Best U23 Young Players in the Liga MX
81 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Best Young Players in the Liga MX (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Market Overview: Liga MX Young Players 2026-27
Our database tracked 80 Liga MX Young Players in the 2026-27 season, representing 18 clubs with a combined market value of €131.5M. The average market value for Liga MX Young Players was €1.6M, with the average age at 22 years old.
The most valuable young player in the Liga MX was Armando González, worth €7.0M and played for Deportivo Guadalajara at 23 years old. The top 5 Young Players averaged €5.5M in market value, including Efraín Álvarez and Brian Gutiérrez.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young player was Hugo Camberos (19 years, Deportivo Guadalajara, €2.2M), while the oldest was Armando González (23 years, Deportivo Guadalajara, €7.0M). Research shows Young Players typically peak at age 26-27.
Historical analysis showed 80 Young Players (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 MX market for Young Players remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2026-27 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 MX
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Liga MX Young Players. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 18 clubs with €131.5M combined value.
Age Distribution: Liga MX Young Players
The Liga MX ALL market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (71 players, 89% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €118.6M, averaging €1.7M per player.
Top Young Players by Age Bracket
U21 Years (9 players)
21-23 Years (71 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 8 Young Players (10% of players) control €41.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with mid (€5-15m) tier representing 5% of the Liga MX ALL pool.
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Liga MX Young Players
Among 18 Liga MX clubs, Deportivo Guadalajara leads with 8 Young Players worth €28.5M (averaging €3.6M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 68% of tracked Young Players.
Deportivo Guadalajara (8 Young Players)
CF Pachuca (6 Young Players)
CF América (4 Young Players)
Club León FC (7 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.
Armando González
Deportivo Guadalajara • 23 years old
€6.1M
€7.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €7.5M
57.1
Efraín Álvarez
Deportivo Guadalajara • 23 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.4M
55.1
Brian Gutiérrez
Deportivo Guadalajara • 22 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.3M
52.2
Elías Montiel
CF Pachuca • 20 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.0M
51.7
Fidel Ambríz
CF Monterrey • 23 years old
€3.9M
€4.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.8M
51.7
Bryan González
Deportivo Guadalajara • 23 years old
€3.9M
€4.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.8M
51.6
Santiago Simón
Deportivo Toluca • 23 years old
€3.9M
€4.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.8M
51.6
Isaías Violante
CF América • 22 years old
€3.9M
€4.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.8M
50.9
Diego González
Atlas Guadalajara • 23 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.3M
50.1
Omar Campos
CD Cruz Azul • 23 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.3M
50.1
Iker Fimbres
CF Monterrey • 21 years old
€3.3M
€3.8M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.2M
48.2
Luka Romero
CD Cruz Azul • 21 years old
€2.8M
€3.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.5M
46.1
Alán Bautista
CF Pachuca • 23 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.2M
42.8
Denzell García
FC Juárez • 22 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.3M
42.5
Dagoberto Espinoza
CF América • 22 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.2M
42.3
Ralph Orquin
CF América • 23 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.7M
40.6
Óscar García
Club León FC • 22 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.0M
40.2
Ramiro Árciga
Club Tijuana • 21 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.8M
39.4
Víctor Ríos
Atlas Guadalajara • 22 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.2M
37.4
Anderson Duarte
Atlético de San Luis • 22 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.1M
37.3
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)
CF Pachuca's Elías Montiel at 20 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 6.25×. That means Elías Montiel is valued 6.25× higher than the median player in the U21 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Deportivo Guadalajara's Armando González, who is 23 years old, with a 5.83× PPVE. Third is Efraín Álvarez of Deportivo Guadalajara, who is 23 years old with a 5.00× 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 6.25× means the player is worth 525% 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 | Elías Montiel CF Pachuca | 20 | U21 | €5.0M | €800K | 6.25× |
| #2 | Armando González Deportivo Guadalajara | 23 | 21-23 | €7.0M | €1.2M | 5.83× |
| #3 | Efraín Álvarez Deportivo Guadalajara | 23 | 21-23 | €6.0M | €1.2M | 5.00× |
| #4 | Brian Gutiérrez Deportivo Guadalajara | 22 | 21-23 | €5.0M | €1.2M | 4.17× |
| #5 | Santiago Simón Deportivo Toluca | 23 | 21-23 | €4.5M | €1.2M | 3.75× |
| #6 | Isaías Violante CF América | 22 | 21-23 | €4.5M | €1.2M | 3.75× |
| #7 | Bryan González Deportivo Guadalajara | 23 | 21-23 | €4.5M | €1.2M | 3.75× |
| #8 | Fidel Ambríz CF Monterrey | 23 | 21-23 | €4.5M | €1.2M | 3.75× |
| #9 | Omar Campos CD Cruz Azul | 23 | 21-23 | €4.0M | €1.2M | 3.33× |
| #10 | Diego González Atlas Guadalajara | 23 | 21-23 | €4.0M | €1.2M | 3.33× |
| #11 | Iker Fimbres CF Monterrey | 21 | 21-23 | €3.8M | €1.2M | 3.17× |
| #12 | Hugo Camberos Deportivo Guadalajara | 19 | U21 | €2.2M | €800K | 2.75× |
| #13 | Luka Romero CD Cruz Azul | 21 | 21-23 | €3.2M | €1.2M | 2.67× |
| #14 | Alán Bautista CF Pachuca | 23 | 21-23 | €3.0M | €1.2M | 2.50× |
| #15 | Dagoberto Espinoza CF América | 22 | 21-23 | €3.0M | €1.2M | 2.50× |
| #16 | Denzell García FC Juárez | 22 | 21-23 | €3.0M | €1.2M | 2.50× |
| #17 | Yael Padilla Deportivo Guadalajara | 20 | U21 | €1.8M | €800K | 2.25× |
| #18 | Ralph Orquin CF América | 23 | 21-23 | €2.5M | €1.2M | 2.08× |
| #19 | Óscar García Club León FC | 22 | 21-23 | €2.5M | €1.2M | 2.08× |
| #20 | Ramiro Árciga Club Tijuana | 21 | 21-23 | €2.5M | €1.2M | 2.08× |
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)
UNAM Pumas's Pablo Lara at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +48%. That means Jordan García is projected to appreciate 48% as they reach their peak age in 6 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Club León FC's Jordan García, who is 20 years old, with a +48% RPP (6 years to peak). Third is Emmanuel Ochoa of CD Cruz Azul, 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 | Pablo Lara UNAM Pumas | 20 | 6 | €500K | €961K | +48% |
| #2 | Jordan García Club León FC | 20 | 6 | €1.2M | €2.3M | +48% |
| #3 | Emmanuel Ochoa CD Cruz Azul | 21 | 5 | €1.0M | €1.8M | +44% |
| #4 | Edison Gruezo Querétaro FC | 19 | 7 | €250K | €415K | +40% |
| #5 | César Garza UNAM Pumas | 20 | 6 | €400K | €665K | +40% |
| #6 | José Eulogio CF Pachuca | 22 | 4 | €200K | €332K | +40% |
| #7 | Elías Montiel CF Pachuca | 20 | 6 | €5.0M | €8.3M | +40% |
| #8 | Óscar García Club León FC | 22 | 4 | €2.5M | €4.2M | +40% |
| #9 | Hugo Camberos Deportivo Guadalajara | 19 | 7 | €2.2M | €3.7M | +40% |
| #10 | Tahiel Jiménez Santos Laguna | 20 | 6 | €750K | €1.2M | +35% |
| #11 | Bernardo Parra Querétaro FC | 21 | 5 | €1.5M | €2.3M | +35% |
| #12 | Yael Padilla Deportivo Guadalajara | 20 | 6 | €1.8M | €2.8M | +35% |
| #13 | José Pachuca Puebla FC | 20 | 6 | €800K | €1.2M | +35% |
| #14 | Eduardo García Deportivo Guadalajara | 23 | 3 | €800K | €1.2M | +35% |
| #15 | Omar Moreno Mazatlán FC | 21 | 5 | €500K | €719K | +30% |
| #16 | Iker Fimbres CF Monterrey | 21 | 5 | €3.8M | €5.5M | +30% |
| #17 | Jean Unjanque Querétaro FC | 21 | 5 | €350K | €503K | +30% |
| #18 | Jonantán Villal Atlético de San Luis | 21 | 5 | €350K | €503K | +30% |
| #19 | Alexéi Domínguez CF Pachuca | 21 | 5 | €2.0M | €2.9M | +30% |
| #20 | Román Torres Atlético de San Luis | 21 | 5 | €700K | €1.0M | +30% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Club León FC's Jordan García has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 118.5. That means Jordan García has 28% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is UNAM Pumas's Pablo Lara with a 118.5 RAU (28% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Emmanuel Ochoa of CD Cruz Azul 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 | Jordan García Club León FC | €1.5M | €1.4M-1.7M | +28% | 118.5 |
| #2 | Pablo Lara UNAM Pumas | €639K | €581K-698K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #3 | Emmanuel Ochoa CD Cruz Azul | €1.2M | €1.1M-1.3M | +23% | 103.3 |
| #4 | José Eulogio CF Pachuca | €238K | €219K-257K | +19% | 100.1 |
| #5 | Óscar García Club León FC | €3.0M | €2.7M-3.2M | +19% | 100.1 |
| #6 | Eduardo García Deportivo Guadalajara | €917K | €844K-991K | +15% | 79.9 |
| #7 | Edison Gruezo Querétaro FC | €298K | €257K-339K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #8 | Hugo Camberos Deportivo Guadalajara | €2.6M | €2.3M-3.0M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #9 | Elías Montiel CF Pachuca | €6.0M | €5.1M-6.8M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #10 | César Garza UNAM Pumas | €476K | €411K-542K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #11 | Yael Padilla Deportivo Guadalajara | €2.1M | €1.8M-2.3M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #12 | Bernardo Parra Querétaro FC | €1.7M | €1.5M-2.0M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #13 | Tahiel Jiménez Santos Laguna | €860K | €741K-979K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #14 | José Pachuca Puebla FC | €917K | €791K-1.0M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #15 | Santiago Homenchenko Querétaro FC | €1.7M | €1.5M-1.9M | +10% | 38.7 |
| #16 | Denzell García FC Juárez | €3.3M | €2.9M-3.7M | +10% | 38.7 |
| #17 | Waldo Madrid Querétaro FC | €165K | €146K-185K | +10% | 38.7 |
| #18 | Víctor Arteaga Deportivo Toluca | €551K | €485K-617K | +10% | 38.7 |
| #19 | Víctor Ríos Atlas Guadalajara | €2.2M | €1.9M-2.5M | +10% | 38.7 |
| #20 | Román Torres Atlético de San Luis | €772K | €665K-878K | +10% | 33.7 |
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)
CF Pachuca's Elías Montiel in the U21 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-1.4%. That means Elías Montiel captures 9.8% of total market value while representing only 11.3% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.
In second is Puebla FC's José Pachuca with a +-1.4% ASC (9.8% value share vs 11.3% player share in U21 bracket). Third is César Garza of UNAM Pumas with a +-1.4% ASC (9.8% value vs 11.3% players in U21 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-1.4% ASC means the player captures -1.4% 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 | Elías Montiel CF Pachuca | U21 | 9.8% | 11.3% | -1.4% |
| #2 | José Pachuca Puebla FC | U21 | 9.8% | 11.3% | -1.4% |
| #3 | César Garza UNAM Pumas | U21 | 9.8% | 11.3% | -1.4% |
| #4 | Tahiel Jiménez Santos Laguna | U21 | 9.8% | 11.3% | -1.4% |
| #5 | Edison Gruezo Querétaro FC | U21 | 9.8% | 11.3% | -1.4% |
| #6 | Hugo Camberos Deportivo Guadalajara | U21 | 9.8% | 11.3% | -1.4% |
| #7 | Yael Padilla Deportivo Guadalajara | U21 | 9.8% | 11.3% | -1.4% |
| #8 | Pablo Lara UNAM Pumas | U21 | 9.8% | 11.3% | -1.4% |
| #9 | Jordan García Club León FC | U21 | 9.8% | 11.3% | -1.4% |
| #10 | Leonardo Flores Atlético de San Luis | 21-23 | 90.2% | 88.8% | +1.4% |
| #11 | Miguel Vázquez CF América | 21-23 | 90.2% | 88.8% | +1.4% |
| #12 | Valentín Gauthier Club León FC | 21-23 | 90.2% | 88.8% | +1.4% |
| #13 | Nicolás Vallejo Club León FC | 21-23 | 90.2% | 88.8% | +1.4% |
| #14 | Ralph Orquin CF América | 21-23 | 90.2% | 88.8% | +1.4% |
| #15 | Rogelio Cortéz Club Necaxa | 21-23 | 90.2% | 88.8% | +1.4% |
| #16 | Waldo Madrid Querétaro FC | 21-23 | 90.2% | 88.8% | +1.4% |
| #17 | Ariel Gamarra Puebla FC | 21-23 | 90.2% | 88.8% | +1.4% |
| #18 | Yan Phillipe Atlético de San Luis | 21-23 | 90.2% | 88.8% | +1.4% |
| #19 | Bernardo Parra Querétaro FC | 21-23 | 90.2% | 88.8% | +1.4% |
| #20 | Óscar García Club León FC | 21-23 | 90.2% | 88.8% | +1.4% |
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: 9 immediate targets, 71 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.
BUY NOW - High 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 €750K. 0 undervalued, 7 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Waldo Madrid Querétaro FC | €150K | €1.2M | -0.75 | Good Value |
José Eulogio CF Pachuca | €200K | €1.2M | -0.71 | Good Value |
Víctor López Querétaro FC | €250K | €1.2M | -0.68 | Good Value |
Miguel Vázquez CF América | €300K | €1.2M | -0.64 | Good Value |
Tony Leone UNAM Pumas | €300K | €1.2M | -0.64 | Good Value |
Bayron Duarte Querétaro FC | €350K | €1.2M | -0.61 | Good Value |
Jean Unjanque Querétaro FC | €350K | €1.2M | -0.61 | Good Value |
Jonantán Villal Atlético de San Luis | €350K | €1.2M | -0.61 | Good Value |
Leonardo Flores Atlético de San Luis | €400K | €1.2M | -0.57 | Good Value |
Érik Dueñas Querétaro FC | €400K | €1.2M | -0.57 | Good Value |
Alek Álvarez Deportivo Toluca | €400K | €1.2M | -0.57 | Good Value |
Ariel Gamarra Puebla FC | €500K | €1.2M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Omar Moreno Mazatlán FC | €500K | €1.2M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Víctor Arteaga Deportivo Toluca | €500K | €1.2M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Diego Abreu Club Tijuana | €500K | €1.2M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Brian Gutiérrez Deportivo Guadalajara | €5.0M | €1.2M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Gael García Club León FC | €500K | €1.2M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Rogelio Cortéz Club Necaxa | €600K | €1.2M | -0.43 | Fair Value |
Ángel Rico UNAM Pumas | €600K | €1.2M | -0.43 | Fair Value |
Rafael Guerrero Tigres UANL | €600K | €1.2M | -0.43 | Fair Value |