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Under 23 · Eredivisie · 2024-25

Best U23 Young Attacking Midfielders in the Eredivisie

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

Best Young Attacking Midfielders in the Eredivisie (Jul 2026)

Ranked by Analytical Strength Index

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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

Kristian Hlynsson

FC Twente Enschede22 years old

6.1M

7.0M

+15.6%

6.4M8.4M

Expected: €7.4M

56.4

#2

Jakob Breum

Go Ahead Eagles22 years old

3.9M

4.5M

+15.6%

4.1M5.4M

Expected: €4.8M

50.9

#3

Ringo Meerveld

SC Heerenveen23 years old

3.5M

4.0M

+15.6%

3.7M4.8M

Expected: €4.3M

50.1

#4

Rayane Bounida

Ajax Amsterdam20 years old

1.3M

1.5M

+15.6%

1.5M2.0M

Expected: €1.7M

32.5

#5

Jochem Ritmeester van de Kamp

SC Telstar22 years old

822K

950K

+15.6%

875K1.1M

Expected: €1.0M

28.0

#6

Fedde de Jong

AZ Alkmaar23 years old

562K

650K

+15.6%

605K786K

Expected: €696K

23.9

#7

Mohamed Nassoh

NAC Breda23 years old

519K

600K

+15.6%

559K726K

Expected: €642K

22.9

#8

Luka Tunjic

Fortuna Sittardia Combinatie20 years old

432K

500K

+15.6%

488K659K

Expected: €573K

18.8

#9

Daan Huisman

Vitesse Arnhem23 years old

303K

350K

+15.6%

326K423K

Expected: €375K

16.2

#10

Raul Paula

NAC Breda22 years old

303K

350K

+15.6%

322K419K

Expected: €370K

15.6

#11

Rafik El Arguioui

FC Utrecht20 years old

303K

350K

+15.6%

341K461K

Expected: €401K

14.3

#12

Julian Oerip

AZ Alkmaar19 years old

216K

250K

+15.6%

253K342K

Expected: €298K

9.6

#13

Wassim Essanoussi

VVV-Venlo22 years old

173K

200K

+15.6%

184K239K

Expected: €212K

8.6

#14

Olivier de Nijs

Almere City FC21 years old

151K

175K

+15.6%

164K222K

Expected: €193K

6.3

#15

Gabriël Reiziger

PEC Zwolle20 years old

151K

175K

+15.6%

171K231K

Expected: €201K

5.7

#16

Samir Lagsir

PEC Zwolle23 years old

130K

150K

+15.6%

140K181K

Expected: €161K

5.6

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Market Intelligence

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Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Eredivisie Young Attacking Midfielders. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 13 clubs with €21.7M combined value.

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Players Tracked

Age Distribution: Eredivisie Young Attacking Midfielders

The Eredivisie CAM market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (11 players, 69% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €18.9M, averaging €1.7M per player.

U21 years5 players (31%)
2.8MAvg: €555K
Top player: Rayane Bounida (€1.5M)
21-23 years11 players (69%)
18.9MAvg: €1.7M
Top player: Kristian Hlynsson (€7.0M)

Top Young Attacking Midfielders by Age Bracket

U21 Years (5 players)

1. Rayane Bounida(20yo)
1.5M
2. Luka Tunjic(20yo)
500K
3. Rafik El Arguioui(20yo)
350K
4. Julian Oerip(19yo)
250K
5. Gabriël Reiziger(20yo)
175K

21-23 Years (11 players)

1. Kristian Hlynsson(22yo)
7.0M
2. Jakob Breum(22yo)
4.5M
3. Ringo Meerveld(23yo)
4.0M
4. Jochem Ritmeester van de Kamp(22yo)
950K
5. Fedde de Jong(23yo)
650K

Market Value Distribution

Elite Tier Concentration

53%of market value

The top 2 Young Attacking Midfielders (13% of players) control €11.5M

1. Kristian Hlynsson7.0M
2. Jakob Breum4.5M

Market Tiers

Mid (€5-15M)1 players (6%)
7.0M
Emerging (<€5M)15 players (94%)
14.7M

Market structure shows distributed value with mid (€5-15m) tier representing 6% of the Eredivisie CAM pool.

Mid (€5-15M)

1. Kristian Hlynsson
FC Twente Enschede7.0M

Emerging (<€5M)

1. Jakob Breum
Go Ahead Eagles4.5M
2. Ringo Meerveld
SC Heerenveen4.0M
3. Rayane Bounida
Ajax Amsterdam1.5M
4. Jochem Ritmeester van de Kamp
SC Telstar950K
5. Fedde de Jong
AZ Alkmaar650K

Club Distribution: Eredivisie Young Attacking Midfielders

Among 13 Eredivisie clubs, FC Twente Enschede leads with 1 Young Attacking Midfielders worth €7.0M (averaging €7.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 75% of tracked Young Attacking Midfielders.

#1
FC Twente Enschede
1 players • €7.0M
#2
Go Ahead Eagles
1 players • €4.5M
#3
SC Heerenveen
1 players • €4.0M
#4
Ajax Amsterdam
1 players • €1.5M
#5
SC Telstar
1 players • €950K
#6
NAC Breda
2 players • €950K
#7
AZ Alkmaar
2 players • €900K
#8
Fortuna Sittardia Combinatie
1 players • €500K
#9
Vitesse Arnhem
1 players • €350K
#10
FC Utrecht
1 players • €350K

FC Twente Enschede (1 Young Attacking Midfielders)

Kristian Hlynsson(22yo)
7.0M

Go Ahead Eagles (1 Young Attacking Midfielders)

Jakob Breum(22yo)
4.5M

SC Heerenveen (1 Young Attacking Midfielders)

Ringo Meerveld(23yo)
4.0M

Ajax Amsterdam (1 Young Attacking Midfielders)

Rayane Bounida(20yo)
1.5M

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)

FC Twente Enschede's Kristian Hlynsson at 22 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 11.67×. That means Kristian Hlynsson is valued 11.67× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.

In second is Go Ahead Eagles's Jakob Breum, who is 22 years old, with a 7.50× PPVE. Third is Ringo Meerveld of SC Heerenveen, who is 23 years old with a 6.67× 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 11.67× means the player is worth 1067% more than typical players their age-making them high-value targets before they reach peak value.

PPVE by Age Bracket

Kristian HlynssonFC Twente Enschede
21-23 • 22yo11.67×
€7.0M • 1067% above median
Jakob BreumGo Ahead Eagles
21-23 • 22yo7.50×
€4.5M • 650% above median
Ringo MeerveldSC Heerenveen
21-23 • 23yo6.67×
€4.0M • 567% above median
Rayane BounidaAjax Amsterdam
U21 • 20yo4.29×
€1.5M • 329% above median
Jochem Ritmeester van de KampSC Telstar
21-23 • 22yo1.58×
€950K • 58% above median
Luka TunjicFortuna Sittardia Combinatie
U21 • 20yo1.43×
€500K • 43% above median
Fedde de JongAZ Alkmaar
21-23 • 23yo1.08×
€650K • 8% above median
Mohamed NassohNAC Breda
21-23 • 23yo1.00×
€600K • 0% above median
Rafik El ArguiouiFC Utrecht
U21 • 20yo1.00×
€350K • 0% above median
Julian OeripAZ Alkmaar
U21 • 19yo0.71×
€250K • -29% above median
Daan HuismanVitesse Arnhem
21-23 • 23yo0.58×
€350K • -42% above median
Raul PaulaNAC Breda
21-23 • 22yo0.58×
€350K • -42% above median
Gabriël ReizigerPEC Zwolle
U21 • 20yo0.50×
€175K • -50% above median
Wassim EssanoussiVVV-Venlo
21-23 • 22yo0.33×
€200K • -67% above median
Olivier de NijsAlmere City FC
21-23 • 21yo0.29×
€175K • -71% above median
RankPlayerAgeBracketCurrent ValueBracket MedianPPVE
#1
Kristian Hlynsson
FC Twente Enschede
2221-237.0M600K11.67×
#2
Jakob Breum
Go Ahead Eagles
2221-234.5M600K7.50×
#3
Ringo Meerveld
SC Heerenveen
2321-234.0M600K6.67×
#4
Rayane Bounida
Ajax Amsterdam
20U211.5M350K4.29×
#5
Jochem Ritmeester van de Kamp
SC Telstar
2221-23950K600K1.58×
#6
Luka Tunjic
Fortuna Sittardia Combinatie
20U21500K350K1.43×
#7
Fedde de Jong
AZ Alkmaar
2321-23650K600K1.08×
#8
Mohamed Nassoh
NAC Breda
2321-23600K600K1.00×
#9
Rafik El Arguioui
FC Utrecht
20U21350K350K1.00×
#10
Julian Oerip
AZ Alkmaar
19U21250K350K0.71×
#11
Daan Huisman
Vitesse Arnhem
2321-23350K600K0.58×
#12
Raul Paula
NAC Breda
2221-23350K600K0.58×
#13
Gabriël Reiziger
PEC Zwolle
20U21175K350K0.50×
#14
Wassim Essanoussi
VVV-Venlo
2221-23200K600K0.33×
#15
Olivier de Nijs
Almere City FC
2121-23175K600K0.29×
#16
Samir Lagsir
PEC Zwolle
2321-23150K600K0.25×

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)

AZ Alkmaar's Julian Oerip at 19 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +40%. That means Julian Oerip is projected to appreciate 40% as they reach their peak age in 7 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.

In second is Ajax Amsterdam's Rayane Bounida, who is 20 years old, with a +35% RPP (6 years to peak). Third is Rafik El Arguioui of FC Utrecht, 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 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

Julian OeripAZ Alkmaar
7yr to peak+40%
250K415K
Rayane BounidaAjax Amsterdam
6yr to peak+35%
1.5M2.3M
Rafik El ArguiouiFC Utrecht
6yr to peak+35%
350K541K
Gabriël ReizigerPEC Zwolle
6yr to peak+35%
175K270K
Luka TunjicFortuna Sittardia Combinatie
6yr to peak+35%
500K773K
Olivier de NijsAlmere City FC
5yr to peak+30%
175K252K
Raul PaulaNAC Breda
4yr to peak+25%
350K468K
Jochem Ritmeester van de KampSC Telstar
4yr to peak+25%
950K1.3M
Kristian HlynssonFC Twente Enschede
4yr to peak+25%
7.0M9.4M
Jakob BreumGo Ahead Eagles
4yr to peak+25%
4.5M6.0M
Wassim EssanoussiVVV-Venlo
4yr to peak+25%
200K267K
Daan HuismanVitesse Arnhem
3yr to peak+20%
350K435K
Samir LagsirPEC Zwolle
3yr to peak+20%
150K186K
Mohamed NassohNAC Breda
3yr to peak+20%
600K746K
Ringo MeerveldSC Heerenveen
3yr to peak+20%
4.0M5.0M
RankPlayerAgeYears to PeakCurrentPeak ForecastRPP %
#1
Julian Oerip
AZ Alkmaar
197250K415K+40%
#2
Rayane Bounida
Ajax Amsterdam
2061.5M2.3M+35%
#3
Rafik El Arguioui
FC Utrecht
206350K541K+35%
#4
Gabriël Reiziger
PEC Zwolle
206175K270K+35%
#5
Luka Tunjic
Fortuna Sittardia Combinatie
206500K773K+35%
#6
Olivier de Nijs
Almere City FC
215175K252K+30%
#7
Raul Paula
NAC Breda
224350K468K+25%
#8
Jochem Ritmeester van de Kamp
SC Telstar
224950K1.3M+25%
#9
Kristian Hlynsson
FC Twente Enschede
2247.0M9.4M+25%
#10
Jakob Breum
Go Ahead Eagles
2244.5M6.0M+25%
#11
Wassim Essanoussi
VVV-Venlo
224200K267K+25%
#12
Daan Huisman
Vitesse Arnhem
233350K435K+20%
#13
Samir Lagsir
PEC Zwolle
233150K186K+20%
#14
Mohamed Nassoh
NAC Breda
233600K746K+20%
#15
Ringo Meerveld
SC Heerenveen
2334.0M5.0M+20%
#16
Fedde de Jong
AZ Alkmaar
233650K808K+20%

Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)

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

Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)

AZ Alkmaar's Julian Oerip has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 53.6. That means Julian Oerip has 19% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.

In second is FC Utrecht's Rafik El Arguioui with a 42.8 RAU (15% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Gabriël Reiziger of PEC Zwolle with a 42.8 RAU (15% upside, 0% uncertainty).

How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 53.6 means the upside is 53.6× greater than the uncertainty-making it a high-confidence growth opportunity. Target RAU ≥2.0 for balanced risk-reward.

Risk-Adjusted Upside by Player

Julian OeripAZ Alkmaar
19% / ±0%53.6
Range: €253K - €342K
Rafik El ArguiouiFC Utrecht
15% / ±0%42.8
Range: €341K - €461K
Gabriël ReizigerPEC Zwolle
15% / ±0%42.8
Range: €171K - €231K
Luka TunjicFortuna Sittardia Combinatie
15% / ±0%42.8
Range: €488K - €659K
Rayane BounidaAjax Amsterdam
15% / ±0%42.8
Range: €1.5M - €2.0M
Olivier de NijsAlmere City FC
10% / ±0%31.1
Range: €164K - €222K
Samir LagsirPEC Zwolle
7% / ±0%25.4
Range: €140K - €181K
Mohamed NassohNAC Breda
7% / ±0%25.4
Range: €559K - €726K
Ringo MeerveldSC Heerenveen
7% / ±0%25.4
Range: €3.7M - €4.8M
Fedde de JongAZ Alkmaar
7% / ±0%25.4
Range: €605K - €786K
Daan HuismanVitesse Arnhem
7% / ±0%25.4
Range: €326K - €423K
Jakob BreumGo Ahead Eagles
6% / ±0%21.2
Range: €4.1M - €5.4M
Kristian HlynssonFC Twente Enschede
6% / ±0%21.2
Range: €6.4M - €8.4M
Raul PaulaNAC Breda
6% / ±0%21.2
Range: €322K - €419K
Wassim EssanoussiVVV-Venlo
6% / ±0%21.2
Range: €184K - €239K
RankPlayerExpectedRangeUpside %RAU
#1
Julian Oerip
AZ Alkmaar
298K253K-342K+19%53.6
#2
Rafik El Arguioui
FC Utrecht
401K341K-461K+15%42.8
#3
Gabriël Reiziger
PEC Zwolle
201K171K-231K+15%42.8
#4
Luka Tunjic
Fortuna Sittardia Combinatie
573K488K-659K+15%42.8
#5
Rayane Bounida
Ajax Amsterdam
1.7M1.5M-2.0M+15%42.8
#6
Olivier de Nijs
Almere City FC
193K164K-222K+10%31.1
#7
Samir Lagsir
PEC Zwolle
161K140K-181K+7%25.4
#8
Mohamed Nassoh
NAC Breda
642K559K-726K+7%25.4
#9
Ringo Meerveld
SC Heerenveen
4.3M3.7M-4.8M+7%25.4
#10
Fedde de Jong
AZ Alkmaar
696K605K-786K+7%25.4
#11
Daan Huisman
Vitesse Arnhem
375K326K-423K+7%25.4
#12
Jakob Breum
Go Ahead Eagles
4.8M4.1M-5.4M+6%21.2
#13
Kristian Hlynsson
FC Twente Enschede
7.4M6.4M-8.4M+6%21.2
#14
Raul Paula
NAC Breda
370K322K-419K+6%21.2
#15
Wassim Essanoussi
VVV-Venlo
212K184K-239K+6%21.2
#16
Jochem Ritmeester van de Kamp
SC Telstar
1.0M875K-1.1M+6%21.2

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 attacking midfielder position shows strong 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

Kristian Hlynsson+2.90
Jakob Breum+1.62
Ringo Meerveld+1.36
Rayane Bounida+0.07
Jochem Ritmeester van de Kamp+-0.21

Lowest Z-Scores

Samir Lagsir-0.62
Gabriël Reiziger-0.61
Olivier de Nijs-0.61
Wassim Essanoussi-0.59
Julian Oerip-0.57

Age-Share Concentration (ASC)

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

Understanding Age-Share Concentration (ASC)

Ajax Amsterdam's Rayane Bounida in the U21 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-18.5%. That means Rayane Bounida captures 12.8% of total market value while representing only 31.3% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.

In second is FC Utrecht's Rafik El Arguioui with a +-18.5% ASC (12.8% value share vs 31.3% player share in U21 bracket). Third is Gabriël Reiziger of PEC Zwolle with a +-18.5% ASC (12.8% value vs 31.3% players in U21 bracket).

How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-18.5% ASC means the player captures -18.5% more market value than their numerical representation-indicating marquee status. ASC > +15% = elite dominance, ASC < -15% = potential value targets.

Value Concentration by Player

Rayane BounidaAjax Amsterdam
U21-18.5%
12.8% value share / 31.3% player share
Rafik El ArguiouiFC Utrecht
U21-18.5%
12.8% value share / 31.3% player share
Gabriël ReizigerPEC Zwolle
U21-18.5%
12.8% value share / 31.3% player share
Luka TunjicFortuna Sittardia Combinatie
U21-18.5%
12.8% value share / 31.3% player share
Julian OeripAZ Alkmaar
U21-18.5%
12.8% value share / 31.3% player share
Fedde de JongAZ Alkmaar
21-23+18.5%
87.2% value share / 68.8% player share
Daan HuismanVitesse Arnhem
21-23+18.5%
87.2% value share / 68.8% player share
Samir LagsirPEC Zwolle
21-23+18.5%
87.2% value share / 68.8% player share
Ringo MeerveldSC Heerenveen
21-23+18.5%
87.2% value share / 68.8% player share
Mohamed NassohNAC Breda
21-23+18.5%
87.2% value share / 68.8% player share
Jakob BreumGo Ahead Eagles
21-23+18.5%
87.2% value share / 68.8% player share
Kristian HlynssonFC Twente Enschede
21-23+18.5%
87.2% value share / 68.8% player share
Raul PaulaNAC Breda
21-23+18.5%
87.2% value share / 68.8% player share
Wassim EssanoussiVVV-Venlo
21-23+18.5%
87.2% value share / 68.8% player share
Jochem Ritmeester van de KampSC Telstar
21-23+18.5%
87.2% value share / 68.8% player share
RankPlayerAge BracketValue SharePlayer ShareASC
#1
Rayane Bounida
Ajax Amsterdam
U2112.8%31.3%-18.5%
#2
Rafik El Arguioui
FC Utrecht
U2112.8%31.3%-18.5%
#3
Gabriël Reiziger
PEC Zwolle
U2112.8%31.3%-18.5%
#4
Luka Tunjic
Fortuna Sittardia Combinatie
U2112.8%31.3%-18.5%
#5
Julian Oerip
AZ Alkmaar
U2112.8%31.3%-18.5%
#6
Fedde de Jong
AZ Alkmaar
21-2387.2%68.8%+18.5%
#7
Daan Huisman
Vitesse Arnhem
21-2387.2%68.8%+18.5%
#8
Samir Lagsir
PEC Zwolle
21-2387.2%68.8%+18.5%
#9
Ringo Meerveld
SC Heerenveen
21-2387.2%68.8%+18.5%
#10
Mohamed Nassoh
NAC Breda
21-2387.2%68.8%+18.5%
#11
Jakob Breum
Go Ahead Eagles
21-2387.2%68.8%+18.5%
#12
Kristian Hlynsson
FC Twente Enschede
21-2387.2%68.8%+18.5%
#13
Raul Paula
NAC Breda
21-2387.2%68.8%+18.5%
#14
Wassim Essanoussi
VVV-Venlo
21-2387.2%68.8%+18.5%
#15
Jochem Ritmeester van de Kamp
SC Telstar
21-2387.2%68.8%+18.5%
#16
Olivier de Nijs
Almere City FC
21-2387.2%68.8%+18.5%

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

BUY NOW - High Upside

Julian Oerip
19yo • AZ Alkmaar
250K

WATCH LIST - High Upside

No players in this category

BUY NOW - Medium Upside

Kristian Hlynsson
22yo • FC Twente Enschede
7.0M
Jakob Breum
22yo • Go Ahead Eagles
4.5M
Ringo Meerveld
23yo • SC Heerenveen
4.0M
Rayane Bounida
20yo • Ajax Amsterdam
1.5M
Jochem Ritmeester van de Kamp
22yo • SC Telstar
950K
Fedde de Jong
23yo • AZ Alkmaar
650K
Mohamed Nassoh
23yo • NAC Breda
600K
Luka Tunjic
20yo • Fortuna Sittardia Combinatie
500K
Daan Huisman
23yo • Vitesse Arnhem
350K
Raul Paula
22yo • NAC Breda
350K
Rafik El Arguioui
20yo • FC Utrecht
350K
Wassim Essanoussi
22yo • VVV-Venlo
200K
Olivier de Nijs
21yo • Almere City FC
175K
Gabriël Reiziger
20yo • PEC Zwolle
175K
Samir Lagsir
23yo • PEC Zwolle
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 €7.0M. 0 undervalued, 3 premium.

Value Positioning vs Peers

Gabriël ReizigerPEC Zwolle
175K-0.70
Fair value
Samir LagsirPEC Zwolle
150K-0.60
Fair value
Olivier de NijsAlmere City FC
175K-0.57
Fair value
Wassim EssanoussiVVV-Venlo
200K-0.53
Fair value
Julian OeripAZ Alkmaar
250K-0.40
Fair value
Daan HuismanVitesse Arnhem
350K-0.33
Fair value
Raul PaulaNAC Breda
350K-0.33
Fair value
Mohamed NassohNAC Breda
600K0.00
Fair value
Kristian HlynssonFC Twente Enschede
7.0M0.00
Fair value
Rafik El ArguiouiFC Utrecht
350K0.00
Fair value
Fedde de JongAZ Alkmaar
650K+0.07
Fair value
Jochem Ritmeester van de KampSC Telstar
950K+0.47
Fair value
Luka TunjicFortuna Sittardia Combinatie
500K+0.60
Fair value
Ringo MeerveldSC Heerenveen
4.0M+4.53
Premium
Rayane BounidaAjax Amsterdam
1.5M+4.60
Premium
PlayerMarket ValuePosition MedianZ-ScoreAssessment
Gabriël Reiziger
PEC Zwolle
175K500K-0.70Good Value
Samir Lagsir
PEC Zwolle
150K500K-0.60Good Value
Olivier de Nijs
Almere City FC
175K500K-0.57Good Value
Wassim Essanoussi
VVV-Venlo
200K500K-0.53Good Value
Julian Oerip
AZ Alkmaar
250K500K-0.40Fair Value
Daan Huisman
Vitesse Arnhem
350K500K-0.33Fair Value
Raul Paula
NAC Breda
350K500K-0.33Fair Value
Mohamed Nassoh
NAC Breda
600K500K0.00Fair Value
Kristian Hlynsson
FC Twente Enschede
7.0M500K0.00Fair Value
Rafik El Arguioui
FC Utrecht
350K500K0.00Fair Value
Fedde de Jong
AZ Alkmaar
650K500K+0.07Fair Value
Jochem Ritmeester van de Kamp
SC Telstar
950K500K+0.47Fair Value
Luka Tunjic
Fortuna Sittardia Combinatie
500K500K+0.60Above Market
Ringo Meerveld
SC Heerenveen
4.0M500K+4.53Premium
Rayane Bounida
Ajax Amsterdam
1.5M500K+4.60Premium
Jakob Breum
Go Ahead Eagles
4.5M500K+5.20Premium

Market Overview: Eredivisie Young Attacking Midfielders 2024-25

Our database tracked 16 Eredivisie Young Attacking Midfielders in the 2024-25 season, representing 13 clubs with a combined market value of €21.7M. The average market value for Eredivisie Young Attacking Midfielders was €1.4M, with the average age at 22 years old.

The most valuable young attacking midfielder in the Eredivisie was Kristian Hlynsson, worth €7.0M and played for FC Twente Enschede at 22 years old. The top 5 Young Attacking Midfielders averaged €3.6M in market value, including Jakob Breum and Ringo Meerveld.

Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young attacking midfielder was Julian Oerip (19 years, AZ Alkmaar, €250K), while the oldest was Ringo Meerveld (23 years, SC Heerenveen, €4.0M). Research shows Young Attacking Midfielders typically peak at age 26.

Historical analysis showed 16 Young Attacking 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 Eredivisie market for Young Attacking Midfielders remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2024-25 season.

How We Rank Eredivisie Young Attacking Midfielders

Our Analytical Strength Index is calibrated specifically for young attacking midfielders, 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 CAM

Historical Achievement Index (35%)

Peak career market value for Eredivisie young attacking midfielders, 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 Eredivisie young attacking midfielders, capturing recent form, injuries, and current performance level. Weighted to reflect age-related depreciation patterns.

Playing Time Utilization (18%)

Midfielders with 2,400+ minutes score highest, indicating regular starting role and sustained performance.

Age-Adjusted Performance Curve (12%)

Midfielders peak at 26-27 with 6.0%/year decline. Pre-peak players score higher on development trajectory.

Competition Level Adjustment (3%)

Eredivisie competition level factored into comparative strength assessment.

Performance Expectations Multiplier (2%)

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

CAM Performance Benchmarks

Peak Age: 26-27 years (technical skill and tactical awareness)

Decline Rate: 6.0% per year (technical skills age better than physical attributes)

Optimal Minutes: 2,400-2,500 per season (balance of involvement and recovery)

1-Year Market Value Forecast

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

Age Factor: Midfielder -6.0%/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: ±12-15% confidence interval

Research Foundation

Dendir (2016): Age-performance curves for young attacking midfielders

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 Eredivisie Young Attacking Midfielders in the 2024-25 season

Who are the most valuable Young Attacking Midfielders in the Eredivisie in 2024-25?

The most valuable young attacking midfielder in the Eredivisie in 2024-25 is Kristian Hlynsson, who is worth €7.0M and plays for FC Twente Enschede. The second most valuable is Jakob Breum (€4.5M, Go Ahead Eagles), followed by Ringo Meerveld (€4.0M, SC Heerenveen). Our database tracks 16 Eredivisie Young Attacking Midfielders with comprehensive market valuations updated for the 2024-25 season.

How are Eredivisie Young Attacking Midfielders ranked?

Eredivisie Young Attacking Midfielders are ranked by our proprietary Analytical Strength Index, which is specifically calibrated for Young Attacking Midfielders. 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 Eredivisie 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 Attacking Midfielders peak?

Attacking midfielders typically peak at age 26, with a decline rate of 6.5% per year after peak. This position demands high technical ability, creativity, and burst acceleration, which tend to decline faster than other midfielder attributes. The optimal playing time is around 2,400 minutes per season.

How much does it cost to sign a top young attacking midfielder from the Eredivisie?

Transfer fees for Eredivisie Young Attacking Midfielders vary significantly based on market value, contract length, and club bargaining position. For the top-ranked young attacking midfielder Kristian Hlynsson (market value: €7.0M), estimated transfer fees would range from €5.6M to €9.8M 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 Eredivisie transactions.

What is the value forecast for Eredivisie Young Attacking Midfielders?

Our 1-year forecast model projects market value changes for Eredivisie Young Attacking Midfielders 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-midfielders have ±12-15% 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 Eredivisie young attacking midfielder data come from?

Our Eredivisie young attacking midfielder 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 Eredivisie sources and updated monthly for the 2024-25 season to ensure accuracy for recruitment and investment decisions.