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Under 23 · Bundesliga · 2023-24

Best U23 Young Left-Backs in the Bundesliga

17 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Index

Best Young Left-Backs in the Bundesliga (Jul 2026)

Ranked by Analytical Strength Index

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Age: 18–40
€0M–€200M
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Player Rankings

Ranked by Analytical Strength Index. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.

#1

Nathaniel Brown

Eintracht Frankfurt23 years old

30.3M

35.0M

+15.6%

34.7M42.4M

Expected: €38.6M

85.2

#2

Tom Rothe

1.FC Union Berlin21 years old

8.6M

10.0M

+15.6%

10.1M12.8M

Expected: €11.5M

61.3

#3

Lukas Ullrich

Borussia Mönchengladbach22 years old

6.1M

7.0M

+15.6%

6.9M8.5M

Expected: €7.7M

57.2

#4

Luca Netz

Borussia Mönchengladbach23 years old

5.2M

6.0M

+15.6%

5.7M7.0M

Expected: €6.4M

55.6

#5

Max Finkgräfe

RB Leipzig22 years old

5.2M

6.0M

+15.6%

6.0M7.3M

Expected: €6.6M

55.2

#6

Almugera Kabar

Borussia Dortmund20 years old

2.6M

3.0M

+15.6%

3.2M4.0M

Expected: €3.6M

42.0

#7

John Tolkin

Holstein Kiel23 years old

2.2M

2.5M

+15.6%

2.4M2.9M

Expected: €2.6M

40.9

#8

Aaron Zehnter

VfL Wolfsburg21 years old

1.3M

1.5M

+15.6%

1.5M1.9M

Expected: €1.7M

33.6

#9

Lasse Günther

FC Augsburg23 years old

692K

800K

+15.6%

762K931K

Expected: €847K

26.5

#10

Guille Bueno

Borussia Dortmund23 years old

519K

600K

+15.6%

572K699K

Expected: €635K

22.8

#11

Sanoussy Ba

RB Leipzig22 years old

432K

500K

+15.6%

496K606K

Expected: €551K

20.1

#12

David Preu

1.FC Union Berlin21 years old

346K

400K

+15.6%

406K511K

Expected: €459K

16.8

#13

Hennes Behrens

1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 184621 years old

346K

400K

+15.6%

406K511K

Expected: €459K

16.8

#14

Jan Schröder

Eintracht Frankfurt23 years old

173K

200K

+15.6%

191K233K

Expected: €212K

8.9

#15

Seedy Jarju

1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 184621 years old

173K

200K

+15.6%

203K256K

Expected: €229K

8.1

#16

Vasilios Pavlidis

FC Schalke 0423 years old

130K

150K

+15.6%

143K175K

Expected: €159K

5.3

#17

Tim Müller

1.FSV Mainz 0521 years old

130K

150K

+15.6%

152K192K

Expected: €172K

4.4

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Market Intelligence

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Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Bundesliga Young Left-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 11 clubs with €74.4M combined value.

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Players Tracked

Age Distribution: Bundesliga Young Left-Backs

The Bundesliga LB market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (16 players, 94% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €71.4M, averaging €4.5M per player.

U21 years1 players (6%)
3.0MAvg: €3.0M
Top player: Almugera Kabar (€3.0M)
21-23 years16 players (94%)
71.4MAvg: €4.5M
Top player: Nathaniel Brown (€35.0M)

Top Young Left-Backs by Age Bracket

U21 Years (1 players)

1. Almugera Kabar(20yo)
3.0M

21-23 Years (16 players)

1. Nathaniel Brown(23yo)
35.0M
2. Tom Rothe(21yo)
10.0M
3. Lukas Ullrich(22yo)
7.0M
4. Luca Netz(23yo)
6.0M
5. Max Finkgräfe(22yo)
6.0M

Market Value Distribution

Elite Tier Concentration

60%of market value

The top 2 Young Left-Backs (12% of players) control €45.0M

1. Nathaniel Brown35.0M
2. Tom Rothe10.0M

Market Tiers

Premium (€30-50M)1 players (6%)
35.0M
Mid (€5-15M)4 players (24%)
29.0M
Emerging (<€5M)12 players (71%)
10.4M

Market structure shows distributed value with premium (€30-50m) tier representing 6% of the Bundesliga LB pool.

Premium (€30-50M)

1. Nathaniel Brown
Eintracht Frankfurt35.0M

Mid (€5-15M)

1. Tom Rothe
1.FC Union Berlin10.0M
2. Lukas Ullrich
Borussia Mönchengladbach7.0M
3. Luca Netz
Borussia Mönchengladbach6.0M
4. Max Finkgräfe
RB Leipzig6.0M

Emerging (<€5M)

1. Almugera Kabar
Borussia Dortmund3.0M
2. John Tolkin
Holstein Kiel2.5M
3. Aaron Zehnter
VfL Wolfsburg1.5M
4. Lasse Günther
FC Augsburg800K
5. Guille Bueno
Borussia Dortmund600K

Club Distribution: Bundesliga Young Left-Backs

Among 11 Bundesliga clubs, Eintracht Frankfurt leads with 2 Young Left-Backs worth €35.2M (averaging €17.6M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 94% of tracked Young Left-Backs.

#1
Eintracht Frankfurt
2 players • €35.2M
#2
Borussia Mönchengladbach
2 players • €13.0M
#3
1.FC Union Berlin
2 players • €10.4M
#4
RB Leipzig
2 players • €6.5M
#5
Borussia Dortmund
2 players • €3.6M
#6
Holstein Kiel
1 players • €2.5M
#7
VfL Wolfsburg
1 players • €1.5M
#8
FC Augsburg
1 players • €800K
#9
1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
2 players • €600K
#10
FC Schalke 04
1 players • €150K

Eintracht Frankfurt (2 Young Left-Backs)

Nathaniel Brown(23yo)
35.0M
Jan Schröder(23yo)
200K

Borussia Mönchengladbach (2 Young Left-Backs)

Lukas Ullrich(22yo)
7.0M
Luca Netz(23yo)
6.0M

1.FC Union Berlin (2 Young Left-Backs)

Tom Rothe(21yo)
10.0M
David Preu(21yo)
400K

RB Leipzig (2 Young Left-Backs)

Max Finkgräfe(22yo)
6.0M
Sanoussy Ba(22yo)
500K

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 Nathaniel Brown at 23 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 43.75×. That means Nathaniel Brown is valued 43.75× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.

In second is 1.FC Union Berlin's Tom Rothe, who is 21 years old, with a 12.50× PPVE. Third is Lukas Ullrich of Borussia Mönchengladbach, who is 22 years old with a 8.75× 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 43.75× means the player is worth 4275% more than typical players their age-making them high-value targets before they reach peak value.

PPVE by Age Bracket

Nathaniel BrownEintracht Frankfurt
21-23 • 23yo43.75×
€35.0M • 4275% above median
Tom Rothe1.FC Union Berlin
21-23 • 21yo12.50×
€10.0M • 1150% above median
Lukas UllrichBorussia Mönchengladbach
21-23 • 22yo8.75×
€7.0M • 775% above median
Luca NetzBorussia Mönchengladbach
21-23 • 23yo7.50×
€6.0M • 650% above median
Max FinkgräfeRB Leipzig
21-23 • 22yo7.50×
€6.0M • 650% above median
John TolkinHolstein Kiel
21-23 • 23yo3.13×
€2.5M • 213% above median
Aaron ZehnterVfL Wolfsburg
21-23 • 21yo1.88×
€1.5M • 88% above median
Lasse GüntherFC Augsburg
21-23 • 23yo1.00×
€800K • 0% above median
Almugera KabarBorussia Dortmund
U21 • 20yo1.00×
€3.0M • 0% above median
Guille BuenoBorussia Dortmund
21-23 • 23yo0.75×
€600K • -25% above median
Sanoussy BaRB Leipzig
21-23 • 22yo0.63×
€500K • -38% above median
David Preu1.FC Union Berlin
21-23 • 21yo0.50×
€400K • -50% above median
Hennes Behrens1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
21-23 • 21yo0.50×
€400K • -50% above median
Jan SchröderEintracht Frankfurt
21-23 • 23yo0.25×
€200K • -75% above median
Seedy Jarju1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
21-23 • 21yo0.25×
€200K • -75% above median
RankPlayerAgeBracketCurrent ValueBracket MedianPPVE
#1
Nathaniel Brown
Eintracht Frankfurt
2321-2335.0M800K43.75×
#2
Tom Rothe
1.FC Union Berlin
2121-2310.0M800K12.50×
#3
Lukas Ullrich
Borussia Mönchengladbach
2221-237.0M800K8.75×
#4
Luca Netz
Borussia Mönchengladbach
2321-236.0M800K7.50×
#5
Max Finkgräfe
RB Leipzig
2221-236.0M800K7.50×
#6
John Tolkin
Holstein Kiel
2321-232.5M800K3.13×
#7
Aaron Zehnter
VfL Wolfsburg
2121-231.5M800K1.88×
#8
Lasse Günther
FC Augsburg
2321-23800K800K1.00×
#9
Almugera Kabar
Borussia Dortmund
20U213.0M3.0M1.00×
#10
Guille Bueno
Borussia Dortmund
2321-23600K800K0.75×
#11
Sanoussy Ba
RB Leipzig
2221-23500K800K0.63×
#12
David Preu
1.FC Union Berlin
2121-23400K800K0.50×
#13
Hennes Behrens
1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
2121-23400K800K0.50×
#14
Jan Schröder
Eintracht Frankfurt
2321-23200K800K0.25×
#15
Seedy Jarju
1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
2121-23200K800K0.25×
#16
Vasilios Pavlidis
FC Schalke 04
2321-23150K800K0.19×
#17
Tim Müller
1.FSV Mainz 05
2121-23150K800K0.19×

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)

Borussia Dortmund's Almugera Kabar at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +40%. That means Almugera Kabar is projected to appreciate 40% as they reach their peak age in 6 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.

In second is VfL Wolfsburg's Aaron Zehnter, who is 21 years old, with a +35% RPP (5 years to peak). Third is Tom Rothe of 1.FC Union Berlin, who is 21 years old with a +35% 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 40% RPP means the player is expected to gain 40% value as they enter their prime-making them excellent growth investments.

Recovery Potential by Player

Almugera KabarBorussia Dortmund
6yr to peak+40%
3.0M5.0M
Aaron ZehnterVfL Wolfsburg
5yr to peak+35%
1.5M2.3M
Tom Rothe1.FC Union Berlin
5yr to peak+35%
10.0M15.5M
David Preu1.FC Union Berlin
5yr to peak+35%
400K618K
Seedy Jarju1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
5yr to peak+35%
200K309K
Hennes Behrens1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
5yr to peak+35%
400K618K
Tim Müller1.FSV Mainz 05
5yr to peak+35%
150K232K
Sanoussy BaRB Leipzig
4yr to peak+30%
500K719K
Lukas UllrichBorussia Mönchengladbach
4yr to peak+30%
7.0M10.1M
Max FinkgräfeRB Leipzig
4yr to peak+30%
6.0M8.6M
John TolkinHolstein Kiel
3yr to peak+25%
2.5M3.3M
Vasilios PavlidisFC Schalke 04
3yr to peak+25%
150K201K
Nathaniel BrownEintracht Frankfurt
3yr to peak+25%
35.0M46.8M
Guille BuenoBorussia Dortmund
3yr to peak+25%
600K802K
Lasse GüntherFC Augsburg
3yr to peak+25%
800K1.1M
RankPlayerAgeYears to PeakCurrentPeak ForecastRPP %
#1
Almugera Kabar
Borussia Dortmund
2063.0M5.0M+40%
#2
Aaron Zehnter
VfL Wolfsburg
2151.5M2.3M+35%
#3
Tom Rothe
1.FC Union Berlin
21510.0M15.5M+35%
#4
David Preu
1.FC Union Berlin
215400K618K+35%
#5
Seedy Jarju
1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
215200K309K+35%
#6
Hennes Behrens
1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
215400K618K+35%
#7
Tim Müller
1.FSV Mainz 05
215150K232K+35%
#8
Sanoussy Ba
RB Leipzig
224500K719K+30%
#9
Lukas Ullrich
Borussia Mönchengladbach
2247.0M10.1M+30%
#10
Max Finkgräfe
RB Leipzig
2246.0M8.6M+30%
#11
John Tolkin
Holstein Kiel
2332.5M3.3M+25%
#12
Vasilios Pavlidis
FC Schalke 04
233150K201K+25%
#13
Nathaniel Brown
Eintracht Frankfurt
23335.0M46.8M+25%
#14
Guille Bueno
Borussia Dortmund
233600K802K+25%
#15
Lasse Günther
FC Augsburg
233800K1.1M+25%
#16
Jan Schröder
Eintracht Frankfurt
233200K267K+25%
#17
Luca Netz
Borussia Mönchengladbach
2336.0M8.0M+25%

Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)

Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.

Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)

Borussia Dortmund's Almugera Kabar has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 69.6. That means Almugera Kabar has 19% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.

In second is 1.FC Union Berlin's David Preu with a 55.6 RAU (15% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Seedy Jarju of 1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846 with a 55.6 RAU (15% upside, 0% uncertainty).

How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 69.6 means the upside is 69.6× greater than the uncertainty-making it a high-confidence growth opportunity. Target RAU ≥2.0 for balanced risk-reward.

Risk-Adjusted Upside by Player

Almugera KabarBorussia Dortmund
19% / ±0%69.6
Range: €3.2M - €4.0M
David Preu1.FC Union Berlin
15% / ±0%55.6
Range: €406K - €511K
Seedy Jarju1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
15% / ±0%55.6
Range: €203K - €256K
Hennes Behrens1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
15% / ±0%55.6
Range: €406K - €511K
Aaron ZehnterVfL Wolfsburg
15% / ±0%55.6
Range: €1.5M - €1.9M
Tom Rothe1.FC Union Berlin
15% / ±0%55.6
Range: €10.1M - €12.8M
Tim Müller1.FSV Mainz 05
15% / ±0%55.6
Range: €152K - €192K
Lukas UllrichBorussia Mönchengladbach
10% / ±0%46.5
Range: €6.9M - €8.5M
Sanoussy BaRB Leipzig
10% / ±0%46.5
Range: €496K - €606K
Max FinkgräfeRB Leipzig
10% / ±0%46.5
Range: €6.0M - €7.3M
Nathaniel BrownEintracht Frankfurt
10% / ±0%46.1
Range: €34.7M - €42.4M
Vasilios PavlidisFC Schalke 04
6% / ±0%27.6
Range: €143K - €175K
Guille BuenoBorussia Dortmund
6% / ±0%27.6
Range: €572K - €699K
Lasse GüntherFC Augsburg
6% / ±0%27.6
Range: €762K - €931K
Jan SchröderEintracht Frankfurt
6% / ±0%27.6
Range: €191K - €233K
RankPlayerExpectedRangeUpside %RAU
#1
Almugera Kabar
Borussia Dortmund
3.6M3.2M-4.0M+19%69.6
#2
David Preu
1.FC Union Berlin
459K406K-511K+15%55.6
#3
Seedy Jarju
1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
229K203K-256K+15%55.6
#4
Hennes Behrens
1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
459K406K-511K+15%55.6
#5
Aaron Zehnter
VfL Wolfsburg
1.7M1.5M-1.9M+15%55.6
#6
Tom Rothe
1.FC Union Berlin
11.5M10.1M-12.8M+15%55.6
#7
Tim Müller
1.FSV Mainz 05
172K152K-192K+15%55.6
#8
Lukas Ullrich
Borussia Mönchengladbach
7.7M6.9M-8.5M+10%46.5
#9
Sanoussy Ba
RB Leipzig
551K496K-606K+10%46.5
#10
Max Finkgräfe
RB Leipzig
6.6M6.0M-7.3M+10%46.5
#11
Nathaniel Brown
Eintracht Frankfurt
38.6M34.7M-42.4M+10%46.1
#12
Vasilios Pavlidis
FC Schalke 04
159K143K-175K+6%27.6
#13
Guille Bueno
Borussia Dortmund
635K572K-699K+6%27.6
#14
Lasse Günther
FC Augsburg
847K762K-931K+6%27.6
#15
Jan Schröder
Eintracht Frankfurt
212K191K-233K+6%27.6
#16
John Tolkin
Holstein Kiel
2.6M2.4M-2.9M+6%27.6
#17
Luca Netz
Borussia Mönchengladbach
6.4M5.7M-7.0M+6%27.6

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 weak depth (avg Z-score: -0.00). RPI: -0.00.

Position Depth Analysis

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Total Players
-0.00
Avg Z-Score
-0.00
RPI Score
Weak DepthStrong Depth
-3.00+3.0

Highest Z-Scores

Nathaniel Brown+3.74
Tom Rothe+0.69
Lukas Ullrich+0.32
Luca Netz+0.20
Max Finkgräfe+0.20

Lowest Z-Scores

Tim Müller-0.52
Vasilios Pavlidis-0.52
Seedy Jarju-0.51
Jan Schröder-0.51
Hennes Behrens-0.49

Age-Share Concentration (ASC)

Identifies players capturing disproportionate value relative to age group representation. Positive ASC = value concentration.

Understanding Age-Share Concentration (ASC)

FC Augsburg's Lasse Günther in the 21-23 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +1.9%. That means Nathaniel Brown captures 96.0% of total market value while representing only 94.1% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.

In second is Borussia Mönchengladbach's Luca Netz with a +1.9% ASC (96.0% value share vs 94.1% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Vasilios Pavlidis of FC Schalke 04 with a +1.9% ASC (96.0% value vs 94.1% players in 21-23 bracket).

How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +1.9% ASC means the player captures 1.9% more market value than their numerical representation-indicating marquee status. ASC > +15% = elite dominance, ASC < -15% = potential value targets.

Value Concentration by Player

Lasse GüntherFC Augsburg
21-23+1.9%
96.0% value share / 94.1% player share
Luca NetzBorussia Mönchengladbach
21-23+1.9%
96.0% value share / 94.1% player share
Vasilios PavlidisFC Schalke 04
21-23+1.9%
96.0% value share / 94.1% player share
Jan SchröderEintracht Frankfurt
21-23+1.9%
96.0% value share / 94.1% player share
John TolkinHolstein Kiel
21-23+1.9%
96.0% value share / 94.1% player share
Nathaniel BrownEintracht Frankfurt
21-23+1.9%
96.0% value share / 94.1% player share
Sanoussy BaRB Leipzig
21-23+1.9%
96.0% value share / 94.1% player share
Aaron ZehnterVfL Wolfsburg
21-23+1.9%
96.0% value share / 94.1% player share
David Preu1.FC Union Berlin
21-23+1.9%
96.0% value share / 94.1% player share
Lukas UllrichBorussia Mönchengladbach
21-23+1.9%
96.0% value share / 94.1% player share
Tom Rothe1.FC Union Berlin
21-23+1.9%
96.0% value share / 94.1% player share
Max FinkgräfeRB Leipzig
21-23+1.9%
96.0% value share / 94.1% player share
Seedy Jarju1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
21-23+1.9%
96.0% value share / 94.1% player share
Hennes Behrens1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
21-23+1.9%
96.0% value share / 94.1% player share
Guille BuenoBorussia Dortmund
21-23+1.9%
96.0% value share / 94.1% player share
RankPlayerAge BracketValue SharePlayer ShareASC
#1
Lasse Günther
FC Augsburg
21-2396.0%94.1%+1.9%
#2
Luca Netz
Borussia Mönchengladbach
21-2396.0%94.1%+1.9%
#3
Vasilios Pavlidis
FC Schalke 04
21-2396.0%94.1%+1.9%
#4
Jan Schröder
Eintracht Frankfurt
21-2396.0%94.1%+1.9%
#5
John Tolkin
Holstein Kiel
21-2396.0%94.1%+1.9%
#6
Nathaniel Brown
Eintracht Frankfurt
21-2396.0%94.1%+1.9%
#7
Sanoussy Ba
RB Leipzig
21-2396.0%94.1%+1.9%
#8
Aaron Zehnter
VfL Wolfsburg
21-2396.0%94.1%+1.9%
#9
David Preu
1.FC Union Berlin
21-2396.0%94.1%+1.9%
#10
Lukas Ullrich
Borussia Mönchengladbach
21-2396.0%94.1%+1.9%
#11
Tom Rothe
1.FC Union Berlin
21-2396.0%94.1%+1.9%
#12
Max Finkgräfe
RB Leipzig
21-2396.0%94.1%+1.9%
#13
Seedy Jarju
1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
21-2396.0%94.1%+1.9%
#14
Hennes Behrens
1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
21-2396.0%94.1%+1.9%
#15
Guille Bueno
Borussia Dortmund
21-2396.0%94.1%+1.9%
#16
Tim Müller
1.FSV Mainz 05
21-2396.0%94.1%+1.9%
#17
Almugera Kabar
Borussia Dortmund
U214.0%5.9%-1.9%

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, 16 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.

BUY NOW - High Upside

Almugera Kabar
20yo • Borussia Dortmund
3.0M

WATCH LIST - High Upside

No players in this category

BUY NOW - Medium Upside

Nathaniel Brown
23yo • Eintracht Frankfurt
35.0M
Tom Rothe
21yo • 1.FC Union Berlin
10.0M
Lukas Ullrich
22yo • Borussia Mönchengladbach
7.0M
Luca Netz
23yo • Borussia Mönchengladbach
6.0M
Max Finkgräfe
22yo • RB Leipzig
6.0M
John Tolkin
23yo • Holstein Kiel
2.5M
Aaron Zehnter
21yo • VfL Wolfsburg
1.5M
Lasse Günther
23yo • FC Augsburg
800K
Guille Bueno
23yo • Borussia Dortmund
600K
Sanoussy Ba
22yo • RB Leipzig
500K
David Preu
21yo • 1.FC Union Berlin
400K
Hennes Behrens
21yo • 1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
400K
Jan Schröder
23yo • Eintracht Frankfurt
200K
Seedy Jarju
21yo • 1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
200K
Vasilios Pavlidis
23yo • FC Schalke 04
150K
Tim Müller
21yo • 1.FSV Mainz 05
150K

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 €35.0M. 0 undervalued, 2 premium.

Value Positioning vs Peers

Vasilios PavlidisFC Schalke 04
150K-0.42
Fair value
Tim Müller1.FSV Mainz 05
150K-0.42
Fair value
Jan SchröderEintracht Frankfurt
200K-0.33
Fair value
Seedy Jarju1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
200K-0.33
Fair value
Luca NetzBorussia Mönchengladbach
6.0M-0.25
Fair value
Max FinkgräfeRB Leipzig
6.0M-0.25
Fair value
Nathaniel BrownEintracht Frankfurt
35.0M0.00
Fair value
David Preu1.FC Union Berlin
400K0.00
Fair value
Lukas UllrichBorussia Mönchengladbach
7.0M0.00
Fair value
Hennes Behrens1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
400K0.00
Fair value
Almugera KabarBorussia Dortmund
3.0M0.00
Fair value
Sanoussy BaRB Leipzig
500K+0.17
Fair value
Guille BuenoBorussia Dortmund
600K+0.33
Fair value
Lasse GüntherFC Augsburg
800K+0.67
Fair value
Tom Rothe1.FC Union Berlin
10.0M+0.75
Fair value
PlayerMarket ValuePosition MedianZ-ScoreAssessment
Vasilios Pavlidis
FC Schalke 04
150K800K-0.42Fair Value
Tim Müller
1.FSV Mainz 05
150K800K-0.42Fair Value
Jan Schröder
Eintracht Frankfurt
200K800K-0.33Fair Value
Seedy Jarju
1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
200K800K-0.33Fair Value
Luca Netz
Borussia Mönchengladbach
6.0M800K-0.25Fair Value
Max Finkgräfe
RB Leipzig
6.0M800K-0.25Fair Value
Nathaniel Brown
Eintracht Frankfurt
35.0M800K0.00Fair Value
David Preu
1.FC Union Berlin
400K800K0.00Fair Value
Lukas Ullrich
Borussia Mönchengladbach
7.0M800K0.00Fair Value
Hennes Behrens
1. Fußballclub Heidenheim 1846
400K800K0.00Fair Value
Almugera Kabar
Borussia Dortmund
3.0M800K0.00Fair Value
Sanoussy Ba
RB Leipzig
500K800K+0.17Fair Value
Guille Bueno
Borussia Dortmund
600K800K+0.33Fair Value
Lasse Günther
FC Augsburg
800K800K+0.67Above Market
Tom Rothe
1.FC Union Berlin
10.0M800K+0.75Above Market
Aaron Zehnter
VfL Wolfsburg
1.5M800K+1.83Premium
John Tolkin
Holstein Kiel
2.5M800K+3.50Premium

Market Overview: Bundesliga Young Left-Backs 2023-24

Our database tracked 17 Bundesliga Young Left-Backs in the 2023-24 season, representing 11 clubs with a combined market value of €74.4M. The average market value for Bundesliga Young Left-Backs was €4.4M, with the average age at 22 years old.

The most valuable young left-back in the Bundesliga was Nathaniel Brown, worth €35.0M and played for Eintracht Frankfurt at 23 years old. The top 5 Young Left-Backs averaged €12.8M in market value, including Tom Rothe and Lukas Ullrich.

Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young left-back was Almugera Kabar (20 years, Borussia Dortmund, €3.0M), while the oldest was Nathaniel Brown (23 years, Eintracht Frankfurt, €35.0M). Research shows Young Left-Backs typically peak at age 27.

Historical analysis showed 17 Young Left-Backs (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 Left-Backs remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2023-24 season.

How We Rank Bundesliga Young Left-Backs

Our Analytical Strength Index is calibrated specifically for young left-backs, using position-specific age curves and playing time benchmarks. The model draws from academic research on player valuation (Franck & Nüesch, 2012) and age-performance curves (Dendir, 2016).

Scoring Components for LB

Historical Achievement Index (35%)

Peak career market value for Bundesliga young left-backs, reflecting proven track record and reputation. Uses log-scale to account for exponential value distribution at elite level.

Current Performance Proxy (30%)

Present market value for Bundesliga young left-backs, capturing recent form, injuries, and current performance level. Weighted to reflect age-related depreciation patterns.

Playing Time Utilization (18%)

Defenders with 2,500+ minutes score highest, indicating regular starting role and sustained performance.

Age-Adjusted Performance Curve (12%)

Defenders peak at 27 with 5.0%/year decline rate. Pre-peak players score higher on development trajectory.

Competition Level Adjustment (3%)

Bundesliga receives Top 5 European league premium for competitive intensity and quality of opposition.

Performance Expectations Multiplier (2%)

Players at clubs with Champions League pedigree face higher performance standards and tactical complexity, contributing to development and market validation.

LB Performance Benchmarks

Peak Age: 27 years (balance of physicality and tactical intelligence)

Decline Rate: 5.0% per year (moderate decline as positioning offsets pace loss)

Optimal Minutes: 2,500 per season (regular starter with rotation management)

1-Year Market Value Forecast

Probabilistic model combining age-curve depreciation, value momentum, and playing time factors:

Age Factor: Defender -5.0%/year post-peak, +5%/year pre-peak

Value Trajectory: Near career peak (>95% of peak value): +3% momentum | Moderate decline: -5%

Playing Time Factor: Regular starters (+2%), Squad rotation (-2%)

Forecast Range: ±10% confidence interval

Research Foundation

Dendir (2016): Age-performance curves for young left-backs

Carmichael et al. (2011): Player depreciation in top leagues

Franck & Nüesch (2012): Hedonic pricing models for talent valuation

Szymanski, S. (2015). Money and Soccer: A Soccernomics Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bundesliga Young Left-Backs in the 2023-24 season

Who are the most valuable Young Left-Backs in the Bundesliga in 2023-24?

The most valuable young left-back in the Bundesliga in 2023-24 is Nathaniel Brown, who is worth €35.0M and plays for Eintracht Frankfurt. The second most valuable is Tom Rothe (€10.0M, 1.FC Union Berlin), followed by Lukas Ullrich (€7.0M, Borussia Mönchengladbach). Our database tracks 17 Bundesliga Young Left-Backs with comprehensive market valuations updated for the 2023-24 season.

How are Bundesliga Young Left-Backs ranked?

Bundesliga Young Left-Backs are ranked by our proprietary Analytical Strength Index, which is specifically calibrated for Young Left-Backs. The score combines six factors: Historical Achievement Index (35%) measuring peak career value, Current Performance Proxy (30%) reflecting recent market signals, Playing Time Utilization (18%) tracking minutes played, Age-Adjusted Performance Curve (12%) using position-specific peak ages, League Quality Coefficient (3%) for Bundesliga competition level, and Club Tier Multiplier (2%) accounting for club prestige. This methodology is grounded in academic research including work by Dendir (2016) on age-performance curves and Franck & Nüesch (2012) on hedonic pricing models.

What age do Young Left-Backs peak?

Defenders typically peak at age 27, with a decline rate of 5.0% per year after peak. Research shows defenders balance physical attributes with tactical intelligence, allowing them to maintain high performance through their late 20s. The optimal playing time for peak performance is around 2,500 minutes per season.

How much does it cost to sign a top young left-back from the Bundesliga?

Transfer fees for Bundesliga Young Left-Backs vary significantly based on market value, contract length, and club bargaining position. For the top-ranked young left-back Nathaniel Brown (market value: €35.0M), estimated transfer fees would range from €28.0M to €49.0M depending on contract situation. Players with longer contracts (3+ years) command premium fees (1.2-1.4× market value), while those in the final year may be available for 0.8-1.1× market value. Our fee estimates are derived from historical transfer patterns and contract-clock modifiers validated against actual Bundesliga transactions.

What is the value forecast for Bundesliga Young Left-Backs?

Our 1-year forecast model projects market value changes for Bundesliga Young Left-Backs based on age-curve depreciation, historical trajectory, and playing time adjustments. The forecast combines three factors: age-based appreciation/depreciation (pre-peak players gain ~5% per year toward peak age, post-peak players decline at position-specific rates), market trajectory momentum (comparing current to peak value), and playing time confidence (regular starters receive +2% boost). Forecast confidence intervals account for position-specific volatility-defenders have ±10% volatility. Young players (under 22) and older players (over 32) receive 1.15× uncertainty multipliers due to unpredictable development or decline patterns.

Where does the Bundesliga young left-back data come from?

Our Bundesliga young left-back data is sourced from Football Analytics AI's proprietary Transfer Intelligence Database, which aggregates market valuations, player statistics, contract information, and transfer histories from multiple industry sources. Market values are updated regularly based on player performance, injuries, contract negotiations, and transfer market activity. We enhance this data with our proprietary analytics including position-specific scoring algorithms, age-performance curves calibrated to academic research, and statistical forecast models. All data is validated against official Bundesliga sources and updated monthly for the 2023-24 season to ensure accuracy for recruitment and investment decisions.