Best U23 Young Right-Backs in the Liga Argentina
13 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Best Young Right-Backs in the Liga Argentina (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Market Overview: Liga Argentina Young Right-Backs 2022-23
Our database tracked 13 Liga Argentina Young Right-Backs in the 2022-23 season, representing 11 clubs with a combined market value of €10.3M. The average market value for Liga Argentina Young Right-Backs was €794K, with the average age at 22 years old.
The most valuable young right-back in the Liga Argentina was Lautaro Vargas, worth €3.0M and played for CA Unión (Santa Fe) at 21 years old. The top 5 Young Right-Backs averaged €1.6M in market value, including Ezequiel Herrera and Jano Gordon.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young right-back was Enzo Cardozo (20 years, Club Almirante Brown, €200K), while the oldest was Ezequiel Herrera (23 years, CA San Lorenzo de Almagro, €2.0M). Research shows Young Right-Backs typically peak at age 27.
Historical analysis showed 13 Young Right-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 Liga Argentina market for Young Right-Backs remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2022-23 season.
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Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Liga Argentina Young Right-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 11 clubs with €10.3M combined value.
Age Distribution: Liga Argentina Young Right-Backs
The Liga Argentina RB market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (12 players, 92% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €10.1M, averaging €844K per player.
Top Young Right-Backs by Age Bracket
U21 Years (1 players)
21-23 Years (12 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 2 Young Right-Backs (15% of players) control €5.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows concentrated value with emerging (<€5m) tier representing 100% of the Liga Argentina RB pool.
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Liga Argentina Young Right-Backs
Among 11 Liga Argentina clubs, CA Unión (Santa Fe) leads with 1 Young Right-Backs worth €3.0M (averaging €3.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 92% of tracked Young Right-Backs.
CA Unión (Santa Fe) (1 Young Right-Backs)
CA San Lorenzo de Almagro (3 Young Right-Backs)
CA Vélez Sarsfield (1 Young Right-Backs)
CA Sarmiento (Junin) (1 Young Right-Backs)
Player Rankings
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Lautaro Vargas
CA Unión (Santa Fe) • 21 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.3M
41.7
Ezequiel Herrera
CA San Lorenzo de Almagro • 23 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.1M
37.9
Jano Gordon
CA Vélez Sarsfield • 21 years old
€1.0M
€1.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.3M
30.3
Thiago Santamaría
CA Sarmiento (Junin) • 23 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
29.2
Ulises Ciccioli
CA Rosario Central • 22 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
28.6
Fabricio López
CA San Lorenzo de Almagro • 23 years old
€346K
€400K
+15.6%
Expected: €428K
17.8
Tobías Rubio
Racing Club • 21 years old
€346K
€400K
+15.6%
Expected: €441K
16.6
Nahuel Arias
CA San Lorenzo de Almagro • 21 years old
€303K
€350K
+15.6%
Expected: €386K
15.0
Luciano Paredes
Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza • 23 years old
€216K
€250K
+15.6%
Expected: €268K
12.0
Valentín Fenoglio
AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto) • 22 years old
€173K
€200K
+15.6%
Expected: €212K
8.6
Kevin Coronel
AA Argentinos Juniors • 21 years old
€173K
€200K
+15.6%
Expected: €221K
8.0
Enzo Cardozo
Club Almirante Brown • 20 years old
€173K
€200K
+15.6%
Expected: €229K
7.4
Franco Cortés
CA Nueva Chicago • 23 years old
€108K
€125K
+15.6%
Expected: €134K
3.4
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)
CA Unión (Santa Fe)'s Lautaro Vargas at 21 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 7.50×. That means Lautaro Vargas is valued 7.50× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is CA San Lorenzo de Almagro's Ezequiel Herrera, who is 23 years old, with a 5.00× PPVE. Third is Jano Gordon of CA Vélez Sarsfield, who is 21 years old with a 3.00× 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 7.50× means the player is worth 650% 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 | Lautaro Vargas CA Unión (Santa Fe) | 21 | 21-23 | €3.0M | €400K | 7.50× |
| #2 | Ezequiel Herrera CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | 23 | 21-23 | €2.0M | €400K | 5.00× |
| #3 | Jano Gordon CA Vélez Sarsfield | 21 | 21-23 | €1.2M | €400K | 3.00× |
| #4 | Thiago Santamaría CA Sarmiento (Junin) | 23 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €400K | 2.50× |
| #5 | Ulises Ciccioli CA Rosario Central | 22 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €400K | 2.50× |
| #6 | Fabricio López CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | 23 | 21-23 | €400K | €400K | 1.00× |
| #7 | Enzo Cardozo Club Almirante Brown | 20 | U21 | €200K | €200K | 1.00× |
| #8 | Tobías Rubio Racing Club | 21 | 21-23 | €400K | €400K | 1.00× |
| #9 | Nahuel Arias CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | 21 | 21-23 | €350K | €400K | 0.87× |
| #10 | Luciano Paredes Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza | 23 | 21-23 | €250K | €400K | 0.63× |
| #11 | Valentín Fenoglio AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto) | 22 | 21-23 | €200K | €400K | 0.50× |
| #12 | Kevin Coronel AA Argentinos Juniors | 21 | 21-23 | €200K | €400K | 0.50× |
| #13 | Franco Cortés CA Nueva Chicago | 23 | 21-23 | €125K | €400K | 0.31× |
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)
Club Almirante Brown's Enzo Cardozo at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +35%. That means Enzo Cardozo is projected to appreciate 35% as they reach their peak age in 6 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is CA San Lorenzo de Almagro's Nahuel Arias, who is 21 years old, with a +30% RPP (5 years to peak). Third is Jano Gordon of CA Vélez Sarsfield, who is 21 years old with a +30% 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 35% RPP means the player is expected to gain 35% 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 | Enzo Cardozo Club Almirante Brown | 20 | 6 | €200K | €309K | +35% |
| #2 | Nahuel Arias CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | 21 | 5 | €350K | €503K | +30% |
| #3 | Jano Gordon CA Vélez Sarsfield | 21 | 5 | €1.2M | €1.7M | +30% |
| #4 | Lautaro Vargas CA Unión (Santa Fe) | 21 | 5 | €3.0M | €4.3M | +30% |
| #5 | Kevin Coronel AA Argentinos Juniors | 21 | 5 | €200K | €287K | +30% |
| #6 | Tobías Rubio Racing Club | 21 | 5 | €400K | €575K | +30% |
| #7 | Ulises Ciccioli CA Rosario Central | 22 | 4 | €1.0M | €1.3M | +25% |
| #8 | Valentín Fenoglio AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto) | 22 | 4 | €200K | €267K | +25% |
| #9 | Luciano Paredes Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza | 23 | 3 | €250K | €311K | +20% |
| #10 | Thiago Santamaría CA Sarmiento (Junin) | 23 | 3 | €1.0M | €1.2M | +20% |
| #11 | Franco Cortés CA Nueva Chicago | 23 | 3 | €125K | €155K | +20% |
| #12 | Ezequiel Herrera CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | 23 | 3 | €2.0M | €2.5M | +20% |
| #13 | Fabricio López CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | 23 | 3 | €400K | €497K | +20% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Club Almirante Brown's Enzo Cardozo has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 46.3. That means Enzo Cardozo has 15% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is CA San Lorenzo de Almagro's Nahuel Arias with a 33.7 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Lautaro Vargas of CA Unión (Santa Fe) with a 33.7 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 46.3 means the upside is 46.3× 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 | Enzo Cardozo Club Almirante Brown | €229K | €198K-261K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #2 | Nahuel Arias CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | €386K | €333K-439K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #3 | Lautaro Vargas CA Unión (Santa Fe) | €3.3M | €2.9M-3.8M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #4 | Jano Gordon CA Vélez Sarsfield | €1.3M | €1.1M-1.5M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #5 | Kevin Coronel AA Argentinos Juniors | €221K | €190K-251K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #6 | Tobías Rubio Racing Club | €441K | €380K-502K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #7 | Luciano Paredes Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza | €268K | €236K-300K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #8 | Thiago Santamaría CA Sarmiento (Junin) | €1.1M | €942K-1.2M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #9 | Franco Cortés CA Nueva Chicago | €134K | €118K-150K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #10 | Ezequiel Herrera CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | €2.1M | €1.9M-2.4M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #11 | Fabricio López CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | €428K | €377K-480K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #12 | Ulises Ciccioli CA Rosario Central | €1.1M | €931K-1.2M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #13 | Valentín Fenoglio AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto) | €212K | €186K-237K | +6% | 23.0 |
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 strong depth (avg Z-score: 0.00). RPI: 0.00.
Position Depth Analysis
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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)
Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza's Luciano Paredes in the 21-23 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +5.8%. That means Lautaro Vargas captures 98.1% of total market value while representing only 92.3% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.
In second is CA San Lorenzo de Almagro's Fabricio López with a +5.8% ASC (98.1% value share vs 92.3% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Nahuel Arias of CA San Lorenzo de Almagro with a +5.8% ASC (98.1% value vs 92.3% players in 21-23 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +5.8% ASC means the player captures 5.8% 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 | Luciano Paredes Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza | 21-23 | 98.1% | 92.3% | +5.8% |
| #2 | Fabricio López CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | 21-23 | 98.1% | 92.3% | +5.8% |
| #3 | Nahuel Arias CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | 21-23 | 98.1% | 92.3% | +5.8% |
| #4 | Valentín Fenoglio AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto) | 21-23 | 98.1% | 92.3% | +5.8% |
| #5 | Lautaro Vargas CA Unión (Santa Fe) | 21-23 | 98.1% | 92.3% | +5.8% |
| #6 | Kevin Coronel AA Argentinos Juniors | 21-23 | 98.1% | 92.3% | +5.8% |
| #7 | Thiago Santamaría CA Sarmiento (Junin) | 21-23 | 98.1% | 92.3% | +5.8% |
| #8 | Jano Gordon CA Vélez Sarsfield | 21-23 | 98.1% | 92.3% | +5.8% |
| #9 | Franco Cortés CA Nueva Chicago | 21-23 | 98.1% | 92.3% | +5.8% |
| #10 | Tobías Rubio Racing Club | 21-23 | 98.1% | 92.3% | +5.8% |
| #11 | Ulises Ciccioli CA Rosario Central | 21-23 | 98.1% | 92.3% | +5.8% |
| #12 | Ezequiel Herrera CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | 21-23 | 98.1% | 92.3% | +5.8% |
| #13 | Enzo Cardozo Club Almirante Brown | U21 | 1.9% | 7.7% | -5.8% |
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, 13 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.
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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 €350K. 0 undervalued, 2 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Franco Cortés CA Nueva Chicago | €125K | €400K | -0.29 | Fair Value |
Valentín Fenoglio AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto) | €200K | €400K | -0.21 | Fair Value |
Kevin Coronel AA Argentinos Juniors | €200K | €400K | -0.21 | Fair Value |
Luciano Paredes Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza | €250K | €400K | -0.16 | Fair Value |
Nahuel Arias CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | €350K | €400K | -0.05 | Fair Value |
Fabricio López CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | €400K | €400K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Enzo Cardozo Club Almirante Brown | €200K | €400K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Tobías Rubio Racing Club | €400K | €400K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Thiago Santamaría CA Sarmiento (Junin) | €1.0M | €400K | +0.63 | Above Market |
Ulises Ciccioli CA Rosario Central | €1.0M | €400K | +0.63 | Above Market |
Jano Gordon CA Vélez Sarsfield | €1.2M | €400K | +0.84 | Above Market |
Ezequiel Herrera CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | €2.0M | €400K | +1.68 | Premium |
Lautaro Vargas CA Unión (Santa Fe) | €3.0M | €400K | +2.74 | Premium |
How We Rank Liga Argentina 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 Liga Argentina 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 Liga Argentina 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 27 with 5.0%/year decline rate. Pre-peak players score higher on development trajectory.
Competition Level Adjustment (3%)
Liga Argentina 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.
RB 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 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 Liga Argentina Young Right-Backs in the 2022-23 season
Who are the most valuable Young Right-Backs in the Liga Argentina in 2022-23?
The most valuable young right-back in the Liga Argentina in 2022-23 is Lautaro Vargas, who is worth €3.0M and plays for CA Unión (Santa Fe). The second most valuable is Ezequiel Herrera (€2.0M, CA San Lorenzo de Almagro), followed by Jano Gordon (€1.2M, CA Vélez Sarsfield). Our database tracks 13 Liga Argentina Young Right-Backs with comprehensive market valuations updated for the 2022-23 season.
How are Liga Argentina Young Right-Backs ranked?
Liga Argentina 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 Liga Argentina 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 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 right-back from the Liga Argentina?
Transfer fees for Liga Argentina Young Right-Backs vary significantly based on market value, contract length, and club bargaining position. For the top-ranked young right-back Lautaro Vargas (market value: €3.0M), estimated transfer fees would range from €2.4M to €4.2M 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 Liga Argentina transactions.
What is the value forecast for Liga Argentina Young Right-Backs?
Our 1-year forecast model projects market value changes for Liga Argentina 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 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 Liga Argentina young right-back data come from?
Our Liga Argentina 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 Liga Argentina sources and updated monthly for the 2022-23 season to ensure accuracy for recruitment and investment decisions.