Best U23 Young Goalkeepers in the Eredivisie
8 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Best Young Goalkeepers in the Eredivisie (Apr 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Eredivisie Young Goalkeepers 2026-27
Our database tracked 8 Eredivisie Young Goalkeepers in the 2026-27 season, representing 7 clubs with a combined market value of €8.7M. The average market value for Eredivisie Young Goalkeepers was €1.1M, with the average age at 21.6 years old.
The most valuable young goalkeeper in the Eredivisie was Rome Jayden Owusu-Oduro, worth €6.0M and played for AZ Alkmaar at 21 years old. The top 5 Young Goalkeepers averaged €1.6M in market value, including Kayne van Oevelen and Tom de Graaff.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young goalkeeper was Bernt Klaverboer (20 years, SC Heerenveen, €300K), while the oldest was Kevin Gadellaa (23 years, FC Utrecht, €150K). Research shows Young Goalkeepers typically peak at age 29.
Historical analysis showed 8 Young Goalkeepers (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 Goalkeepers remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2026-27 season.
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Explore Market Size by Position in Eredivisie
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Eredivisie Young Goalkeepers. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 7 clubs with €8.7M combined value.
Age Distribution: Eredivisie Young Goalkeepers
The Eredivisie GK market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (7 players, 88% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €8.4M, averaging €1.2M per player.
Top Young Goalkeepers by Age Bracket
U21 Years (1 players)
21-23 Years (7 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 1 Young Goalkeepers (13% of players) control €6.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with mid (€5-15m) tier representing 13% of the Eredivisie GK pool.
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Eredivisie Young Goalkeepers
Among 7 Eredivisie clubs, AZ Alkmaar leads with 2 Young Goalkeepers worth €6.1M (averaging €3.1M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 100% of tracked Young Goalkeepers.
AZ Alkmaar (2 Young Goalkeepers)
FC Volendam (1 Young Goalkeepers)
PEC Zwolle (1 Young Goalkeepers)
FC Groningen (1 Young Goalkeepers)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Rome Jayden Owusu-Oduro
AZ Alkmaar • 21 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €7.4M
54.7
Kayne van Oevelen
FC Volendam • 22 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.2M
28.4
Tom de Graaff
PEC Zwolle • 21 years old
€519K
€600K
+15.6%
Expected: €741K
21.6
Lovro Stubljar
FC Groningen • 21 years old
€259K
€300K
+15.6%
Expected: €370K
12.6
Bernt Klaverboer
SC Heerenveen • 20 years old
€259K
€300K
+15.6%
Expected: €384K
12.4
Niek Schiks
PSV Eindhoven • 22 years old
€216K
€250K
+15.6%
Expected: €298K
10.4
Kevin Gadellaa
FC Utrecht • 23 years old
€130K
€150K
+15.6%
Expected: €172K
4.0
Daniël Virginio Deen
AZ Alkmaar • 23 years old
€108K
€125K
+15.6%
Expected: €143K
1.6
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)
AZ Alkmaar's Rome Jayden Owusu-Oduro at 21 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 20.00×. That means Rome Jayden Owusu-Oduro is valued 20.00× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is FC Volendam's Kayne van Oevelen, who is 22 years old, with a 3.33× PPVE. Third is Tom de Graaff of PEC Zwolle, who is 21 years old with a 2.00× 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 20.00× means the player is worth 1900% 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 | Rome Jayden Owusu-Oduro AZ Alkmaar | 21 | 21-23 | €6.0M | €300K | 20.00× |
| #2 | Kayne van Oevelen FC Volendam | 22 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €300K | 3.33× |
| #3 | Tom de Graaff PEC Zwolle | 21 | 21-23 | €600K | €300K | 2.00× |
| #4 | Bernt Klaverboer SC Heerenveen | 20 | U21 | €300K | €300K | 1.00× |
| #5 | Lovro Stubljar FC Groningen | 21 | 21-23 | €300K | €300K | 1.00× |
| #6 | Niek Schiks PSV Eindhoven | 22 | 21-23 | €250K | €300K | 0.83× |
| #7 | Kevin Gadellaa FC Utrecht | 23 | 21-23 | €150K | €300K | 0.50× |
| #8 | Daniël Virginio Deen AZ Alkmaar | 23 | 21-23 | €125K | €300K | 0.42× |
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)
SC Heerenveen's Bernt Klaverboer at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +48%. That means Bernt Klaverboer is projected to appreciate 48% as they reach their peak age in 6 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is AZ Alkmaar's Rome Jayden Owusu-Oduro, who is 21 years old, with a +44% RPP (5 years to peak). Third is Lovro Stubljar of FC Groningen, who is 21 years old with a +44% 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 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
| Rank | Player | Age | Years to Peak | Current | Peak Forecast | RPP % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Bernt Klaverboer SC Heerenveen | 20 | 6 | €300K | €576K | +48% |
| #2 | Rome Jayden Owusu-Oduro AZ Alkmaar | 21 | 5 | €6.0M | €10.7M | +44% |
| #3 | Lovro Stubljar FC Groningen | 21 | 5 | €300K | €536K | +44% |
| #4 | Tom de Graaff PEC Zwolle | 21 | 5 | €600K | €1.1M | +44% |
| #5 | Niek Schiks PSV Eindhoven | 22 | 4 | €250K | €415K | +40% |
| #6 | Kayne van Oevelen FC Volendam | 22 | 4 | €1.0M | €1.7M | +40% |
| #7 | Daniël Virginio Deen AZ Alkmaar | 23 | 3 | €125K | €193K | +35% |
| #8 | Kevin Gadellaa FC Utrecht | 23 | 3 | €150K | €232K | +35% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
SC Heerenveen's Bernt Klaverboer has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 118.5. That means Bernt Klaverboer has 28% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is FC Groningen's Lovro Stubljar with a 103.3 RAU (23% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Tom de Graaff of PEC Zwolle with a 103.3 RAU (23% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 118.5 means the upside is 118.5× 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 | Bernt Klaverboer SC Heerenveen | €384K | €348K-419K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #2 | Lovro Stubljar FC Groningen | €370K | €336K-405K | +23% | 103.3 |
| #3 | Tom de Graaff PEC Zwolle | €741K | €673K-809K | +23% | 103.3 |
| #4 | Rome Jayden Owusu-Oduro AZ Alkmaar | €7.4M | €6.7M-8.1M | +23% | 103.3 |
| #5 | Niek Schiks PSV Eindhoven | €298K | €274K-321K | +19% | 100.1 |
| #6 | Kayne van Oevelen FC Volendam | €1.2M | €1.1M-1.3M | +19% | 100.1 |
| #7 | Kevin Gadellaa FC Utrecht | €172K | €158K-186K | +15% | 79.9 |
| #8 | Daniël Virginio Deen AZ Alkmaar | €143K | €132K-155K | +15% | 79.9 |
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 goalkeeper position shows strong depth (avg Z-score: 0.00). RPI: 0.00.
Position Depth Analysis
Highest Z-Scores
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Age-Share Concentration (ASC)
Identifies players capturing disproportionate value relative to age group representation. Positive ASC = value concentration.
Understanding Age-Share Concentration (ASC)
SC Heerenveen's Bernt Klaverboer in the U21 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-9.1%. That means Bernt Klaverboer captures 3.4% of total market value while representing only 12.5% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is FC Utrecht's Kevin Gadellaa with a +9.1% ASC (96.6% value share vs 87.5% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Daniël Virginio Deen of AZ Alkmaar with a +9.1% ASC (96.6% value vs 87.5% players in 21-23 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-9.1% ASC means the player captures -9.1% more market value than their numerical representation—indicating marquee status. ASC > +15% = elite dominance, ASC < -15% = potential value targets.
Value Concentration by Player
| Rank | Player | Age Bracket | Value Share | Player Share | ASC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Bernt Klaverboer SC Heerenveen | U21 | 3.4% | 12.5% | -9.1% |
| #2 | Kevin Gadellaa FC Utrecht | 21-23 | 96.6% | 87.5% | +9.1% |
| #3 | Daniël Virginio Deen AZ Alkmaar | 21-23 | 96.6% | 87.5% | +9.1% |
| #4 | Rome Jayden Owusu-Oduro AZ Alkmaar | 21-23 | 96.6% | 87.5% | +9.1% |
| #5 | Niek Schiks PSV Eindhoven | 21-23 | 96.6% | 87.5% | +9.1% |
| #6 | Lovro Stubljar FC Groningen | 21-23 | 96.6% | 87.5% | +9.1% |
| #7 | Tom de Graaff PEC Zwolle | 21-23 | 96.6% | 87.5% | +9.1% |
| #8 | Kayne van Oevelen FC Volendam | 21-23 | 96.6% | 87.5% | +9.1% |
Buy-Now vs Wait-List Map
Categorizes players by age position and upside potential to guide timing of acquisition.
What This Shows
How to use: "Buy Now - High Upside" = immediate priority targets. "Watch List" = monitor for 6-12 months. "Peak" = pay premium for proven performers. "Aging" = short-term depth only.
Current market: 6 immediate targets, 2 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
WATCH LIST - High Upside
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BUY NOW - Medium Upside
PEAK Players
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Price vs Peer Z-Score
IQR-based pricing analysis relative to position peers. Identifies over/undervalued players vs market.
What This Shows
How to use: Z-score < -1.5 = significantly undervalued (potential bargain). Z-score > +1.5 = premium pricing (requires strong justification). Within ±1.0 = fair market value.
Current market: Position median is €6.0M. 0 undervalued, 1 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Daniël Virginio Deen AZ Alkmaar | €125K | €300K | -0.39 | Fair Value |
Kevin Gadellaa FC Utrecht | €150K | €300K | -0.33 | Fair Value |
Niek Schiks PSV Eindhoven | €250K | €300K | -0.11 | Fair Value |
Rome Jayden Owusu-Oduro AZ Alkmaar | €6.0M | €300K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Bernt Klaverboer SC Heerenveen | €300K | €300K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Lovro Stubljar FC Groningen | €300K | €300K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Tom de Graaff PEC Zwolle | €600K | €300K | +0.67 | Above Market |
Kayne van Oevelen FC Volendam | €1.0M | €300K | +1.56 | Premium |