Best U23 Young Strikers in the Liga Argentina
28 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Best Young Strikers in the Liga Argentina (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Market Overview: Liga Argentina Young Strikers 2023-24
Our database tracked 28 Liga Argentina Young Strikers in the 2023-24 season, representing 25 clubs with a combined market value of €18.6M. The average market value for Liga Argentina Young Strikers was €663K, with the average age at 22 years old.
The most valuable young striker in the Liga Argentina was Alejo Veliz, worth €3.5M and played for CA Rosario Central at 22 years old. The top 5 Young Strikers averaged €2.2M in market value, including Damián Pizarro and Abiel Osorio.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young striker was Agustín Ruberto (20 years, CA River Plate, €2.0M), while the oldest was Abiel Osorio (23 years, Defensa y Justicia, €1.8M). Research shows Young Strikers typically peak at age 26.
Historical analysis showed 28 Young Strikers (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 Strikers remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2023-24 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.
Explore Market Size by Position in Liga Argentina
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Liga Argentina Young Strikers. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 25 clubs with €18.6M combined value.
Age Distribution: Liga Argentina Young Strikers
The Liga Argentina ST market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (23 players, 82% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €15.6M, averaging €678K per player.
Top Young Strikers by Age Bracket
U21 Years (5 players)
21-23 Years (23 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 3 Young Strikers (11% of players) control €7.8M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows concentrated value with emerging (<€5m) tier representing 100% of the Liga Argentina ST pool.
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Liga Argentina Young Strikers
Among 25 Liga Argentina clubs, CA Rosario Central leads with 1 Young Strikers worth €3.5M (averaging €3.5M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 39% of tracked Young Strikers.
CA Rosario Central (1 Young Strikers)
Racing Club (1 Young Strikers)
CA River Plate (1 Young Strikers)
Defensa y Justicia (1 Young Strikers)
Player Rankings
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Alejo Veliz
CA Rosario Central • 22 years old
€3.0M
€3.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.7M
47.8
Damián Pizarro
Racing Club • 21 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.8M
39.4
Abiel Osorio
Defensa y Justicia • 23 years old
€1.6M
€1.8M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.9M
36.6
Agustín Ruberto
CA River Plate • 20 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.3M
36.0
Gonzalo Morales
CA Barracas Central • 23 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
29.2
Agustín Módica
Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza • 23 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
29.2
Walter Núñez
CA Newell's Old Boys • 23 years old
€649K
€750K
+15.6%
Expected: €803K
25.7
Tomás Nasif
Club Atlético Platense • 22 years old
€605K
€700K
+15.6%
Expected: €741K
24.2
David Romero
Club Atlético Tigre • 23 years old
€562K
€650K
+15.6%
Expected: €696K
23.9
Luca Klimowicz
Instituto ACC • 22 years old
€519K
€600K
+15.6%
Expected: €635K
22.3
Ivo Mammini
Club de Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata • 23 years old
€324K
€375K
+15.6%
Expected: €401K
17.0
Tobías Cervera
Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza • 23 years old
€303K
€350K
+15.6%
Expected: €375K
16.2
Tomás González
CA Unión (Santa Fe) • 23 years old
€238K
€275K
+15.6%
Expected: €294K
13.2
Tiziano Dornell
Club Almagro • 20 years old
€259K
€300K
+15.6%
Expected: €344K
12.4
Marcos Echeverría
CA Temperley • 22 years old
€216K
€250K
+15.6%
Expected: €265K
11.4
Valentin Luciani
AMSD Atlético de Rafaela • 21 years old
€216K
€250K
+15.6%
Expected: €276K
10.8
Bautista Dadín
CS Independiente Rivadavia • 20 years old
€216K
€250K
+15.6%
Expected: €287K
10.2
Ignacio Rodríguez
CA Atlanta • 21 years old
€195K
€225K
+15.6%
Expected: €248K
9.5
Bruno Cabrera
CA Lanús • 23 years old
€173K
€200K
+15.6%
Expected: €214K
9.2
Mauro Pérez
CA San Lorenzo de Almagro • 23 years old
€173K
€200K
+15.6%
Expected: €214K
9.2
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 Rosario Central's Alejo Veliz at 22 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 12.73×. That means Alejo Veliz is valued 12.73× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Racing Club's Damián Pizarro, who is 21 years old, with a 9.09× PPVE. Third is Agustín Ruberto of CA River Plate, who is 20 years old with a 8.00× 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 12.73× means the player is worth 1173% 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 | Alejo Veliz CA Rosario Central | 22 | 21-23 | €3.5M | €275K | 12.73× |
| #2 | Damián Pizarro Racing Club | 21 | 21-23 | €2.5M | €275K | 9.09× |
| #3 | Agustín Ruberto CA River Plate | 20 | U21 | €2.0M | €250K | 8.00× |
| #4 | Abiel Osorio Defensa y Justicia | 23 | 21-23 | €1.8M | €275K | 6.55× |
| #5 | Gonzalo Morales CA Barracas Central | 23 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €275K | 3.64× |
| #6 | Agustín Módica Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza | 23 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €275K | 3.64× |
| #7 | Walter Núñez CA Newell's Old Boys | 23 | 21-23 | €750K | €275K | 2.73× |
| #8 | Tomás Nasif Club Atlético Platense | 22 | 21-23 | €700K | €275K | 2.55× |
| #9 | David Romero Club Atlético Tigre | 23 | 21-23 | €650K | €275K | 2.36× |
| #10 | Luca Klimowicz Instituto ACC | 22 | 21-23 | €600K | €275K | 2.18× |
| #11 | Ivo Mammini Club de Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata | 23 | 21-23 | €375K | €275K | 1.36× |
| #12 | Tobías Cervera Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza | 23 | 21-23 | €350K | €275K | 1.27× |
| #13 | Tiziano Dornell Club Almagro | 20 | U21 | €300K | €250K | 1.20× |
| #14 | Bautista Dadín CS Independiente Rivadavia | 20 | U21 | €250K | €250K | 1.00× |
| #15 | Tomás González CA Unión (Santa Fe) | 23 | 21-23 | €275K | €275K | 1.00× |
| #16 | Marcos Echeverría CA Temperley | 22 | 21-23 | €250K | €275K | 0.91× |
| #17 | Valentin Luciani AMSD Atlético de Rafaela | 21 | 21-23 | €250K | €275K | 0.91× |
| #18 | Joel Orlando Club Almagro | 20 | U21 | €225K | €250K | 0.90× |
| #19 | Ignacio Rodríguez CA Atlanta | 21 | 21-23 | €225K | €275K | 0.82× |
| #20 | Mateo Benegas Club Ferro Carril Oeste | 20 | U21 | €200K | €250K | 0.80× |
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)
CA River Plate's Agustín Ruberto at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +35%. That means Agustín Ruberto is projected to appreciate 35% as they reach their peak age in 6 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is CS Independiente Rivadavia's Bautista Dadín, who is 20 years old, with a +35% RPP (6 years to peak). Third is Joel Orlando of Club Almagro, 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 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 | Agustín Ruberto CA River Plate | 20 | 6 | €2.0M | €3.1M | +35% |
| #2 | Bautista Dadín CS Independiente Rivadavia | 20 | 6 | €250K | €386K | +35% |
| #3 | Joel Orlando Club Almagro | 20 | 6 | €225K | €348K | +35% |
| #4 | Tiziano Dornell Club Almagro | 20 | 6 | €300K | €464K | +35% |
| #5 | Mateo Benegas Club Ferro Carril Oeste | 20 | 6 | €200K | €309K | +35% |
| #6 | Valentin Luciani AMSD Atlético de Rafaela | 21 | 5 | €250K | €359K | +30% |
| #7 | Ignacio Rodríguez CA Atlanta | 21 | 5 | €225K | €323K | +30% |
| #8 | Damián Pizarro Racing Club | 21 | 5 | €2.5M | €3.6M | +30% |
| #9 | Tomás Nasif Club Atlético Platense | 22 | 4 | €700K | €936K | +25% |
| #10 | Marcos Echeverría CA Temperley | 22 | 4 | €250K | €334K | +25% |
| #11 | Camilo Viganoni CA Los Andes | 22 | 4 | €125K | €167K | +25% |
| #12 | Santiago Villalba CA Chaco For Ever | 22 | 4 | €150K | €201K | +25% |
| #13 | Luca Klimowicz Instituto ACC | 22 | 4 | €600K | €802K | +25% |
| #14 | Alejo Veliz CA Rosario Central | 22 | 4 | €3.5M | €4.7M | +25% |
| #15 | Joaquín Zappacosta Club Deportivo Morón | 22 | 4 | €200K | €267K | +25% |
| #16 | Tobías Cervera Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza | 23 | 3 | €350K | €435K | +20% |
| #17 | Martiniano Moreno AMSD Atlético de Rafaela | 23 | 3 | €175K | €218K | +20% |
| #18 | Lautaro Ovando Club Atlético San Martín (Tucumán) | 23 | 3 | €175K | €218K | +20% |
| #19 | Walter Núñez CA Newell's Old Boys | 23 | 3 | €750K | €932K | +20% |
| #20 | Ivo Mammini Club de Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata | 23 | 3 | €375K | €466K | +20% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
CA River Plate's Agustín Ruberto has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 46.3. That means Agustín Ruberto has 15% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is CS Independiente Rivadavia's Bautista Dadín with a 46.3 RAU (15% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Joel Orlando of Club Almagro with a 46.3 RAU (15% 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 | Agustín Ruberto CA River Plate | €2.3M | €2.0M-2.6M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #2 | Bautista Dadín CS Independiente Rivadavia | €287K | €247K-326K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #3 | Joel Orlando Club Almagro | €258K | €222K-294K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #4 | Tiziano Dornell Club Almagro | €344K | €297K-391K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #5 | Mateo Benegas Club Ferro Carril Oeste | €229K | €198K-261K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #6 | Damián Pizarro Racing Club | €2.8M | €2.4M-3.1M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #7 | Valentin Luciani AMSD Atlético de Rafaela | €276K | €238K-314K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #8 | Ignacio Rodríguez CA Atlanta | €248K | €214K-282K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #9 | Gonzalo Morales CA Barracas Central | €1.1M | €942K-1.2M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #10 | Agustín Módica Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza | €1.1M | €942K-1.2M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #11 | Ezequiel Almirón CSD Tristan Suarez | €161K | €141K-180K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #12 | David Romero Club Atlético Tigre | €696K | €612K-779K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #13 | Tomás González CA Unión (Santa Fe) | €294K | €259K-330K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #14 | Abiel Osorio Defensa y Justicia | €1.9M | €1.7M-2.2M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #15 | Tobías Cervera Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza | €375K | €330K-420K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #16 | Martiniano Moreno AMSD Atlético de Rafaela | €187K | €165K-210K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #17 | Lautaro Ovando Club Atlético San Martín (Tucumán) | €187K | €165K-210K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #18 | Walter Núñez CA Newell's Old Boys | €803K | €707K-899K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #19 | Ivo Mammini Club de Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata | €401K | €353K-450K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #20 | Bruno Cabrera CA Lanús | €214K | €188K-240K | +7% | 27.5 |
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 striker 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)
CA Temperley's Marcos Echeverría in the 21-23 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +1.8%. That means Alejo Veliz captures 84.0% of total market value while representing only 82.1% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.
In second is CA Newell's Old Boys's Walter Núñez with a +1.8% ASC (84.0% value share vs 82.1% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Tobías Cervera of Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza with a +1.8% ASC (84.0% value vs 82.1% players in 21-23 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +1.8% ASC means the player captures 1.8% 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 | Marcos Echeverría CA Temperley | 21-23 | 84.0% | 82.1% | +1.8% |
| #2 | Walter Núñez CA Newell's Old Boys | 21-23 | 84.0% | 82.1% | +1.8% |
| #3 | Tobías Cervera Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza | 21-23 | 84.0% | 82.1% | +1.8% |
| #4 | Gonzalo Morales CA Barracas Central | 21-23 | 84.0% | 82.1% | +1.8% |
| #5 | Martiniano Moreno AMSD Atlético de Rafaela | 21-23 | 84.0% | 82.1% | +1.8% |
| #6 | Valentin Luciani AMSD Atlético de Rafaela | 21-23 | 84.0% | 82.1% | +1.8% |
| #7 | Camilo Viganoni CA Los Andes | 21-23 | 84.0% | 82.1% | +1.8% |
| #8 | Ignacio Rodríguez CA Atlanta | 21-23 | 84.0% | 82.1% | +1.8% |
| #9 | Agustín Módica Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza | 21-23 | 84.0% | 82.1% | +1.8% |
| #10 | Santiago Villalba CA Chaco For Ever | 21-23 | 84.0% | 82.1% | +1.8% |
| #11 | Luca Klimowicz Instituto ACC | 21-23 | 84.0% | 82.1% | +1.8% |
| #12 | Joaquín Zappacosta Club Deportivo Morón | 21-23 | 84.0% | 82.1% | +1.8% |
| #13 | Bruno Cabrera CA Lanús | 21-23 | 84.0% | 82.1% | +1.8% |
| #14 | Mauro Pérez CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | 21-23 | 84.0% | 82.1% | +1.8% |
| #15 | Tomás Nasif Club Atlético Platense | 21-23 | 84.0% | 82.1% | +1.8% |
| #16 | David Romero Club Atlético Tigre | 21-23 | 84.0% | 82.1% | +1.8% |
| #17 | Lautaro Ovando Club Atlético San Martín (Tucumán) | 21-23 | 84.0% | 82.1% | +1.8% |
| #18 | Ivo Mammini Club de Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata | 21-23 | 84.0% | 82.1% | +1.8% |
| #19 | Alejo Veliz CA Rosario Central | 21-23 | 84.0% | 82.1% | +1.8% |
| #20 | Ezequiel Almirón CSD Tristan Suarez | 21-23 | 84.0% | 82.1% | +1.8% |
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, 28 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 €225K. 0 undervalued, 4 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Mateo Benegas Club Ferro Carril Oeste | €200K | €275K | -0.67 | Good Value |
Joel Orlando Club Almagro | €225K | €275K | -0.33 | Fair Value |
Camilo Viganoni CA Los Andes | €125K | €275K | -0.27 | Fair Value |
Santiago Villalba CA Chaco For Ever | €150K | €275K | -0.23 | Fair Value |
Ezequiel Almirón CSD Tristan Suarez | €150K | €275K | -0.23 | Fair Value |
Martiniano Moreno AMSD Atlético de Rafaela | €175K | €275K | -0.18 | Fair Value |
Lautaro Ovando Club Atlético San Martín (Tucumán) | €175K | €275K | -0.18 | Fair Value |
Joaquín Zappacosta Club Deportivo Morón | €200K | €275K | -0.14 | Fair Value |
Bruno Cabrera CA Lanús | €200K | €275K | -0.14 | Fair Value |
Mauro Pérez CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | €200K | €275K | -0.14 | Fair Value |
Ignacio Rodríguez CA Atlanta | €225K | €275K | -0.09 | Fair Value |
Marcos Echeverría CA Temperley | €250K | €275K | -0.05 | Fair Value |
Valentin Luciani AMSD Atlético de Rafaela | €250K | €275K | -0.05 | Fair Value |
Bautista Dadín CS Independiente Rivadavia | €250K | €275K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Tomás González CA Unión (Santa Fe) | €275K | €275K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Tobías Cervera Gimnasia y Esgrima de Mendoza | €350K | €275K | +0.14 | Fair Value |
Ivo Mammini Club de Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata | €375K | €275K | +0.18 | Fair Value |
Luca Klimowicz Instituto ACC | €600K | €275K | +0.59 | Above Market |
Tiziano Dornell Club Almagro | €300K | €275K | +0.67 | Above Market |
David Romero Club Atlético Tigre | €650K | €275K | +0.68 | Above Market |