Best U23 Young Players in the Jupiler Pro League
136 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Best Young Players in the Jupiler Pro League (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Market Overview: Jupiler Pro League Young Players 2025-26
Our database tracks 135 Jupiler Pro League Young Players in the 2025-26 season, representing 16 clubs with a combined market value of €385.2M. The average market value for Jupiler Pro League Young Players is €2.9M, with the average age at 21 years old.
The most valuable young player in the Jupiler Pro League is Joel Ordóñez, worth €28.0M and playing for Club Brugge KV at 22 years old. The top 5 Young Players average €20.2M in market value, including Konstantinos Karetsas and Carlos Forbs.
Age distribution shows the youngest tracked young player is Konstantinos Karetsas (18 years, KRC Genk, €28.0M), while the oldest is Lucas Hey (23 years, RSC Anderlecht, €4.5M). Research shows Young Players typically peak at age 26-27.
Our 1-year forecast model projects 135 Young Players (100%) will increase in market value over the next 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Jupiler Pro League market for Young Players remains actively developing with emerging talent in the 2025-26 season.
💡 Use the search bar below to find specific players, or apply filters to narrow results by club, age range, or market value. Click the chart icon next to any player to view their historical value trajectory and forecast.
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Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Jupiler Pro League Young Players. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 16 clubs with €385.2M combined value.
Age Distribution: Jupiler Pro League Young Players
The Jupiler Pro League ALL market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (107 players, 79% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €311.9M, averaging €2.9M per player.
Top Young Players by Age Bracket
U21 Years (28 players)
21-23 Years (107 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 14 Young Players (10% of players) control €181.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with high (€15-30m) tier representing 4% of the Jupiler Pro League ALL pool.
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Jupiler Pro League Young Players
Among 16 Jupiler Pro League clubs, Club Brugge KV leads with 16 Young Players worth €118.0M (averaging €7.4M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 79% of tracked Young Players.
Club Brugge KV (16 Young Players)
KRC Genk (8 Young Players)
RSC Anderlecht (9 Young Players)
Cercle Brugge (16 Young Players)
Player Rankings
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Joel Ordóñez
Club Brugge KV • 22 years old
€24.2M
€28.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €29.6M
77.3
Konstantinos Karetsas
KRC Genk • 18 years old
€24.2M
€28.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €36.0M
74.6
Carlos Forbs
Club Brugge KV • 22 years old
€13.0M
€15.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €15.9M
69.5
Aleksandar Stanković
Club Brugge KV • 20 years old
€13.0M
€15.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €17.9M
69.3
Joaquin Seys
Club Brugge KV • 21 years old
€13.0M
€15.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €16.5M
68.9
Anan Khalaili
Union Saint-Gilloise • 21 years old
€10.4M
€12.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €13.2M
66.1
Matte Smets
KRC Genk • 22 years old
€9.5M
€11.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €11.6M
65.7
Félix Lemaréchal
Club Brugge KV • 22 years old
€8.6M
€10.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €10.6M
60.7
Mathias Delorge
KAA Gent • 21 years old
€7.8M
€9.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €9.9M
59.0
Ibrahima Sory Bangoura
KRC Genk • 22 years old
€6.9M
€8.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €8.8M
58.5
Romeo Vermant
Club Brugge KV • 22 years old
€6.9M
€8.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €8.5M
58.1
Zeno Van Den Bosch
Royal Antwerp FC • 22 years old
€6.9M
€8.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €8.5M
58.1
Mario Stroeykens
RSC Anderlecht • 21 years old
€6.9M
€8.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €8.8M
57.3
Kyriani Sabbe
Club Brugge KV • 21 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.6M
53.9
Matthieu Epolo
Standard Liège • 21 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.2M
52.3
Oumar Diakité
Cercle Brugge • 22 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.3M
52.3
Yassine Titraoui
Royal Charleroi SC • 22 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.3M
52.3
Fedde Leysen
Union Saint-Gilloise • 22 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.3M
52.3
Kamiel Van De Perre
Union Saint-Gilloise • 22 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.3M
52.3
Lucas Hey
RSC Anderlecht • 23 years old
€3.9M
€4.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.8M
51.6
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)
KRC Genk's Konstantinos Karetsas at 18 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 28.00×. That means Konstantinos Karetsas is valued 28.00× higher than the median player in the U21 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Club Brugge KV's Joel Ordóñez, who is 22 years old, with a 15.56× PPVE. Third is Aleksandar Stanković of Club Brugge KV, who is 20 years old with a 15.00× 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 28.00× means the player is worth 2700% 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 | Konstantinos Karetsas KRC Genk | 18 | U21 | €28.0M | €1.0M | 28.00× |
| #2 | Joel Ordóñez Club Brugge KV | 22 | 21-23 | €28.0M | €1.8M | 15.56× |
| #3 | Aleksandar Stanković Club Brugge KV | 20 | U21 | €15.0M | €1.0M | 15.00× |
| #4 | Carlos Forbs Club Brugge KV | 22 | 21-23 | €15.0M | €1.8M | 8.33× |
| #5 | Joaquin Seys Club Brugge KV | 21 | 21-23 | €15.0M | €1.8M | 8.33× |
| #6 | Anan Khalaili Union Saint-Gilloise | 21 | 21-23 | €12.0M | €1.8M | 6.67× |
| #7 | Matte Smets KRC Genk | 22 | 21-23 | €11.0M | €1.8M | 6.11× |
| #8 | Félix Lemaréchal Club Brugge KV | 22 | 21-23 | €10.0M | €1.8M | 5.56× |
| #9 | Mamadou Diakhon Club Brugge KV | 20 | U21 | €5.0M | €1.0M | 5.00× |
| #10 | Mathias Delorge KAA Gent | 21 | 21-23 | €9.0M | €1.8M | 5.00× |
| #11 | Noah Adedeji-Sternberg KRC Genk | 20 | U21 | €5.0M | €1.0M | 5.00× |
| #12 | Ibrahima Sory Bangoura KRC Genk | 22 | 21-23 | €8.0M | €1.8M | 4.44× |
| #13 | Mario Stroeykens RSC Anderlecht | 21 | 21-23 | €8.0M | €1.8M | 4.44× |
| #14 | Romeo Vermant Club Brugge KV | 22 | 21-23 | €8.0M | €1.8M | 4.44× |
| #15 | Zeno Van Den Bosch Royal Antwerp FC | 22 | 21-23 | €8.0M | €1.8M | 4.44× |
| #16 | Kyriani Sabbe Club Brugge KV | 21 | 21-23 | €6.0M | €1.8M | 3.33× |
| #17 | Kamiel Van De Perre Union Saint-Gilloise | 22 | 21-23 | €5.0M | €1.8M | 2.78× |
| #18 | Fedde Leysen Union Saint-Gilloise | 22 | 21-23 | €5.0M | €1.8M | 2.78× |
| #19 | Matthieu Epolo Standard Liège | 21 | 21-23 | €5.0M | €1.8M | 2.78× |
| #20 | Yassine Titraoui Royal Charleroi SC | 22 | 21-23 | €5.0M | €1.8M | 2.78× |
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)
Sint-Truidense VV's Matt Lendfers at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +48%. That means Matt Lendfers is projected to appreciate 48% as they reach their peak age in 6 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is KRC Genk's Konstantinos Karetsas, who is 18 years old, with a +44% RPP (8 years to peak). Third is Youssef Hamdaoui of Royal Antwerp FC, who is 18 years old with a +44% RPP (8 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 | Matt Lendfers Sint-Truidense VV | 20 | 6 | €150K | €288K | +48% |
| #2 | Konstantinos Karetsas KRC Genk | 18 | 8 | €28.0M | €50.0M | +44% |
| #3 | Youssef Hamdaoui Royal Antwerp FC | 18 | 8 | €1.0M | €1.8M | +44% |
| #4 | Semm Renders Royal Antwerp FC | 18 | 8 | €1.2M | €2.1M | +44% |
| #5 | Davis Opoku Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 18 | 8 | €500K | €894K | +44% |
| #6 | Amine Boukamir Royal Charleroi SC | 19 | 7 | €300K | €536K | +44% |
| #7 | Matthieu Epolo Standard Liège | 21 | 5 | €5.0M | €8.9M | +44% |
| #8 | Afonso Patrão KVC Westerlo | 19 | 7 | €1.7M | €2.8M | +40% |
| #9 | Gilles De Meyer KAA Gent | 19 | 7 | €500K | €831K | +40% |
| #10 | Elyèss Dao RSC Anderlecht | 19 | 7 | €400K | €665K | +40% |
| #11 | Hugo Lambotte Sint-Truidense VV | 19 | 7 | €150K | €249K | +40% |
| #12 | Gabriel Jesus David Royal Antwerp FC | 19 | 7 | €300K | €499K | +40% |
| #13 | Christ Souanga Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 19 | 7 | €200K | €332K | +40% |
| #14 | Aleksandar Stanković Club Brugge KV | 20 | 6 | €15.0M | €24.9M | +40% |
| #15 | Kjell Peersman KAA Gent | 22 | 4 | €400K | €665K | +40% |
| #16 | Farouck Adekami Royal Antwerp FC | 19 | 7 | €1.8M | €3.0M | +40% |
| #17 | Martin Delavallée Royal Charleroi SC | 22 | 4 | €1.5M | €2.5M | +40% |
| #18 | Emmanuel Kakou Cercle Brugge | 20 | 6 | €1.5M | €2.3M | +35% |
| #19 | Mamadou Diakhon Club Brugge KV | 20 | 6 | €5.0M | €7.7M | +35% |
| #20 | Shandre Campbell Club Brugge KV | 20 | 6 | €1.0M | €1.5M | +35% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Sint-Truidense VV's Matt Lendfers has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 118.5. That means Matt Lendfers has 28% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Standard Liège's Matthieu Epolo with a 103.3 RAU (23% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Kjell Peersman of KAA Gent with a 100.1 RAU (19% 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 | Matt Lendfers Sint-Truidense VV | €192K | €174K-209K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #2 | Matthieu Epolo Standard Liège | €6.2M | €5.6M-6.7M | +23% | 103.3 |
| #3 | Kjell Peersman KAA Gent | €476K | €438K-514K | +19% | 100.1 |
| #4 | Martin Delavallée Royal Charleroi SC | €1.8M | €1.6M-1.9M | +19% | 100.1 |
| #5 | Vic Chambaere Union Saint-Gilloise | €344K | €316K-371K | +15% | 79.9 |
| #6 | Dani van den Heuvel Club Brugge KV | €229K | €211K-248K | +15% | 79.9 |
| #7 | Youssef Hamdaoui Royal Antwerp FC | €1.2M | €1.1M-1.4M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #8 | Davis Opoku Oud-Heverlee Leuven | €617K | €532K-703K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #9 | Semm Renders Royal Antwerp FC | €1.5M | €1.3M-1.7M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #10 | Amine Boukamir Royal Charleroi SC | €370K | €319K-422K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #11 | Konstantinos Karetsas KRC Genk | €36.0M | €29.8M-42.2M | +29% | 64.3 |
| #12 | Hugo Lambotte Sint-Truidense VV | €179K | €154K-203K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #13 | Gabriel Jesus David Royal Antwerp FC | €357K | €308K-407K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #14 | Gilles De Meyer KAA Gent | €595K | €513K-678K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #15 | Afonso Patrão KVC Westerlo | €2.0M | €1.7M-2.3M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #16 | Elyèss Dao RSC Anderlecht | €476K | €411K-542K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #17 | Christ Souanga Oud-Heverlee Leuven | €238K | €205K-271K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #18 | Aleksandar Stanković Club Brugge KV | €17.9M | €15.4M-20.3M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #19 | Farouck Adekami Royal Antwerp FC | €2.1M | €1.8M-2.5M | +19% | 46.4 |
| #20 | Shandre Campbell Club Brugge KV | €1.1M | €988K-1.3M | +15% | 46.3 |
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 player position shows strong depth (avg Z-score: 0.00). RPI: 0.00.
Position Depth Analysis
Highest Z-Scores
Lowest Z-Scores
Age-Share Concentration (ASC)
Identifies players capturing disproportionate value relative to age group representation. Positive ASC = value concentration.
Understanding Age-Share Concentration (ASC)
KRC Genk's Matte Smets in the 21-23 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +1.7%. That means Joel Ordóñez captures 81.0% of total market value while representing only 79.3% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.
In second is KVC Westerlo's Amando Lapage with a +1.7% ASC (81.0% value share vs 79.3% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Ibrahima Sory Bangoura of KRC Genk with a +1.7% ASC (81.0% value vs 79.3% players in 21-23 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +1.7% ASC means the player captures 1.7% 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 | Matte Smets KRC Genk | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.3% | +1.7% |
| #2 | Amando Lapage KVC Westerlo | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.3% | +1.7% |
| #3 | Ibrahima Sory Bangoura KRC Genk | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.3% | +1.7% |
| #4 | Adrián Palacios KRC Genk | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.3% | +1.7% |
| #5 | Raymond Asante Royal Charleroi SC | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.3% | +1.7% |
| #6 | Mahamadou Diawara Royal Antwerp FC | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.3% | +1.7% |
| #7 | Mauricio Benítez Royal Antwerp FC | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.3% | +1.7% |
| #8 | Marwan Al-Sahafi Royal Antwerp FC | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.3% | +1.7% |
| #9 | Bilal Bafdili KV Mechelen | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.3% | +1.7% |
| #10 | Benjamin Fredrick FCV Dender EH | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.3% | +1.7% |
| #11 | Erick Nunes Cercle Brugge | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.3% | +1.7% |
| #12 | Oumar Diouf Sint-Truidense VV | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.3% | +1.7% |
| #13 | Abdoul Kader Ouattara Cercle Brugge | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.3% | +1.7% |
| #14 | Bakary Haidara KVC Westerlo | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.3% | +1.7% |
| #15 | Mamadou Thierno Barry Union Saint-Gilloise | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.3% | +1.7% |
| #16 | Marco Kana RSC Anderlecht | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.3% | +1.7% |
| #17 | Maksim Paskotsi KAA Gent | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.3% | +1.7% |
| #18 | Dani van den Heuvel Club Brugge KV | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.3% | +1.7% |
| #19 | Alexandro Calut Standard Liège | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.3% | +1.7% |
| #20 | Vic Chambaere Union Saint-Gilloise | 21-23 | 81.0% | 79.3% | +1.7% |
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: 17 immediate targets, 118 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
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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 €28.0M. 0 undervalued, 8 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Aleksandar Stanković Club Brugge KV | €15.0M | €1.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Kamiel Van De Perre Union Saint-Gilloise | €5.0M | €1.5M | -0.75 | Good Value |
Fedde Leysen Union Saint-Gilloise | €5.0M | €1.5M | -0.75 | Good Value |
Matthieu Epolo Standard Liège | €5.0M | €1.5M | -0.75 | Good Value |
Yassine Titraoui Royal Charleroi SC | €5.0M | €1.5M | -0.75 | Good Value |
Oumar Diakité Cercle Brugge | €5.0M | €1.5M | -0.75 | Good Value |
Raymond Asante Royal Charleroi SC | €200K | €1.5M | -0.56 | Good Value |
Bakary Haidara KVC Westerlo | €200K | €1.5M | -0.56 | Good Value |
Dani van den Heuvel Club Brugge KV | €200K | €1.5M | -0.56 | Good Value |
Desmond Acquah FCV Dender EH | €200K | €1.5M | -0.56 | Good Value |
Massimo Decoene KV Mechelen | €200K | €1.5M | -0.56 | Good Value |
Guilherme Smith Union Saint-Gilloise | €200K | €1.5M | -0.56 | Good Value |
Beni Mpanzu Cercle Brugge | €200K | €1.5M | -0.56 | Good Value |
Dalangunypole Gomis Cercle Brugge | €200K | €1.5M | -0.56 | Good Value |
Hugo Lambotte Sint-Truidense VV | €150K | €1.5M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Kyriani Sabbe Club Brugge KV | €6.0M | €1.5M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Matt Lendfers Sint-Truidense VV | €150K | €1.5M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Vic Chambaere Union Saint-Gilloise | €300K | €1.5M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Nils De Wilde Cercle Brugge | €300K | €1.5M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Isaías Delpupo Sint-Truidense VV | €300K | €1.5M | -0.50 | Fair Value |