Best U23 Young Midfielders in the Brasileirão
9 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Best Young Midfielders in the Brasileirão (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Market Overview: Brasileirão Young Midfielders 2025-26
Our database tracks 9 Brasileirão Young Midfielders in the 2025-26 season, representing 6 clubs with a combined market value of €30.1M. The average market value for Brasileirão Young Midfielders is €3.3M, with the average age at 21 years old.
The most valuable young midfielder in the Brasileirão is Breno Bidon, worth €14.0M and playing for Sport Club Corinthians Paulista at 21 years old. The top 5 Young Midfielders average €5.5M in market value, including Gabriel Bontempo and Ignacio Sosa.
Age distribution shows the youngest tracked young midfielder is João Cruz (20 years, Club Athletico Paranaense, €1.2M), while the oldest is Ignacio Sosa (22 years, Red Bull Bragantino, €4.0M). Research shows Young Midfielders typically peak at age 26-27.
Our 1-year forecast model projects 9 Young Midfielders (100%) will increase in market value over the next 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Brasileirão market for Young Midfielders remains actively developing with emerging talent 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 Brasileirão
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Brasileirão Young Midfielders. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 6 clubs with €30.1M combined value.
Age Distribution: Brasileirão Young Midfielders
The Brasileirão CM market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (8 players, 89% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €28.9M, averaging €3.6M per player.
Top Young Midfielders by Age Bracket
U21 Years (1 players)
21-23 Years (8 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 1 Young Midfielders (11% of players) control €14.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with mid (€5-15m) tier representing 22% of the Brasileirão CM pool.
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Brasileirão Young Midfielders
Among 6 Brasileirão clubs, Sport Club Corinthians Paulista leads with 1 Young Midfielders worth €14.0M (averaging €14.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 100% of tracked Young Midfielders.
Sport Club Corinthians Paulista (1 Young Midfielders)
Red Bull Bragantino (2 Young Midfielders)
Santos FC (1 Young Midfielders)
Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama (1 Young Midfielders)
Player Rankings
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Breno Bidon
Sport Club Corinthians Paulista • 21 years old
€12.1M
€14.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €15.4M
68.1
Gabriel Bontempo
Santos FC • 21 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.5M
51.7
Ignacio Sosa
Red Bull Bragantino • 22 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.2M
49.5
Gustavo Neves
Red Bull Bragantino • 22 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.6M
40.0
JP
Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama • 21 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.2M
36.6
João Cruz
Club Athletico Paranaense • 20 years old
€1.0M
€1.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.4M
29.7
Vitinho
Cruzeiro Esporte Clube • 22 years old
€432K
€500K
+15.6%
Expected: €529K
20.0
Japa
Cruzeiro Esporte Clube • 22 years old
€432K
€500K
+15.6%
Expected: €529K
20.0
Jhosefer
Cruzeiro Esporte Clube • 22 years old
€346K
€400K
+15.6%
Expected: €423K
17.2
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)
Sport Club Corinthians Paulista's Breno Bidon at 21 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 5.60×. That means Breno Bidon is valued 5.60× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Santos FC's Gabriel Bontempo, who is 21 years old, with a 2.00× PPVE. Third is Ignacio Sosa of Red Bull Bragantino, who is 22 years old with a 1.60× 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 5.60× means the player is worth 460% 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 | Breno Bidon Sport Club Corinthians Paulista | 21 | 21-23 | €14.0M | €2.5M | 5.60× |
| #2 | Gabriel Bontempo Santos FC | 21 | 21-23 | €5.0M | €2.5M | 2.00× |
| #3 | Ignacio Sosa Red Bull Bragantino | 22 | 21-23 | €4.0M | €2.5M | 1.60× |
| #4 | João Cruz Club Athletico Paranaense | 20 | U21 | €1.2M | €1.2M | 1.00× |
| #5 | Gustavo Neves Red Bull Bragantino | 22 | 21-23 | €2.5M | €2.5M | 1.00× |
| #6 | JP Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama | 21 | 21-23 | €2.0M | €2.5M | 0.80× |
| #7 | Vitinho Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 22 | 21-23 | €500K | €2.5M | 0.20× |
| #8 | Japa Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 22 | 21-23 | €500K | €2.5M | 0.20× |
| #9 | Jhosefer Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 22 | 21-23 | €400K | €2.5M | 0.16× |
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)
Club Athletico Paranaense's João Cruz at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +35%. That means João Cruz is projected to appreciate 35% as they reach their peak age in 6 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama's JP, who is 21 years old, with a +30% RPP (5 years to peak). Third is Gabriel Bontempo of Santos FC, who is 21 years old with a +30% RPP (5 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 35% RPP means the player is expected to gain 35% 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 | João Cruz Club Athletico Paranaense | 20 | 6 | €1.2M | €1.9M | +35% |
| #2 | JP Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama | 21 | 5 | €2.0M | €2.9M | +30% |
| #3 | Gabriel Bontempo Santos FC | 21 | 5 | €5.0M | €7.2M | +30% |
| #4 | Breno Bidon Sport Club Corinthians Paulista | 21 | 5 | €14.0M | €20.1M | +30% |
| #5 | Gustavo Neves Red Bull Bragantino | 22 | 4 | €2.5M | €3.3M | +25% |
| #6 | Vitinho Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 22 | 4 | €500K | €668K | +25% |
| #7 | Japa Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 22 | 4 | €500K | €668K | +25% |
| #8 | Ignacio Sosa Red Bull Bragantino | 22 | 4 | €4.0M | €5.3M | +25% |
| #9 | Jhosefer Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 22 | 4 | €400K | €535K | +25% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Club Athletico Paranaense's João Cruz has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 46.3. That means João Cruz has 15% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Santos FC's Gabriel Bontempo with a 33.7 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Breno Bidon of Sport Club Corinthians Paulista with a 33.7 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 46.3 means the upside is 46.3× 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 | João Cruz Club Athletico Paranaense | €1.4M | €1.2M-1.6M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #2 | Gabriel Bontempo Santos FC | €5.5M | €4.8M-6.3M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #3 | Breno Bidon Sport Club Corinthians Paulista | €15.4M | €13.3M-17.6M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #4 | JP Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama | €2.2M | €1.9M-2.5M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #5 | Vitinho Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | €529K | €466K-593K | +6% | 23.0 |
| #6 | Japa Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | €529K | €466K-593K | +6% | 23.0 |
| #7 | Ignacio Sosa Red Bull Bragantino | €4.2M | €3.7M-4.7M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #8 | Jhosefer Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | €423K | €373K-474K | +6% | 23.0 |
| #9 | Gustavo Neves Red Bull Bragantino | €2.6M | €2.3M-3.0M | +6% | 23.0 |
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 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)
Sport Club Corinthians Paulista's Breno Bidon in the 21-23 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +7.1%. That means Breno Bidon captures 96.0% of total market value while representing only 88.9% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.
In second is Cruzeiro Esporte Clube's Vitinho with a +7.1% ASC (96.0% value share vs 88.9% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is JP of Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama with a +7.1% ASC (96.0% value vs 88.9% players in 21-23 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +7.1% ASC means the player captures 7.1% 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 | Breno Bidon Sport Club Corinthians Paulista | 21-23 | 96.0% | 88.9% | +7.1% |
| #2 | Vitinho Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 21-23 | 96.0% | 88.9% | +7.1% |
| #3 | JP Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama | 21-23 | 96.0% | 88.9% | +7.1% |
| #4 | Gustavo Neves Red Bull Bragantino | 21-23 | 96.0% | 88.9% | +7.1% |
| #5 | Gabriel Bontempo Santos FC | 21-23 | 96.0% | 88.9% | +7.1% |
| #6 | Japa Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 21-23 | 96.0% | 88.9% | +7.1% |
| #7 | Jhosefer Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | 21-23 | 96.0% | 88.9% | +7.1% |
| #8 | Ignacio Sosa Red Bull Bragantino | 21-23 | 96.0% | 88.9% | +7.1% |
| #9 | João Cruz Club Athletico Paranaense | U21 | 4.0% | 11.1% | -7.1% |
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: 0 immediate targets, 9 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
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WATCH LIST - High Upside
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BUY NOW - Medium Upside
PEAK Players
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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 €14.0M. 0 undervalued, 0 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gabriel Bontempo Santos FC | €5.0M | €2.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Jhosefer Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | €400K | €2.0M | -0.80 | Good Value |
Vitinho Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | €500K | €2.0M | -0.75 | Good Value |
Japa Cruzeiro Esporte Clube | €500K | €2.0M | -0.75 | Good Value |
João Cruz Club Athletico Paranaense | €1.2M | €2.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Breno Bidon Sport Club Corinthians Paulista | €14.0M | €2.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
JP Clube de Regatas Vasco da Gama | €2.0M | €2.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Gustavo Neves Red Bull Bragantino | €2.5M | €2.0M | +0.25 | Fair Value |
Ignacio Sosa Red Bull Bragantino | €4.0M | €2.0M | +1.00 | Above Market |