Under 23 · Liga Argentina · 2025-26

Best U23 Young Right-Backs in the Liga Argentina

2 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Score

Best Young Right-Backs in the Liga Argentina (Apr 2026)

Ranked by Analytical Strength Score

Market Overview: Liga Argentina Young Right-Backs 2025-26

Our database tracks 2 Liga Argentina Young Right-Backs in the 2025-26 season, representing 2 clubs with a combined market value of €400K. The average market value for Liga Argentina Young Right-Backs is €200K, with the average age at 22.5 years old.

The most valuable young right-back in the Liga Argentina is Luciano Paredes, worth €200K and playing for Club Deportivo Maipú at 23 years old. The top 5 Young Right-Backs average €200K in market value, including Valentín Fenoglio.

Age distribution shows the youngest tracked young right-back is Valentín Fenoglio (22 years, AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto), €200K), while the oldest is Luciano Paredes (23 years, Club Deportivo Maipú, €200K). Research shows Young Right-Backs typically peak at age 27.

Our 1-year forecast model projects 2 Young Right-Backs (100%) will increase in market value over the next 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Liga Argentina market for Young Right-Backs 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.

Market Intelligence

Explore Market Size by Position in Liga Argentina

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 2 clubs with €400K combined value.

Players Tracked

By League

Premier League La Liga Bundesliga Serie A Ligue 1

By Position

GK CB LB RB CDM

More Positions

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By Season

2025-26 2024-25 2023-24 2022-23

Age Distribution: Liga Argentina Young Right-Backs

The Liga Argentina RB market shows 1 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (2 players, 100% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €400K, averaging €200K per player.

21-23 years2 players (100%)

€400KAvg: €200K

Top player: Luciano Paredes (€200K)

Top Young Right-Backs by Age Bracket

21-23 Years (2 players)

1. Luciano Paredes(23yo)

€200K

2. Valentín Fenoglio(22yo)

€200K

Market Value Distribution

Elite Tier Concentration

50%of market value

The top 1 Young Right-Backs (50% of players) control €200K

1. Luciano Paredes€200K

Market Tiers

Emerging (<€5M)2 players (100%)

€400K

Market structure shows concentrated value with emerging (<€5m) tier representing 100% of the Liga Argentina RB pool.

Emerging (<€5M)

1. Luciano Paredes

Club Deportivo Maipú€200K

2. Valentín Fenoglio

AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto)€200K

Club Distribution: Liga Argentina Young Right-Backs

Among 2 Liga Argentina clubs, Club Deportivo Maipú leads with 1 Young Right-Backs worth €200K (averaging €200K per player). The top 10 clubs account for 100% of tracked Young Right-Backs.

Club Deportivo Maipú

1 players • €200K

AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto)

1 players • €200K

Club Deportivo Maipú (1 Young Right-Backs)

Luciano Paredes(23yo)

€200K

AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto) (1 Young Right-Backs)

Valentín Fenoglio(22yo)

€200K

Player Rankings

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

Luciano Paredes

Club Deportivo Maipú • 23 years old

€173K

€200K

+15.6%

€188K€240K

Expected: €214K

9.2

Valentín Fenoglio

AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto) • 22 years old

€173K

€200K

+15.6%

€186K€237K

Expected: €212K

8.6

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)

2 pre-peak players found. PPVE compares market value to age bracket median to identify exceptional value opportunities.

PPVE by Age Bracket

Luciano ParedesClub Deportivo Maipú

21-23 • 23yo1.00×

€200K • 0% above median

Valentín FenoglioAA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto)

21-23 • 22yo1.00×

€200K • 0% above median

Rank	Player	Age	Bracket	Current Value	Bracket Median	PPVE
#1	Luciano Paredes Club Deportivo Maipú	23	21-23	€200K	€200K	1.00×
#2	Valentín Fenoglio AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto)	22	21-23	€200K	€200K	1.00×

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)

AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto)'s Valentín Fenoglio leads with +25% RPP, projected to appreciate 25% over 4 years to peak.

How RPP is calculated: RPP compares current market value to forecasted peak value. Target players with RPP ≥50% who are 2-3 years from peak for significant value appreciation potential.

Recovery Potential by Player

Valentín FenoglioAA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto)

4yr to peak+25%

€200K → €267K

Luciano ParedesClub Deportivo Maipú

3yr to peak+20%

€200K → €249K

Rank	Player	Age	Years to Peak	Current	Peak Forecast	RPP %
#1	Valentín Fenoglio AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto)	22	4	€200K	€267K	+25%
#2	Luciano Paredes Club Deportivo Maipú	23	3	€200K	€249K	+20%

Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)

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

Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)

Club Deportivo Maipú's Luciano Paredes leads with 27.5 RAU (7% upside vs 0% uncertainty).

How RAU is calculated: RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %. Higher RAU means better risk-reward. Target RAU ≥2.0 for strong appreciation with manageable risk.

Risk-Adjusted Upside by Player

Luciano ParedesClub Deportivo Maipú

↑7% / ±0%27.5

Range: €188K - €240K

Valentín FenoglioAA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto)

↑6% / ±0%23.0

Range: €186K - €237K

Rank	Player	Expected	Range	Upside %	RAU
#1	Luciano Paredes Club Deportivo Maipú	€214K	€188K-240K	+7%	27.5
#2	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

Total Players

0.00

Avg Z-Score

0.00

RPI Score

Weak DepthStrong Depth

-3.00+3.0

Highest Z-Scores

Luciano Paredes+0.00

Valentín Fenoglio+0.00

Lowest Z-Scores

Valentín Fenoglio0.00

Luciano Paredes0.00

Age-Share Concentration (ASC)

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

Understanding Age-Share Concentration (ASC)

Club Deportivo Maipú's Luciano Paredes leads with +0.0% ASC (100.0% value share vs 100.0% player share in 21-23 bracket).

How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. ASC > +15% indicates elite players dominating their age group—marquee signings.

Value Concentration by Player

Luciano ParedesClub Deportivo Maipú

21-230.0%

100.0% value share / 100.0% player share

Valentín FenoglioAA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto)

21-230.0%

100.0% value share / 100.0% player share

Rank	Player	Age Bracket	Value Share	Player Share	ASC
#1	Luciano Paredes Club Deportivo Maipú	21-23	100.0%	100.0%	0.0%
#2	Valentín Fenoglio AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto)	21-23	100.0%	100.0%	0.0%

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

BUY NOW - High Upside

No players in this category

WATCH LIST - High Upside

No players in this category

BUY NOW - Medium Upside

Luciano Paredes

23yo • Club Deportivo Maipú

€200K

Valentín Fenoglio

22yo • AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto)

€200K

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 €200K. 0 undervalued, 0 premium.

Value Positioning vs Peers

Luciano ParedesClub Deportivo Maipú

€200K0.00

Fair value

Valentín FenoglioAA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto)

€200K0.00

Fair value

Player	Market Value	Position Median	Z-Score	Assessment
Luciano Paredes Club Deportivo Maipú	€200K	€200K	0.00	Fair Value
Valentín Fenoglio AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto)	€200K	€200K	0.00	Fair Value

How We Rank Liga Argentina Young Right-Backs

Our Analytical Strength Score 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 2025-26 season

Who are the most valuable Young Right-Backs in the Liga Argentina in 2025-26?

The most valuable young right-back in the Liga Argentina in 2025-26 is Luciano Paredes, who is worth €200K and plays for Club Deportivo Maipú. The second most valuable is Valentín Fenoglio (€200K, AA Estudiantes (Río Cuarto)). Our database tracks 2 Liga Argentina Young Right-Backs with comprehensive market valuations updated for the 2025-26 season.

How are Liga Argentina Young Right-Backs ranked?

Liga Argentina Young Right-Backs are ranked by our proprietary Analytical Strength Score, 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 Luciano Paredes (market value: €200K), estimated transfer fees would range from €160K to €280K 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 APE Global Capital'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 2025-26 season to ensure accuracy for recruitment and investment decisions.