500K | -0.39 | Fair Value |
Andreas Hermansen Egersunds IK | €225K | €500K | -0.39 | Fair Value |
Tom Bramel SK Brann | €250K | €500K | -0.38 | Fair Value |
Ebbe De Vlaeminck KV Kortrijk | €250K | €500K | -0.38 | Fair Value |
Ángel Martínez Club Sportivo 2 de Mayo | €250K | €500K | -0.36 | Fair Value |
Tobi Oluwayemi Celtic FC B | €250K | €500K | -0.36 | Fair Value |
Gilmar Napa CS Emelec | €250K | €500K | -0.36 | Fair Value |
Jankat Yılmaz Eyüpspor | €250K | €500K | -0.36 | Fair Value |
Federico Varese Without Club | €250K | €500K | -0.36 | Fair Value |
Ángel Maciel Uruguay Montevideo FC | €250K | €500K | -0.36 | Fair Value |
Andrés Marsengo Tacuarembó FC | €275K | €500K | -0.32 | Fair Value |
Valerio Boffelli Cavese 1919 | €275K | €500K | -0.32 | Fair Value |
Jaime Vargas Deportes Recoleta | €300K | €500K | -0.29 | Fair Value |
José Castro Club Tijuana U21 | €300K | €500K | -0.29 | Fair Value |
Erick Montiel CD Tapatío | €300K | €500K | -0.29 | Fair Value |
Jhunior Vera Universitario de Vinto | €300K | €500K | -0.29 | Fair Value |
Ronaldo Hunacota Real Oruro | €300K | €500K | -0.29 | Fair Value |
Vic Chambaere Union Saint-Gilloise | €300K | €500K | -0.29 | Fair Value |
Pietro Boer SS Juve Stabia | €300K | €500K | -0.29 | Fair Value |