Best U23 Young Players in the Brasileirão
108 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Best Young Players in the Brasileirão (Apr 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Brasileirão Young Players 2023-24
Our database tracked 107 Brasileirão Young Players in the 2023-24 season, representing 20 clubs with a combined market value of €334.9M. The average market value for Brasileirão Young Players was €3.1M, with the average age at 21.4 years old.
The most valuable young player in the Brasileirão was Vitor Roque, worth €20.0M and played for Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras at 21 years old. The top 5 Young Players averaged €14.2M in market value, including Rayan and Breno Bidon.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young player was Zé Lucas (18 years, Sport Club do Recife, €5.0M), while the oldest was Jhon Jhon (23 years, Red Bull Bragantino, €9.0M). Research shows Young Players typically peak at age 26-27.
Historical analysis showed 107 Young Players (100%) increased in market value over the following 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, then-current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Brasileirão market for Young Players remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2023-24 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 Brasileirão
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Brasileirão Young Players. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 20 clubs with €334.9M combined value.
Age Distribution: Brasileirão Young Players
The Brasileirão ALL market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (80 players, 75% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €245.7M, averaging €3.1M per player.
Top Young Players by Age Bracket
U21 Years (27 players)
21-23 Years (80 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 11 Young Players (10% of players) control €116.5M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with high (€15-30m) tier representing 2% of the Brasileirão ALL pool.
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Brasileirão Young Players
Among 20 Brasileirão clubs, Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras leads with 6 Young Players worth €45.0M (averaging €7.5M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 63% of tracked Young Players.
Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras (6 Young Players)
Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama (9 Young Players)
Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas (8 Young Players)
Fluminense Football Club (6 Young Players)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Vitor Roque
Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras • 21 years old
€17.3M
€20.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €22.1M
72.5
Rayan
Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama • 19 years old
€15.6M
€18.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €21.4M
70.0
Breno Bidon
Sport Club Corinthians Paulista • 21 years old
€10.4M
€12.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €13.2M
66.1
Agustín Giay
Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras • 22 years old
€9.5M
€11.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €11.6M
65.7
Matheus França
Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama • 22 years old
€8.6M
€10.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €10.6M
60.7
Jhon Jhon
Red Bull Bragantino • 23 years old
€7.8M
€9.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €9.6M
60.0
Robert Renan
Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama • 22 years old
€6.5M
€7.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €7.9M
57.3
Cuiabano
Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas • 23 years old
€6.1M
€7.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €7.5M
57.1
Matheus Martins
Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas • 22 years old
€6.1M
€7.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €7.4M
56.4
Álvaro Montoro
Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas • 19 years old
€6.9M
€8.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €9.5M
56.1
Keny Arroyo
Cruzeiro Esporte Clube • 20 years old
€6.1M
€7.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €8.0M
55.2
Talles Magno
Sport Club Corinthians Paulista • 23 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.4M
55.1
Kaiki
Cruzeiro Esporte Clube • 23 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.4M
55.1
John Kennedy
Fluminense Football Club • 23 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.4M
55.1
Ricardo Mathias
Sport Club Internacional • 19 years old
€6.1M
€7.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €8.3M
54.6
Kayky
Esporte Clube Bahia • 22 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.4M
54.5
Rodriguinho
São Paulo Futebol Clube • 22 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.4M
54.4
Wallace Yan
CR Flamengo • 21 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.6M
53.9
Evertton Araújo
CR Flamengo • 23 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.3M
53.0
Marquinhos
Cruzeiro Esporte Clube • 23 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.4M
52.9
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)
Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras's Vitor Roque at 21 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 10.00×. That means Vitor Roque is valued 10.00× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama's Rayan, who is 19 years old, with a 9.00× PPVE. Third is Breno Bidon of Sport Club Corinthians Paulista, who is 21 years old with a 6.00× 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 10.00× means the player is worth 900% 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 | Vitor Roque Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras | 21 | 21-23 | €20.0M | €2.0M | 10.00× |
| #2 | Rayan Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama | 19 | U21 | €18.0M | €2.0M | 9.00× |
| #3 | Breno Bidon Sport Club Corinthians Paulista | 21 | 21-23 | €12.0M | €2.0M | 6.00× |
| #4 | Agustín Giay Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras | 22 | 21-23 | €11.0M | €2.0M | 5.50× |
| #5 | Matheus França Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama | 22 | 21-23 | €10.0M | €2.0M | 5.00× |
| #6 | Jhon Jhon Red Bull Bragantino | 23 | 21-23 | €9.0M | €2.0M | 4.50× |
| #7 | Álvaro Montoro Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas | 19 | U21 | €8.0M | €2.0M | 4.00× |
| #8 | Robert Renan Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama | 22 | 21-23 | €7.5M | €2.0M | 3.75× |
| #9 | Ricardo Mathias Sport Club Internacional | 19 | U21 | €7.0M | €2.0M | 3.50× |
| #10 | Keny Arroyo Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 20 | U21 | €7.0M | €2.0M | 3.50× |
| #11 | Matheus Martins Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas | 22 | 21-23 | €7.0M | €2.0M | 3.50× |
| #12 | Cuiabano Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas | 23 | 21-23 | €7.0M | €2.0M | 3.50× |
| #13 | Wallace Yan CR Flamengo | 21 | 21-23 | €6.0M | €2.0M | 3.00× |
| #14 | Ryan Francisco São Paulo Futebol Clube | 19 | U21 | €6.0M | €2.0M | 3.00× |
| #15 | Riquelme Fluminense Football Club | 19 | U21 | €6.0M | €2.0M | 3.00× |
| #16 | Kayky Esporte Clube Bahia | 22 | 21-23 | €6.0M | €2.0M | 3.00× |
| #17 | Talles Magno Sport Club Corinthians Paulista | 23 | 21-23 | €6.0M | €2.0M | 3.00× |
| #18 | Rodriguinho São Paulo Futebol Clube | 22 | 21-23 | €6.0M | €2.0M | 3.00× |
| #19 | John Kennedy Fluminense Football Club | 23 | 21-23 | €6.0M | €2.0M | 3.00× |
| #20 | Kaiki Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 23 | 21-23 | €6.0M | €2.0M | 3.00× |
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)
Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas's Cristhian Loor at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +48%. That means Cristhian Loor is projected to appreciate 48% as they reach their peak age in 6 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Sport Club do Recife's Zé Lucas, who is 18 years old, with a +48% RPP (8 years to peak). Third is Otávio Costa of Cruzeiro Esporte Clube, who is 20 years old with a +48% RPP (6 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 48% RPP means the player is expected to gain 48% 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 | Cristhian Loor Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas | 20 | 6 | €350K | €673K | +48% |
| #2 | Zé Lucas Sport Club do Recife | 18 | 8 | €5.0M | €9.6M | +48% |
| #3 | Otávio Costa Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 20 | 6 | €300K | €576K | +48% |
| #4 | Mateus Xavier Santos FC | 18 | 8 | €400K | €715K | +44% |
| #5 | Vinicius Lira Santos FC | 18 | 8 | €700K | €1.3M | +44% |
| #6 | Gabriel Souza Esporte Clube Bahia | 21 | 5 | €200K | €357K | +44% |
| #7 | Lucca São Paulo Futebol Clube | 18 | 8 | €2.0M | €3.6M | +44% |
| #8 | Luis Otávio Sport Club Internacional | 19 | 7 | €2.5M | €4.5M | +44% |
| #9 | Rayan Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama | 19 | 7 | €18.0M | €29.9M | +40% |
| #10 | Ricardo Mathias Sport Club Internacional | 19 | 7 | €7.0M | €11.6M | +40% |
| #11 | Kayke Fortaleza Esporte Clube | 19 | 7 | €1.0M | €1.7M | +40% |
| #12 | Álvaro Montoro Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas | 19 | 7 | €8.0M | €13.3M | +40% |
| #13 | Luis Benedetti Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras | 19 | 7 | €1.0M | €1.7M | +40% |
| #14 | Murilo Rhikman Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 20 | 6 | €250K | €415K | +40% |
| #15 | Dyogo Alves CR Flamengo | 22 | 4 | €400K | €665K | +40% |
| #16 | Alysson Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense | 19 | 7 | €5.0M | €8.3M | +40% |
| #17 | Souza Santos FC | 19 | 7 | €3.0M | €5.0M | +40% |
| #18 | Iván Román Clube Atlético Mineiro | 19 | 7 | €1.5M | €2.5M | +40% |
| #19 | Luighi Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras | 19 | 7 | €5.0M | €8.3M | +40% |
| #20 | Ryan Francisco São Paulo Futebol Clube | 19 | 7 | €6.0M | €10.0M | +40% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas's Cristhian Loor has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 118.5. That means Cristhian Loor has 28% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Cruzeiro Esporte Clube's Otávio Costa with a 118.5 RAU (28% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Gabriel Souza of Esporte Clube Bahia with a 103.3 RAU (23% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 118.5 means the upside is 118.5× 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 | Cristhian Loor Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas | €448K | €406K-489K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #2 | Otávio Costa Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | €384K | €348K-419K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #3 | Gabriel Souza Esporte Clube Bahia | €247K | €224K-270K | +23% | 103.3 |
| #4 | Dyogo Alves CR Flamengo | €476K | €438K-514K | +19% | 100.1 |
| #5 | Marcelo Pitaluga Fluminense Football Club | €229K | €211K-248K | +15% | 79.9 |
| #6 | Gabriel Delfim Clube Atlético Mineiro | €229K | €211K-248K | +15% | 79.9 |
| #7 | Matheus Donelli Sport Club Corinthians Paulista | €1.7M | €1.6M-1.9M | +15% | 79.9 |
| #8 | Zé Lucas Sport Club do Recife | €6.4M | €5.5M-7.3M | +28% | 79.0 |
| #9 | Luis Otávio Sport Club Internacional | €3.1M | €2.7M-3.5M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #10 | Lucca São Paulo Futebol Clube | €2.5M | €2.1M-2.8M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #11 | Mateus Xavier Santos FC | €494K | €426K-562K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #12 | Vinicius Lira Santos FC | €864K | €745K-984K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #13 | Murilo Rhikman Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | €298K | €257K-339K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #14 | Kayke Fortaleza Esporte Clube | €1.2M | €1.0M-1.4M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #15 | Luis Benedetti Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras | €1.2M | €1.0M-1.4M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #16 | Alysson Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense | €6.0M | €5.1M-6.8M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #17 | Luighi Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras | €6.0M | €5.1M-6.8M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #18 | Rayan Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama | €21.4M | €18.5M-24.4M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #19 | Souza Santos FC | €3.6M | €3.1M-4.1M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #20 | Iván Román Clube Atlético Mineiro | €1.8M | €1.5M-2.0M | +19% | 58.0 |
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 player 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)
Sport Club Corinthians Paulista's Ryan in the 21-23 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-1.4%. That means Vitor Roque captures 73.4% of total market value while representing only 74.8% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is Sport Club Corinthians Paulista's Tchoca with a +-1.4% ASC (73.4% value share vs 74.8% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Rodrigo Atencio of Sport Club do Recife with a +-1.4% ASC (73.4% value vs 74.8% players in 21-23 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-1.4% ASC means the player captures -1.4% 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 | Ryan Sport Club Corinthians Paulista | 21-23 | 73.4% | 74.8% | -1.4% |
| #2 | Tchoca Sport Club Corinthians Paulista | 21-23 | 73.4% | 74.8% | -1.4% |
| #3 | Rodrigo Atencio Sport Club do Recife | 21-23 | 73.4% | 74.8% | -1.4% |
| #4 | Maik São Paulo Futebol Clube | 21-23 | 73.4% | 74.8% | -1.4% |
| #5 | Breno Bidon Sport Club Corinthians Paulista | 21-23 | 73.4% | 74.8% | -1.4% |
| #6 | Kevyson Sport Club do Recife | 21-23 | 73.4% | 74.8% | -1.4% |
| #7 | Rubén Lezcano Fluminense Football Club | 21-23 | 73.4% | 74.8% | -1.4% |
| #8 | Rafinha Esporte Clube Juventude | 21-23 | 73.4% | 74.8% | -1.4% |
| #9 | Dyogo Alves CR Flamengo | 21-23 | 73.4% | 74.8% | -1.4% |
| #10 | Vinicinho Red Bull Bragantino | 21-23 | 73.4% | 74.8% | -1.4% |
| #11 | Wallace Yan CR Flamengo | 21-23 | 73.4% | 74.8% | -1.4% |
| #12 | Patrick Clube Atlético Mineiro | 21-23 | 73.4% | 74.8% | -1.4% |
| #13 | Allan Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras | 21-23 | 73.4% | 74.8% | -1.4% |
| #14 | Kayke Sport Club Corinthians Paulista | 21-23 | 73.4% | 74.8% | -1.4% |
| #15 | Lucca Drummond Sport Club Internacional | 21-23 | 73.4% | 74.8% | -1.4% |
| #16 | Hyan Santos FC | 21-23 | 73.4% | 74.8% | -1.4% |
| #17 | Isaac Clube Atlético Mineiro | 21-23 | 73.4% | 74.8% | -1.4% |
| #18 | Cadu Clube Atlético Mineiro | 21-23 | 73.4% | 74.8% | -1.4% |
| #19 | Tiago Esporte Clube Bahia | 21-23 | 73.4% | 74.8% | -1.4% |
| #20 | Jonathan Jesus Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 21-23 | 73.4% | 74.8% | -1.4% |
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: 21 immediate targets, 86 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
WATCH LIST - 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 €20.0M. 0 undervalued, 11 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Lucca Drummond Sport Club Internacional | €150K | €2.0M | -0.57 | Good Value |
Rafinha Esporte Clube Juventude | €200K | €2.0M | -0.53 | Good Value |
Marcelo Pitaluga Fluminense Football Club | €200K | €2.0M | -0.53 | Good Value |
Gabriel Delfim Clube Atlético Mineiro | €200K | €2.0M | -0.53 | Good Value |
Gabriel Souza Esporte Clube Bahia | €200K | €2.0M | -0.53 | Good Value |
Alysson Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense | €5.0M | €2.0M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Kayke Sport Club Corinthians Paulista | €250K | €2.0M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Nathan Fernandes Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas | €5.0M | €2.0M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Gabriel Bontempo Santos FC | €5.0M | €2.0M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Luighi Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras | €5.0M | €2.0M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Zé Lucas Sport Club do Recife | €5.0M | €2.0M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Alexander Aravena Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense | €5.0M | €2.0M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Marquinhos Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | €5.0M | €2.0M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Miguel Monsalve Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense | €5.0M | €2.0M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Victor Gabriel Sport Club Internacional | €5.0M | €2.0M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Facundo Bernal Fluminense Football Club | €5.0M | €2.0M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Evertton Araújo CR Flamengo | €5.0M | €2.0M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
David Ricardo Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas | €5.0M | €2.0M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Cipriano Esporte Clube Juventude | €250K | €2.0M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Murilo Rhikman Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | €250K | €2.0M | -0.47 | Fair Value |