Best U23 Young Midfielders in the Bundesliga
11 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Best Young Midfielders in the Bundesliga (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Market Overview: Bundesliga Young Midfielders 2022-23
Our database tracked 11 Bundesliga Young Midfielders in the 2022-23 season, representing 8 clubs with a combined market value of €220.0M. The average market value for Bundesliga Young Midfielders was €20.0M, with the average age at 21 years old.
The most valuable young midfielder in the Bundesliga was Hugo Larsson, worth €40.0M and played for Eintracht Frankfurt at 21 years old. The top 5 Young Midfielders averaged €32.6M in market value, including Tom Bischof and Johan Manzambi.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young midfielder was Tom Bischof (20 years, Bayern Munich, €40.0M), while the oldest was Farès Chaïbi (23 years, Eintracht Frankfurt, €15.0M). Research shows Young Midfielders typically peak at age 26-27.
Historical analysis showed 11 Young 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 Bundesliga market for Young Midfielders remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2022-23 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 Bundesliga
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Bundesliga Young Midfielders. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 8 clubs with €220.0M combined value.
Age Distribution: Bundesliga Young Midfielders
The Bundesliga CM market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (8 players, 73% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €122.0M, averaging €15.3M per player.
Top Young Midfielders by Age Bracket
U21 Years (3 players)
21-23 Years (8 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 2 Young Midfielders (18% of players) control €80.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with premium (€30-50m) tier representing 27% of the Bundesliga CM pool.
Premium (€30-50M)
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Club Distribution: Bundesliga Young Midfielders
Among 8 Bundesliga clubs, Eintracht Frankfurt leads with 3 Young Midfielders worth €62.5M (averaging €20.8M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 100% of tracked Young Midfielders.
Eintracht Frankfurt (3 Young Midfielders)
RB Leipzig (2 Young Midfielders)
Bayern Munich (1 Young Midfielders)
SC Freiburg (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.
Hugo Larsson
Eintracht Frankfurt • 21 years old
€34.6M
€40.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €45.9M
85.0
Tom Bischof
Bayern Munich • 20 years old
€34.6M
€40.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €47.7M
84.6
Johan Manzambi
SC Freiburg • 20 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €34.4M
77.2
Assan Ouédraogo
RB Leipzig • 20 years old
€24.2M
€28.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €32.1M
76.4
Carney Chukwuemeka
Borussia Dortmund • 22 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €26.5M
76.2
Ezechiel Banzuzi
RB Leipzig • 21 years old
€15.6M
€18.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €19.8M
71.5
Farès Chaïbi
Eintracht Frankfurt • 23 years old
€13.0M
€15.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €16.1M
70.4
Ísak Jóhannesson
1.FC Köln • 23 years old
€8.6M
€10.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €10.7M
61.8
Oscar Højlund
Eintracht Frankfurt • 21 years old
€6.5M
€7.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €8.3M
57.0
Jens Castrop
Borussia Mönchengladbach • 22 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.4M
54.8
Julius Beck
SK Sturm Graz • 21 years old
€432K
€500K
+15.6%
Expected: €551K
19.4
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)
Eintracht Frankfurt's Hugo Larsson at 21 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 2.67×. That means Hugo Larsson is valued 2.67× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Borussia Dortmund's Carney Chukwuemeka, who is 22 years old, with a 1.67× PPVE. Third is Tom Bischof of Bayern Munich, who is 20 years old with a 1.33× 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 2.67× means the player is worth 167% 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 | Hugo Larsson Eintracht Frankfurt | 21 | 21-23 | €40.0M | €15.0M | 2.67× |
| #2 | Carney Chukwuemeka Borussia Dortmund | 22 | 21-23 | €25.0M | €15.0M | 1.67× |
| #3 | Tom Bischof Bayern Munich | 20 | U21 | €40.0M | €30.0M | 1.33× |
| #4 | Ezechiel Banzuzi RB Leipzig | 21 | 21-23 | €18.0M | €15.0M | 1.20× |
| #5 | Farès Chaïbi Eintracht Frankfurt | 23 | 21-23 | €15.0M | €15.0M | 1.00× |
| #6 | Johan Manzambi SC Freiburg | 20 | U21 | €30.0M | €30.0M | 1.00× |
| #7 | Assan Ouédraogo RB Leipzig | 20 | U21 | €28.0M | €30.0M | 0.93× |
| #8 | Ísak Jóhannesson 1.FC Köln | 23 | 21-23 | €10.0M | €15.0M | 0.67× |
| #9 | Oscar Højlund Eintracht Frankfurt | 21 | 21-23 | €7.5M | €15.0M | 0.50× |
| #10 | Jens Castrop Borussia Mönchengladbach | 22 | 21-23 | €6.0M | €15.0M | 0.40× |
| #11 | Julius Beck SK Sturm Graz | 21 | 21-23 | €500K | €15.0M | 0.03× |
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)
Bayern Munich's Tom Bischof at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +35%. That means Tom Bischof is projected to appreciate 35% as they reach their peak age in 6 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is RB Leipzig's Assan Ouédraogo, who is 20 years old, with a +35% RPP (6 years to peak). Third is Johan Manzambi of SC Freiburg, who is 20 years old with a +35% 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 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 | Tom Bischof Bayern Munich | 20 | 6 | €40.0M | €61.8M | +35% |
| #2 | Assan Ouédraogo RB Leipzig | 20 | 6 | €28.0M | €43.3M | +35% |
| #3 | Johan Manzambi SC Freiburg | 20 | 6 | €30.0M | €46.4M | +35% |
| #4 | Julius Beck SK Sturm Graz | 21 | 5 | €500K | €719K | +30% |
| #5 | Ezechiel Banzuzi RB Leipzig | 21 | 5 | €18.0M | €25.9M | +30% |
| #6 | Oscar Højlund Eintracht Frankfurt | 21 | 5 | €7.5M | €10.8M | +30% |
| #7 | Hugo Larsson Eintracht Frankfurt | 21 | 5 | €40.0M | €57.5M | +30% |
| #8 | Carney Chukwuemeka Borussia Dortmund | 22 | 4 | €25.0M | €33.4M | +25% |
| #9 | Jens Castrop Borussia Mönchengladbach | 22 | 4 | €6.0M | €8.0M | +25% |
| #10 | Ísak Jóhannesson 1.FC Köln | 23 | 3 | €10.0M | €12.4M | +20% |
| #11 | Farès Chaïbi Eintracht Frankfurt | 23 | 3 | €15.0M | €18.6M | +20% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Bayern Munich's Tom Bischof has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 58.7. That means Tom Bischof has 19% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Eintracht Frankfurt's Hugo Larsson with a 46.6 RAU (15% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Johan Manzambi of SC Freiburg with a 46.3 RAU (15% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 58.7 means the upside is 58.7× 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 | Tom Bischof Bayern Munich | €47.7M | €41.1M-54.3M | +19% | 58.7 |
| #2 | Hugo Larsson Eintracht Frankfurt | €45.9M | €39.6M-52.2M | +15% | 46.6 |
| #3 | Johan Manzambi SC Freiburg | €34.4M | €29.7M-39.1M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #4 | Assan Ouédraogo RB Leipzig | €32.1M | €27.7M-36.5M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #5 | Oscar Højlund Eintracht Frankfurt | €8.3M | €7.1M-9.4M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #6 | Ezechiel Banzuzi RB Leipzig | €19.8M | €17.1M-22.6M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #7 | Julius Beck SK Sturm Graz | €551K | €475K-627K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #8 | Farès Chaïbi Eintracht Frankfurt | €16.1M | €14.1M-18.0M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #9 | Ísak Jóhannesson 1.FC Köln | €10.7M | €9.4M-12.0M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #10 | Carney Chukwuemeka Borussia Dortmund | €26.5M | €23.3M-29.6M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #11 | Jens Castrop Borussia Mönchengladbach | €6.4M | €5.6M-7.1M | +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)
1.FC Köln's Ísak Jóhannesson in the 21-23 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-17.3%. That means Hugo Larsson captures 55.5% of total market value while representing only 72.7% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.
In second is Borussia Mönchengladbach's Jens Castrop with a +-17.3% ASC (55.5% value share vs 72.7% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Carney Chukwuemeka of Borussia Dortmund with a +-17.3% ASC (55.5% value vs 72.7% players in 21-23 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-17.3% ASC means the player captures -17.3% 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 | Ísak Jóhannesson 1.FC Köln | 21-23 | 55.5% | 72.7% | -17.3% |
| #2 | Jens Castrop Borussia Mönchengladbach | 21-23 | 55.5% | 72.7% | -17.3% |
| #3 | Carney Chukwuemeka Borussia Dortmund | 21-23 | 55.5% | 72.7% | -17.3% |
| #4 | Julius Beck SK Sturm Graz | 21-23 | 55.5% | 72.7% | -17.3% |
| #5 | Oscar Højlund Eintracht Frankfurt | 21-23 | 55.5% | 72.7% | -17.3% |
| #6 | Farès Chaïbi Eintracht Frankfurt | 21-23 | 55.5% | 72.7% | -17.3% |
| #7 | Ezechiel Banzuzi RB Leipzig | 21-23 | 55.5% | 72.7% | -17.3% |
| #8 | Hugo Larsson Eintracht Frankfurt | 21-23 | 55.5% | 72.7% | -17.3% |
| #9 | Tom Bischof Bayern Munich | U21 | 44.5% | 27.3% | +17.3% |
| #10 | Assan Ouédraogo RB Leipzig | U21 | 44.5% | 27.3% | +17.3% |
| #11 | Johan Manzambi SC Freiburg | U21 | 44.5% | 27.3% | +17.3% |
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: 1 immediate targets, 10 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
WATCH LIST - High Upside
No players in this category
BUY NOW - Medium Upside
PEAK Players
No players in this category
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 €40.0M. 0 undervalued, 0 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Johan Manzambi SC Freiburg | €30.0M | €18.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Jens Castrop Borussia Mönchengladbach | €6.0M | €18.0M | -0.38 | Fair Value |
Farès Chaïbi Eintracht Frankfurt | €15.0M | €18.0M | -0.30 | Fair Value |
Julius Beck SK Sturm Graz | €500K | €18.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Tom Bischof Bayern Munich | €40.0M | €18.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Oscar Højlund Eintracht Frankfurt | €7.5M | €18.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Ezechiel Banzuzi RB Leipzig | €18.0M | €18.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Assan Ouédraogo RB Leipzig | €28.0M | €18.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Hugo Larsson Eintracht Frankfurt | €40.0M | €18.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Ísak Jóhannesson 1.FC Köln | €10.0M | €18.0M | +0.63 | Above Market |
Carney Chukwuemeka Borussia Dortmund | €25.0M | €18.0M | +0.70 | Above Market |