Best U23 Young Left-Backs in the World
237 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Best Young Left-Backs in the World (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Market Overview: World Young Left-Backs 2025-26
Our database tracks 236 World Young Left-Backs in the 2025-26 season, representing 224 clubs with a combined market value of €939.1M. The average market value for World Young Left-Backs is €4.0M, with the average age at 22 years old.
The most valuable young left-back in the World is Nuno Mendes, worth €75.0M and playing for Paris Saint-Germain at 23 years old. The top 5 Young Left-Backs average €55.0M in market value, including Alejandro Balde and Álvaro Carreras.
Age distribution shows the youngest tracked young left-back is Peyton Miller (18 years, New England Revolution, €3.0M), while the oldest is Nuno Mendes (23 years, Paris Saint-Germain, €75.0M). Research shows Young Left-Backs typically peak at age 27.
Our 1-year forecast model projects 236 Young Left-Backs (100%) will increase in market value over the next 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The World market for Young Left-Backs remains highly competitive with significant transfer activity expected in the 2025-26 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 Left-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 224 clubs with €939.1M combined value.
Age Distribution: World Young Left-Backs
The World LB market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (187 players, 79% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €760.7M, averaging €4.1M per player.
Top Young Left-Backs by Age Bracket
U21 Years (49 players)
21-23 Years (187 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 24 Young Left-Backs (10% of players) control €634.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with elite (€50m+) tier representing 1% of the World LB pool.
Elite (€50M+)
Premium (€30-50M)
High (€15-30M)
Club Distribution: World Young Left-Backs
Among 224 World clubs, Paris Saint-Germain leads with 1 Young Left-Backs worth €75.0M (averaging €75.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 5% of tracked Young Left-Backs.
Paris Saint-Germain (1 Young Left-Backs)
FC Barcelona (1 Young Left-Backs)
Real Madrid (1 Young Left-Backs)
Tottenham Hotspur (2 Young Left-Backs)
Player Rankings
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Nuno Mendes
Paris Saint-Germain • 23 years old
€64.9M
€75.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €83.6M
95.5
Alejandro Balde
FC Barcelona • 22 years old
€51.9M
€60.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €66.1M
90.1
Álvaro Carreras
Real Madrid • 23 years old
€51.9M
€60.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €66.9M
88.8
Myles Lewis-Skelly
Arsenal FC • 19 years old
€34.6M
€40.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €49.6M
72.1
Nico O'Reilly
Manchester City • 21 years old
€34.6M
€40.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €45.9M
70.4
Milos Kerkez
Liverpool FC • 22 years old
€34.6M
€40.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €44.1M
69.8
Destiny Udogie
Tottenham Hotspur • 23 years old
€34.6M
€40.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €44.6M
69.2
Jorrel Hato
Chelsea FC • 20 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €41.8M
65.7
Nathaniel Brown
Eintracht Frankfurt • 22 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €38.6M
64.6
Lewis Hall
Newcastle United • 21 years old
€27.7M
€32.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €36.7M
61.9
Patrick Dorgu
Manchester United • 21 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €33.1M
56.3
Davide Bartesaghi
AC Milan • 20 years old
€15.6M
€18.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €20.6M
43.2
Matteo Ruggeri
Atlético de Madrid • 23 years old
€13.0M
€15.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €16.1M
41.3
Joaquin Seys
Club Brugge KV • 21 years old
€13.0M
€15.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €16.5M
40.0
Victor Kristiansen
Leicester City • 23 years old
€12.1M
€14.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €15.0M
40.0
Hugo Bueno
Wolverhampton Wanderers • 23 years old
€8.6M
€10.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €10.7M
32.8
Kaiki
Cruzeiro Esporte Clube • 23 years old
€8.6M
€10.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €10.7M
32.5
Álex Valle
Como 1907 • 22 years old
€8.6M
€10.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €10.6M
32.1
Samuel Iling-Junior
West Bromwich Albion • 22 years old
€8.6M
€10.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €10.6M
31.8
Samuel Dahl
SL Benfica • 23 years old
€7.8M
€9.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €9.6M
31.5
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)
Paris Saint-Germain's Nuno Mendes at 23 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 93.75×. That means Nuno Mendes is valued 93.75× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is FC Barcelona's Alejandro Balde, who is 22 years old, with a 75.00× PPVE. Third is Álvaro Carreras of Real Madrid, who is 23 years old with a 75.00× 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 93.75× means the player is worth 9275% 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 | Nuno Mendes Paris Saint-Germain | 23 | 21-23 | €75.0M | €800K | 93.75× |
| #2 | Alejandro Balde FC Barcelona | 22 | 21-23 | €60.0M | €800K | 75.00× |
| #3 | Álvaro Carreras Real Madrid | 23 | 21-23 | €60.0M | €800K | 75.00× |
| #4 | Myles Lewis-Skelly Arsenal FC | 19 | U21 | €40.0M | €700K | 57.14× |
| #5 | Destiny Udogie Tottenham Hotspur | 23 | 21-23 | €40.0M | €800K | 50.00× |
| #6 | Milos Kerkez Liverpool FC | 22 | 21-23 | €40.0M | €800K | 50.00× |
| #7 | Nico O'Reilly Manchester City | 21 | 21-23 | €40.0M | €800K | 50.00× |
| #8 | Jorrel Hato Chelsea FC | 20 | U21 | €35.0M | €700K | 50.00× |
| #9 | Nathaniel Brown Eintracht Frankfurt | 22 | 21-23 | €35.0M | €800K | 43.75× |
| #10 | Lewis Hall Newcastle United | 21 | 21-23 | €32.0M | €800K | 40.00× |
| #11 | Patrick Dorgu Manchester United | 21 | 21-23 | €30.0M | €800K | 37.50× |
| #12 | Davide Bartesaghi AC Milan | 20 | U21 | €18.0M | €700K | 25.71× |
| #13 | Matteo Ruggeri Atlético de Madrid | 23 | 21-23 | €15.0M | €800K | 18.75× |
| #14 | Joaquin Seys Club Brugge KV | 21 | 21-23 | €15.0M | €800K | 18.75× |
| #15 | Victor Kristiansen Leicester City | 23 | 21-23 | €14.0M | €800K | 17.50× |
| #16 | Niccolò Fortini ACF Fiorentina | 20 | U21 | €10.0M | €700K | 14.29× |
| #17 | Samuel Iling-Junior West Bromwich Albion | 22 | 21-23 | €10.0M | €800K | 12.50× |
| #18 | Hugo Bueno Wolverhampton Wanderers | 23 | 21-23 | €10.0M | €800K | 12.50× |
| #19 | Álex Valle Como 1907 | 22 | 21-23 | €10.0M | €800K | 12.50× |
| #20 | Tom Rothe 1.FC Union Berlin | 21 | 21-23 | €10.0M | €800K | 12.50× |
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)
New England Revolution's Peyton Miller at 18 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +44%. That means Peyton Miller is projected to appreciate 44% as they reach their peak age in 8 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Metalist Kharkiv's Kyrylo Digtyar, who is 18 years old, with a +44% RPP (8 years to peak). Third is José Neto of SL Benfica B, 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 | Peyton Miller New England Revolution | 18 | 8 | €3.0M | €5.4M | +44% |
| #2 | Kyrylo Digtyar Metalist Kharkiv | 18 | 8 | €800K | €1.4M | +44% |
| #3 | José Neto SL Benfica B | 18 | 8 | €3.0M | €5.4M | +44% |
| #4 | Vinicius Lira Santos FC | 18 | 8 | €700K | €1.3M | +44% |
| #5 | Yoan Pereira FC Porto U19 | 18 | 8 | €700K | €1.3M | +44% |
| #6 | Pedro Guimaraes Orange County SC | 18 | 8 | €300K | €536K | +44% |
| #7 | Vladimir Galvez Club Deportivo Oriente Petrolero | 19 | 7 | €350K | €582K | +40% |
| #8 | Diego León Manchester United | 19 | 7 | €4.0M | €6.6M | +40% |
| #9 | Juan Morán CD Godoy Cruz Antonio Tomba | 19 | 7 | €700K | €1.2M | +40% |
| #10 | Juho Lähteenmäki FC Nordsjaelland | 19 | 7 | €3.5M | €5.8M | +40% |
| #11 | Nahuel Leivas Montevideo City Torque | 19 | 7 | €300K | €499K | +40% |
| #12 | Harry Amass Norwich City | 19 | 7 | €5.0M | €8.3M | +40% |
| #13 | Souza Tottenham Hotspur | 19 | 7 | €5.0M | €8.3M | +40% |
| #14 | Luca Bombino San Diego FC | 19 | 7 | €2.5M | €4.2M | +40% |
| #15 | Myles Lewis-Skelly Arsenal FC | 19 | 7 | €40.0M | €66.5M | +40% |
| #16 | Julio Vargas Atlético Mineiro U20 | 19 | 7 | €275K | €457K | +40% |
| #17 | Tate Johnson Vancouver Whitecaps FC | 20 | 6 | €1.5M | €2.3M | +35% |
| #18 | Mahamadou Nagida Stade Rennais FC | 20 | 6 | €1.5M | €2.3M | +35% |
| #19 | Almugera Kabar Borussia Dortmund | 20 | 6 | €3.0M | €4.6M | +35% |
| #20 | Ishé Samuels-Smith Swansea City | 20 | 6 | €700K | €1.1M | +35% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Arsenal FC's Myles Lewis-Skelly has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 70.0. That means Myles Lewis-Skelly has 24% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is New England Revolution's Peyton Miller with a 68.9 RAU (23% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is José Neto of SL Benfica B with a 68.9 RAU (23% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 70.0 means the upside is 70.0× 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 | Myles Lewis-Skelly Arsenal FC | €49.6M | €42.7M-56.4M | +24% | 70.0 |
| #2 | Peyton Miller New England Revolution | €3.7M | €3.2M-4.2M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #3 | José Neto SL Benfica B | €3.7M | €3.2M-4.2M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #4 | Pedro Guimaraes Orange County SC | €370K | €319K-422K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #5 | Kyrylo Digtyar Metalist Kharkiv | €988K | €852K-1.1M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #6 | Vinicius Lira Santos FC | €864K | €745K-984K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #7 | Yoan Pereira FC Porto U19 | €864K | €745K-984K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #8 | Jorrel Hato Chelsea FC | €41.8M | €36.0M-47.5M | +19% | 58.7 |
| #9 | Nahuel Leivas Montevideo City Torque | €357K | €308K-407K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #10 | Vladimir Galvez Club Deportivo Oriente Petrolero | €417K | €359K-474K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #11 | Juan Morán CD Godoy Cruz Antonio Tomba | €833K | €718K-949K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #12 | Diego León Manchester United | €4.8M | €4.1M-5.4M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #13 | Julio Vargas Atlético Mineiro U20 | €327K | €282K-373K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #14 | Harry Amass Norwich City | €6.0M | €5.1M-6.8M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #15 | Souza Tottenham Hotspur | €6.0M | €5.1M-6.8M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #16 | Luca Bombino San Diego FC | €3.0M | €2.6M-3.4M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #17 | Juho Lähteenmäki FC Nordsjaelland | €4.2M | €3.6M-4.7M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #18 | Nico O'Reilly Manchester City | €45.9M | €39.6M-52.2M | +15% | 46.6 |
| #19 | Lewis Hall Newcastle United | €36.7M | €31.7M-41.8M | +15% | 46.6 |
| #20 | Tobías Morinigo Club Sportivo Trinidense | €287K | €247K-326K | +15% | 46.3 |
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 left-back 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)
New York Red Bulls's Omar Valencia in the 21-23 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +1.8%. That means Nuno Mendes captures 81.0% of total market value while representing only 79.2% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.
In second is AFC Bournemouth's Julio Soler with a +1.8% ASC (81.0% value share vs 79.2% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Rodrigo Gelado of Athletic Club with a +1.8% ASC (81.0% value vs 79.2% players in 21-23 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +1.8% ASC means the player captures 1.8% 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 | Omar Valencia New York Red Bulls | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.2% | +1.8% |
| #2 | Julio Soler AFC Bournemouth | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.2% | +1.8% |
| #3 | Rodrigo Gelado Athletic Club | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.2% | +1.8% |
| #4 | Franci Bouebari Rot-Weiss Essen | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.2% | +1.8% |
| #5 | Oso Sevilla Atlético | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.2% | +1.8% |
| #6 | Kevyson Associação Atlética Ponte Preta | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.2% | +1.8% |
| #7 | Eyad El Askalany FC Rostov | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.2% | +1.8% |
| #8 | Ralph Orquin CF América | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.2% | +1.8% |
| #9 | Augusto Dabó Beroe Stara Zagora | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.2% | +1.8% |
| #10 | Thiago Espinosa Racing Club de Montevideo | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.2% | +1.8% |
| #11 | Francisco Bregante CA Cerro | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.2% | +1.8% |
| #12 | Vitaliy Katrych Ingulets Petrove | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.2% | +1.8% |
| #13 | Ezequiel Olivera Cerro Largo FC | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.2% | +1.8% |
| #14 | Mateo Chávez AZ Alkmaar | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.2% | +1.8% |
| #15 | Emmanuel Echeverría Santos Laguna | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.2% | +1.8% |
| #16 | Dieguito Rodriguez Club Always Ready | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.2% | +1.8% |
| #17 | Santiago Cuero Fortaleza CEIF | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.2% | +1.8% |
| #18 | Shean Barbosa Deportes Tolima | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.2% | +1.8% |
| #19 | Dion Gallapeni Widzew Lodz | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.2% | +1.8% |
| #20 | Fernando Dinamarca Deportes La Serena | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.2% | +1.8% |
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: 17 immediate targets, 219 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, 35 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Patrick Dorgu Manchester United | €30.0M | €700K | -1.25 | Good Value |
Lewis Hall Newcastle United | €32.0M | €700K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Jorrel Hato Chelsea FC | €35.0M | €700K | -1.00 | Good Value |
Jordan Bos Feyenoord Rotterdam | €5.0M | €700K | -0.75 | Good Value |
Román Vega Zenit St. Petersburg | €5.0M | €700K | -0.75 | Good Value |
Chissumba FC Alverca | €5.0M | €700K | -0.75 | Good Value |
Nathaniel Brown Eintracht Frankfurt | €35.0M | €700K | -0.63 | Good Value |
Luca Netz Borussia Mönchengladbach | €6.0M | €700K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Aaron Zehnter VfL Wolfsburg | €6.0M | €700K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Pedro Henrique Shakhtar Donetsk | €6.0M | €700K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Alessio Rizza AS Cittadella | €225K | €700K | -0.27 | Fair Value |
Anas Nanah Union Touarga Sportif | €225K | €700K | -0.27 | Fair Value |
Ilya Moskalenchik ML Vitebsk | €225K | €700K | -0.27 | Fair Value |
Jean Bone San Antonio FC | €225K | €700K | -0.27 | Fair Value |
Daniel Aponte Gualberto Villarroel San José | €225K | €700K | -0.27 | Fair Value |
Franci Bouebari Rot-Weiss Essen | €250K | €700K | -0.25 | Fair Value |
Vitaliy Katrych Ingulets Petrove | €250K | €700K | -0.25 | Fair Value |
Ezequiel Olivera Cerro Largo FC | €250K | €700K | -0.25 | Fair Value |
Santiago Cuero Fortaleza CEIF | €250K | €700K | -0.25 | Fair Value |
Shean Barbosa Deportes Tolima | €250K | €700K | -0.25 | Fair Value |