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Best U23 Young Right-Backs in the Bundesliga

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

Best Young Right-Backs in the Bundesliga (Sep 2026)

Ranked by Analytical Strength Index

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.

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Age: 18–40
€0M–€200M
Showing 16 of 16

Player Rankings

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

#1

Arthur

Bayer 04 Leverkusen23 years old

8.0M

59.1

#2

Joe Scally

Borussia Mönchengladbach23 years old

7.0M

57.4

#3

Kosta Nedeljkovic

RB Leipzig20 years old

6.0M

54.6

#4

Elias Baum

Eintracht Frankfurt20 years old

4.0M

49.4

#5

Arkadiusz Pyrka

FC St. Pauli23 years old

3.5M

48.6

#6

William Mikelbrencis

Hamburger SV22 years old

3.0M

42.8

#7

Jan Bürger

VfL Wolfsburg19 years old

3.0M

41.9

#8

Luca Erlein

TSG 1899 Hoffenheim19 years old

1.3M

31.3

#9

Kacper Koscierski

VfL Bochum19 years old

700K

23.5

#10

Fin Stevens

FC St. Pauli23 years old

500K

20.4

#11

Simon Walde

Borussia Mönchengladbach21 years old

500K

19.8

#12

Christopher Olivier

VfB Stuttgart20 years old

500K

19.5

#13

Julian Eitschberger

Hertha BSC22 years old

350K

15.5

#14

Lion Semic

Borussia Dortmund22 years old

300K

13.6

#15

Niklas Jessen

Borussia Dortmund23 years old

200K

8.7

#16

Mattis Hoppe

VfB Stuttgart23 years old

150K

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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 Right-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 12 clubs with €39.0M combined value.

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Players Tracked

Age Distribution: Bundesliga Young Right-Backs

The Bundesliga RB market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (10 players, 63% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €23.5M, averaging €2.4M per player.

U21 years6 players (38%)
15.5MAvg: €2.6M
Top player: Kosta Nedeljkovic (€6.0M)
21-23 years10 players (63%)
23.5MAvg: €2.4M
Top player: Arthur (€8.0M)

Top Young Right-Backs by Age Bracket

U21 Years (6 players)

1. Kosta Nedeljkovic(20yo)
6.0M
2. Elias Baum(20yo)
4.0M
3. Jan Bürger(19yo)
3.0M
4. Luca Erlein(19yo)
1.3M
5. Kacper Koscierski(19yo)
700K

21-23 Years (10 players)

1. Arthur(23yo)
8.0M
2. Joe Scally(23yo)
7.0M
3. Arkadiusz Pyrka(23yo)
3.5M
4. William Mikelbrencis(22yo)
3.0M
5. Fin Stevens(23yo)
500K

Market Value Distribution

Elite Tier Concentration

38%of market value

The top 2 Young Right-Backs (13% of players) control €15.0M

1. Arthur8.0M
2. Joe Scally7.0M

Market Tiers

Mid (€5-15M)3 players (19%)
21.0M
Emerging (<€5M)13 players (81%)
18.0M

Market structure shows distributed value with mid (€5-15m) tier representing 19% of the Bundesliga RB pool.

Mid (€5-15M)

1. Arthur
Bayer 04 Leverkusen8.0M
2. Joe Scally
Borussia Mönchengladbach7.0M
3. Kosta Nedeljkovic
RB Leipzig6.0M

Emerging (<€5M)

1. Elias Baum
Eintracht Frankfurt4.0M
2. Arkadiusz Pyrka
FC St. Pauli3.5M
3. William Mikelbrencis
Hamburger SV3.0M
4. Jan Bürger
VfL Wolfsburg3.0M
5. Luca Erlein
TSG 1899 Hoffenheim1.3M

Club Distribution: Bundesliga Young Right-Backs

Among 12 Bundesliga clubs, Bayer 04 Leverkusen leads with 1 Young Right-Backs worth €8.0M (averaging €8.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 81% of tracked Young Right-Backs.

#1
Bayer 04 Leverkusen
1 players • €8.0M
#2
Borussia Mönchengladbach
2 players • €7.5M
#3
RB Leipzig
1 players • €6.0M
#4
Eintracht Frankfurt
1 players • €4.0M
#5
FC St. Pauli
2 players • €4.0M
#6
Hamburger SV
1 players • €3.0M
#7
VfL Wolfsburg
1 players • €3.0M
#8
TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
1 players • €1.3M
#9
VfL Bochum
1 players • €700K
#10
VfB Stuttgart
2 players • €650K

Bayer 04 Leverkusen (1 Young Right-Backs)

Arthur(23yo)
8.0M

Borussia Mönchengladbach (2 Young Right-Backs)

Joe Scally(23yo)
7.0M
Simon Walde(21yo)
500K

RB Leipzig (1 Young Right-Backs)

Kosta Nedeljkovic(20yo)
6.0M

Eintracht Frankfurt (1 Young Right-Backs)

Elias Baum(20yo)
4.0M

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)

Bayer 04 Leverkusen's Arthur at 23 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 16.00×. That means Arthur is valued 16.00× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.

In second is Borussia Mönchengladbach's Joe Scally, who is 23 years old, with a 14.00× PPVE. Third is Arkadiusz Pyrka of FC St. Pauli, who is 23 years old with a 7.00× 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 16.00× means the player is worth 1500% more than typical players their age-making them high-value targets before they reach peak value.

PPVE by Age Bracket

ArthurBayer 04 Leverkusen
21-23 • 23yo16.00×
€8.0M • 1500% above median
Joe ScallyBorussia Mönchengladbach
21-23 • 23yo14.00×
€7.0M • 1300% above median
Arkadiusz PyrkaFC St. Pauli
21-23 • 23yo7.00×
€3.5M • 600% above median
William MikelbrencisHamburger SV
21-23 • 22yo6.00×
€3.0M • 500% above median
Kosta NedeljkovicRB Leipzig
U21 • 20yo2.00×
€6.0M • 100% above median
Elias BaumEintracht Frankfurt
U21 • 20yo1.33×
€4.0M • 33% above median
Jan BürgerVfL Wolfsburg
U21 • 19yo1.00×
€3.0M • 0% above median
Fin StevensFC St. Pauli
21-23 • 23yo1.00×
€500K • 0% above median
Simon WaldeBorussia Mönchengladbach
21-23 • 21yo1.00×
€500K • 0% above median
Julian EitschbergerHertha BSC
21-23 • 22yo0.70×
€350K • -30% above median
Lion SemicBorussia Dortmund
21-23 • 22yo0.60×
€300K • -40% above median
Luca ErleinTSG 1899 Hoffenheim
U21 • 19yo0.43×
€1.3M • -57% above median
Niklas JessenBorussia Dortmund
21-23 • 23yo0.40×
€200K • -60% above median
Mattis HoppeVfB Stuttgart
21-23 • 23yo0.30×
€150K • -70% above median
Kacper KoscierskiVfL Bochum
U21 • 19yo0.23×
€700K • -77% above median
RankPlayerAgeBracketCurrent ValueBracket MedianPPVE
#1
Arthur
Bayer 04 Leverkusen
2321-238.0M500K16.00×
#2
Joe Scally
Borussia Mönchengladbach
2321-237.0M500K14.00×
#3
Arkadiusz Pyrka
FC St. Pauli
2321-233.5M500K7.00×
#4
William Mikelbrencis
Hamburger SV
2221-233.0M500K6.00×
#5
Kosta Nedeljkovic
RB Leipzig
20U216.0M3.0M2.00×
#6
Elias Baum
Eintracht Frankfurt
20U214.0M3.0M1.33×
#7
Jan Bürger
VfL Wolfsburg
19U213.0M3.0M1.00×
#8
Fin Stevens
FC St. Pauli
2321-23500K500K1.00×
#9
Simon Walde
Borussia Mönchengladbach
2121-23500K500K1.00×
#10
Julian Eitschberger
Hertha BSC
2221-23350K500K0.70×
#11
Lion Semic
Borussia Dortmund
2221-23300K500K0.60×
#12
Luca Erlein
TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
19U211.3M3.0M0.43×
#13
Niklas Jessen
Borussia Dortmund
2321-23200K500K0.40×
#14
Mattis Hoppe
VfB Stuttgart
2321-23150K500K0.30×
#15
Kacper Koscierski
VfL Bochum
19U21700K3.0M0.23×
#16
Christopher Olivier
VfB Stuttgart
20U21500K3.0M0.17×

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)

VfL Bochum's Kacper Koscierski at 19 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +48%. That means Kacper Koscierski is projected to appreciate 48% as they reach their peak age in 7 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.

In second is VfL Wolfsburg's Jan Bürger, who is 19 years old, with a +48% RPP (7 years to peak). Third is Luca Erlein of TSG 1899 Hoffenheim, who is 19 years old with a +48% RPP (7 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

Kacper KoscierskiVfL Bochum
7yr to peak+48%
700K1.3M
Jan BürgerVfL Wolfsburg
7yr to peak+48%
3.0M5.8M
Luca ErleinTSG 1899 Hoffenheim
7yr to peak+48%
1.3M2.5M
Kosta NedeljkovicRB Leipzig
6yr to peak+44%
6.0M10.7M
Elias BaumEintracht Frankfurt
6yr to peak+44%
4.0M7.1M
Christopher OlivierVfB Stuttgart
6yr to peak+44%
500K894K
Simon WaldeBorussia Mönchengladbach
5yr to peak+40%
500K831K
Julian EitschbergerHertha BSC
4yr to peak+35%
350K541K
William MikelbrencisHamburger SV
4yr to peak+35%
3.0M4.6M
Lion SemicBorussia Dortmund
4yr to peak+35%
300K464K
Fin StevensFC St. Pauli
3yr to peak+30%
500K719K
ArthurBayer 04 Leverkusen
3yr to peak+30%
8.0M11.5M
Mattis HoppeVfB Stuttgart
3yr to peak+30%
150K216K
Joe ScallyBorussia Mönchengladbach
3yr to peak+30%
7.0M10.1M
Niklas JessenBorussia Dortmund
3yr to peak+30%
200K287K
RankPlayerAgeYears to PeakCurrentPeak ForecastRPP %
#1
Kacper Koscierski
VfL Bochum
197700K1.3M+48%
#2
Jan Bürger
VfL Wolfsburg
1973.0M5.8M+48%
#3
Luca Erlein
TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
1971.3M2.5M+48%
#4
Kosta Nedeljkovic
RB Leipzig
2066.0M10.7M+44%
#5
Elias Baum
Eintracht Frankfurt
2064.0M7.1M+44%
#6
Christopher Olivier
VfB Stuttgart
206500K894K+44%
#7
Simon Walde
Borussia Mönchengladbach
215500K831K+40%
#8
Julian Eitschberger
Hertha BSC
224350K541K+35%
#9
William Mikelbrencis
Hamburger SV
2243.0M4.6M+35%
#10
Lion Semic
Borussia Dortmund
224300K464K+35%
#11
Fin Stevens
FC St. Pauli
233500K719K+30%
#12
Arthur
Bayer 04 Leverkusen
2338.0M11.5M+30%
#13
Mattis Hoppe
VfB Stuttgart
233150K216K+30%
#14
Joe Scally
Borussia Mönchengladbach
2337.0M10.1M+30%
#15
Niklas Jessen
Borussia Dortmund
233200K287K+30%
#16
Arkadiusz Pyrka
FC St. Pauli
2333.5M5.0M+30%

Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)

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

Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)

VfL Bochum's Kacper Koscierski has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 40.4. That means Kacper Koscierski has 10% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.

In second is VfL Wolfsburg's Jan Bürger with a 40.4 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Kosta Nedeljkovic of RB Leipzig with a 40.4 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty).

How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 40.4 means the upside is 40.4× greater than the uncertainty-making it a high-confidence growth opportunity. Target RAU ≥2.0 for balanced risk-reward.

Risk-Adjusted Upside by Player

Kacper KoscierskiVfL Bochum
10% / ±0%40.4
Range: €683K - €861K
Jan BürgerVfL Wolfsburg
10% / ±0%40.4
Range: €2.9M - €3.7M
Kosta NedeljkovicRB Leipzig
10% / ±0%40.4
Range: €5.9M - €7.4M
Elias BaumEintracht Frankfurt
10% / ±0%40.4
Range: €3.9M - €4.9M
Christopher OlivierVfB Stuttgart
10% / ±0%40.4
Range: €488K - €615K
Luca ErleinTSG 1899 Hoffenheim
10% / ±0%40.4
Range: €1.3M - €1.6M
Julian EitschbergerHertha BSC
1% / ±0%7.0
Range: €320K - €391K
Lion SemicBorussia Dortmund
1% / ±0%7.0
Range: €274K - €335K
William MikelbrencisHamburger SV
1% / ±0%7.0
Range: €2.7M - €3.3M
Simon WaldeBorussia Mönchengladbach
1% / ±0%6.1
Range: €449K - €565K
RankPlayerExpectedRangeUpside %RAU
#1
Kacper Koscierski
VfL Bochum
772K683K-861K+10%40.4
#2
Jan Bürger
VfL Wolfsburg
3.3M2.9M-3.7M+10%40.4
#3
Kosta Nedeljkovic
RB Leipzig
6.6M5.9M-7.4M+10%40.4
#4
Elias Baum
Eintracht Frankfurt
4.4M3.9M-4.9M+10%40.4
#5
Christopher Olivier
VfB Stuttgart
551K488K-615K+10%40.4
#6
Luca Erlein
TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
1.4M1.3M-1.6M+10%40.4
#7
Julian Eitschberger
Hertha BSC
355K320K-391K+1%7.0
#8
Lion Semic
Borussia Dortmund
304K274K-335K+1%7.0
#9
William Mikelbrencis
Hamburger SV
3.0M2.7M-3.3M+1%7.0
#10
Simon Walde
Borussia Mönchengladbach
507K449K-565K+1%6.1

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 right-back position shows weak depth (avg Z-score: -0.00). RPI: -0.00.

Position Depth Analysis

16
Total Players
-0.00
Avg Z-Score
-0.00
RPI Score
Weak DepthStrong Depth
-3.00+3.0

Highest Z-Scores

Arthur+2.19
Joe Scally+1.79
Kosta Nedeljkovic+1.40
Elias Baum+0.61
Arkadiusz Pyrka+0.42

Lowest Z-Scores

Mattis Hoppe-0.90
Niklas Jessen-0.88
Lion Semic-0.84
Julian Eitschberger-0.82
Christopher Olivier-0.76

Age-Share Concentration (ASC)

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

Understanding Age-Share Concentration (ASC)

Borussia Mönchengladbach's Joe Scally in the 21-23 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-2.2%. That means Arthur captures 60.3% of total market value while representing only 62.5% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.

In second is Borussia Dortmund's Lion Semic with a +-2.2% ASC (60.3% value share vs 62.5% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Niklas Jessen of Borussia Dortmund with a +-2.2% ASC (60.3% value vs 62.5% players in 21-23 bracket).

How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-2.2% ASC means the player captures -2.2% more market value than their numerical representation-indicating marquee status. ASC > +15% = elite dominance, ASC < -15% = potential value targets.

Value Concentration by Player

Joe ScallyBorussia Mönchengladbach
21-23-2.2%
60.3% value share / 62.5% player share
Lion SemicBorussia Dortmund
21-23-2.2%
60.3% value share / 62.5% player share
Niklas JessenBorussia Dortmund
21-23-2.2%
60.3% value share / 62.5% player share
Fin StevensFC St. Pauli
21-23-2.2%
60.3% value share / 62.5% player share
Arkadiusz PyrkaFC St. Pauli
21-23-2.2%
60.3% value share / 62.5% player share
Mattis HoppeVfB Stuttgart
21-23-2.2%
60.3% value share / 62.5% player share
Julian EitschbergerHertha BSC
21-23-2.2%
60.3% value share / 62.5% player share
William MikelbrencisHamburger SV
21-23-2.2%
60.3% value share / 62.5% player share
Simon WaldeBorussia Mönchengladbach
21-23-2.2%
60.3% value share / 62.5% player share
ArthurBayer 04 Leverkusen
21-23-2.2%
60.3% value share / 62.5% player share
Jan BürgerVfL Wolfsburg
U21+2.2%
39.7% value share / 37.5% player share
Luca ErleinTSG 1899 Hoffenheim
U21+2.2%
39.7% value share / 37.5% player share
Kacper KoscierskiVfL Bochum
U21+2.2%
39.7% value share / 37.5% player share
Elias BaumEintracht Frankfurt
U21+2.2%
39.7% value share / 37.5% player share
Christopher OlivierVfB Stuttgart
U21+2.2%
39.7% value share / 37.5% player share
RankPlayerAge BracketValue SharePlayer ShareASC
#1
Joe Scally
Borussia Mönchengladbach
21-2360.3%62.5%-2.2%
#2
Lion Semic
Borussia Dortmund
21-2360.3%62.5%-2.2%
#3
Niklas Jessen
Borussia Dortmund
21-2360.3%62.5%-2.2%
#4
Fin Stevens
FC St. Pauli
21-2360.3%62.5%-2.2%
#5
Arkadiusz Pyrka
FC St. Pauli
21-2360.3%62.5%-2.2%
#6
Mattis Hoppe
VfB Stuttgart
21-2360.3%62.5%-2.2%
#7
Julian Eitschberger
Hertha BSC
21-2360.3%62.5%-2.2%
#8
William Mikelbrencis
Hamburger SV
21-2360.3%62.5%-2.2%
#9
Simon Walde
Borussia Mönchengladbach
21-2360.3%62.5%-2.2%
#10
Arthur
Bayer 04 Leverkusen
21-2360.3%62.5%-2.2%
#11
Jan Bürger
VfL Wolfsburg
U2139.7%37.5%+2.2%
#12
Luca Erlein
TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
U2139.7%37.5%+2.2%
#13
Kacper Koscierski
VfL Bochum
U2139.7%37.5%+2.2%
#14
Elias Baum
Eintracht Frankfurt
U2139.7%37.5%+2.2%
#15
Christopher Olivier
VfB Stuttgart
U2139.7%37.5%+2.2%
#16
Kosta Nedeljkovic
RB Leipzig
U2139.7%37.5%+2.2%

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, 6 standard acquisitions, 10 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.

BUY NOW - High Upside

No players in this category

WATCH LIST - High Upside

Arthur
23yo • Bayer 04 Leverkusen
8.0M
Joe Scally
23yo • Borussia Mönchengladbach
7.0M
Arkadiusz Pyrka
23yo • FC St. Pauli
3.5M
William Mikelbrencis
22yo • Hamburger SV
3.0M
Fin Stevens
23yo • FC St. Pauli
500K
Simon Walde
21yo • Borussia Mönchengladbach
500K
Julian Eitschberger
22yo • Hertha BSC
350K
Lion Semic
22yo • Borussia Dortmund
300K
Niklas Jessen
23yo • Borussia Dortmund
200K
Mattis Hoppe
23yo • VfB Stuttgart
150K

BUY NOW - Medium Upside

Kosta Nedeljkovic
20yo • RB Leipzig
6.0M
Elias Baum
20yo • Eintracht Frankfurt
4.0M
Jan Bürger
19yo • VfL Wolfsburg
3.0M
Luca Erlein
19yo • TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
1.3M
Kacper Koscierski
19yo • VfL Bochum
700K
Christopher Olivier
20yo • VfB Stuttgart
500K

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 €300K. 0 undervalued, 0 premium.

Value Positioning vs Peers

Joe ScallyBorussia Mönchengladbach
7.0M-1.00
Fair value
Christopher OlivierVfB Stuttgart
500K-0.35
Fair value
Kacper KoscierskiVfL Bochum
700K-0.26
Fair value
Mattis HoppeVfB Stuttgart
150K-0.13
Fair value
Niklas JessenBorussia Dortmund
200K-0.11
Fair value
Lion SemicBorussia Dortmund
300K-0.07
Fair value
Julian EitschbergerHertha BSC
350K-0.06
Fair value
Luca ErleinTSG 1899 Hoffenheim
1.3M0.00
Fair value
Fin StevensFC St. Pauli
500K0.00
Fair value
Kosta NedeljkovicRB Leipzig
6.0M0.00
Fair value
Simon WaldeBorussia Mönchengladbach
500K0.00
Fair value
ArthurBayer 04 Leverkusen
8.0M0.00
Fair value
Jan BürgerVfL Wolfsburg
3.0M+0.74
Fair value
William MikelbrencisHamburger SV
3.0M+0.93
Fair value
Arkadiusz PyrkaFC St. Pauli
3.5M+1.11
Premium
PlayerMarket ValuePosition MedianZ-ScoreAssessment
Joe Scally
Borussia Mönchengladbach
7.0M1.3M-1.00Good Value
Christopher Olivier
VfB Stuttgart
500K1.3M-0.35Fair Value
Kacper Koscierski
VfL Bochum
700K1.3M-0.26Fair Value
Mattis Hoppe
VfB Stuttgart
150K1.3M-0.13Fair Value
Niklas Jessen
Borussia Dortmund
200K1.3M-0.11Fair Value
Lion Semic
Borussia Dortmund
300K1.3M-0.07Fair Value
Julian Eitschberger
Hertha BSC
350K1.3M-0.06Fair Value
Luca Erlein
TSG 1899 Hoffenheim
1.3M1.3M0.00Fair Value
Fin Stevens
FC St. Pauli
500K1.3M0.00Fair Value
Kosta Nedeljkovic
RB Leipzig
6.0M1.3M0.00Fair Value
Simon Walde
Borussia Mönchengladbach
500K1.3M0.00Fair Value
Arthur
Bayer 04 Leverkusen
8.0M1.3M0.00Fair Value
Jan Bürger
VfL Wolfsburg
3.0M1.3M+0.74Above Market
William Mikelbrencis
Hamburger SV
3.0M1.3M+0.93Above Market
Arkadiusz Pyrka
FC St. Pauli
3.5M1.3M+1.11Above Market
Elias Baum
Eintracht Frankfurt
4.0M1.3M+1.17Above Market

Market Overview: Bundesliga Young Right-Backs 2024-25

Our database tracked 16 Bundesliga Young Right-Backs in the 2024-25 season, representing 12 clubs with a combined market value of €39.0M. The average market value for Bundesliga Young Right-Backs was €2.4M, with the average age at 21 years old.

The most valuable young right-back in the Bundesliga was Arthur, worth €8.0M and played for Bayer 04 Leverkusen at 23 years old. The top 5 Young Right-Backs averaged €5.7M in market value, including Joe Scally and Kosta Nedeljkovic.

Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young right-back was Jan Bürger (19 years, VfL Wolfsburg, €3.0M), while the oldest was Arthur (23 years, Bayer 04 Leverkusen, €8.0M). Research shows Young Right-Backs typically peak at age 28.

Historical analysis showed 10 Young Right-Backs (63%) 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 Right-Backs remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2024-25 season.

How We Rank Bundesliga Young Right-Backs

Our Analytical Strength Index is calibrated specifically for young right-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 RB

Historical Achievement Index (35%)

Peak career market value for Bundesliga young right-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 right-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 28 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.

RB Performance Benchmarks

Peak Age: 28 years (balance of physicality and tactical intelligence)

Decline Rate: Widening steps, not a flat rate: about -5% at 29, -10% at 30, steeper from 31 (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: Compounding and banded around a peak of 28: +25%/year through age 21, +15% at 22-23, +10% up to the year before peak, then -5%, -10% and steeper with each later band. Growth is damped above €30M.

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 right-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 Right-Backs in the 2024-25 season

Who are the most valuable Young Right-Backs in the Bundesliga in 2024-25?

The most valuable young right-back in the Bundesliga in 2024-25 is Arthur, who is worth €8.0M and plays for Bayer 04 Leverkusen. The second most valuable is Joe Scally (€7.0M, Borussia Mönchengladbach), followed by Kosta Nedeljkovic (€6.0M, RB Leipzig). Our database tracks 16 Bundesliga Young Right-Backs with comprehensive market valuations updated for the 2024-25 season.

How are Bundesliga Young Right-Backs ranked?

Bundesliga Young Right-Backs are ranked by our proprietary Analytical Strength Index, which is specifically calibrated for Young Right-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 Right-Backs peak?

Defenders typically peak at age 28. In our valuation model, value then falls in widening steps rather than at a flat annual rate: around -5% at 29, -10% at 30, and -25% or more from 31. 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 right-back from the Bundesliga?

Transfer fees for Bundesliga Young Right-Backs vary significantly based on market value, contract length, and club bargaining position. For the top-ranked young right-back Arthur (market value: €8.0M), estimated transfer fees would range from €6.4M to €11.2M 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 Right-Backs?

Our 1-year forecast model projects market value changes for Bundesliga Young Right-Backs based on age-curve depreciation, historical trajectory, and playing time adjustments. The forecast combines three factors: age-based appreciation/depreciation (pre-peak players compound gains toward their position's peak age, up to +25% a year through age 21 and easing as they approach it, while post-peak players fall in widening steps), 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 right-back data come from?

Our Bundesliga young right-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 2024-25 season to ensure accuracy for recruitment and investment decisions.