Best U23 Young Right-Backs in the Liga MX
7 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Best Young Right-Backs in the Liga MX (Apr 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Liga MX Young Right-Backs 2022-23
Our database tracked 7 Liga MX Young Right-Backs in the 2022-23 season, representing 6 clubs with a combined market value of €10.6M. The average market value for Liga MX Young Right-Backs was €1.5M, with the average age at 22.6 years old.
The most valuable young right-back in the Liga MX was Dagoberto Espinoza, worth €3.0M and played for CF América at 22 years old. The top 5 Young Right-Backs averaged €1.9M in market value, including Emilio Lara and Emilio Martínez.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young right-back was Román Torres (21 years, Atlético de San Luis, €500K), while the oldest was Emilio Lara (23 years, Club Necaxa, €2.0M). Research shows Young Right-Backs typically peak at age 27.
Historical analysis showed 7 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 MX market for Young Right-Backs remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2022-23 season.
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Explore Market Size by Position in Liga MX
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Liga MX Young Right-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 6 clubs with €10.6M combined value.
Age Distribution: Liga MX Young Right-Backs
The Liga MX RB market shows 1 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (7 players, 100% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €10.6M, averaging €1.5M per player.
Top Young Right-Backs by Age Bracket
21-23 Years (7 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 1 Young Right-Backs (14% of players) control €3.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows concentrated value with emerging (<€5m) tier representing 100% of the Liga MX RB pool.
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Liga MX Young Right-Backs
Among 6 Liga MX clubs, Club Necaxa leads with 2 Young Right-Backs worth €3.8M (averaging €1.9M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 100% of tracked Young Right-Backs.
Club Necaxa (2 Young Right-Backs)
CF América (1 Young Right-Backs)
UNAM Pumas (1 Young Right-Backs)
Deportivo Guadalajara (1 Young Right-Backs)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Dagoberto Espinoza
CF América • 22 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.2M
42.3
Emilio Lara
Club Necaxa • 23 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.1M
37.9
Emilio Martínez
Club Necaxa • 23 years old
€1.6M
€1.8M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.9M
36.6
Pablo Monroy
UNAM Pumas • 23 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.6M
34.3
Miguel Gómez
Deportivo Guadalajara • 23 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
29.2
Jesús Rivas
Puebla FC • 23 years old
€692K
€800K
+15.6%
Expected: €857K
26.5
Román Torres
Atlético de San Luis • 21 years old
€432K
€500K
+15.6%
Expected: €551K
19.4
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)
CF América's Dagoberto Espinoza at 22 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 2.00×. That means Dagoberto Espinoza is valued 2.00× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Club Necaxa's Emilio Lara, who is 23 years old, with a 1.33× PPVE. Third is Emilio Martínez of Club Necaxa, who is 23 years old with a 1.20× 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 2.00× means the player is worth 100% 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 | Dagoberto Espinoza CF América | 22 | 21-23 | €3.0M | €1.5M | 2.00× |
| #2 | Emilio Lara Club Necaxa | 23 | 21-23 | €2.0M | €1.5M | 1.33× |
| #3 | Emilio Martínez Club Necaxa | 23 | 21-23 | €1.8M | €1.5M | 1.20× |
| #4 | Pablo Monroy UNAM Pumas | 23 | 21-23 | €1.5M | €1.5M | 1.00× |
| #5 | Miguel Gómez Deportivo Guadalajara | 23 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €1.5M | 0.67× |
| #6 | Jesús Rivas Puebla FC | 23 | 21-23 | €800K | €1.5M | 0.53× |
| #7 | Román Torres Atlético de San Luis | 21 | 21-23 | €500K | €1.5M | 0.33× |
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)
Atlético de San Luis's Román Torres at 21 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +30%. That means Román Torres is projected to appreciate 30% as they reach their peak age in 5 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is CF América's Dagoberto Espinoza, who is 22 years old, with a +25% RPP (4 years to peak). Third is Pablo Monroy of UNAM Pumas, who is 23 years old with a +20% RPP (3 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 30% RPP means the player is expected to gain 30% 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 | Román Torres Atlético de San Luis | 21 | 5 | €500K | €719K | +30% |
| #2 | Dagoberto Espinoza CF América | 22 | 4 | €3.0M | €4.0M | +25% |
| #3 | Pablo Monroy UNAM Pumas | 23 | 3 | €1.5M | €1.9M | +20% |
| #4 | Emilio Lara Club Necaxa | 23 | 3 | €2.0M | €2.5M | +20% |
| #5 | Miguel Gómez Deportivo Guadalajara | 23 | 3 | €1.0M | €1.2M | +20% |
| #6 | Emilio Martínez Club Necaxa | 23 | 3 | €1.8M | €2.2M | +20% |
| #7 | Jesús Rivas Puebla FC | 23 | 3 | €800K | €995K | +20% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Atlético de San Luis's Román Torres has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 33.7. That means Román Torres has 10% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Club Necaxa's Emilio Lara with a 27.5 RAU (7% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Miguel Gómez of Deportivo Guadalajara with a 27.5 RAU (7% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 33.7 means the upside is 33.7× 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 | Román Torres Atlético de San Luis | €551K | €475K-627K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #2 | Emilio Lara Club Necaxa | €2.1M | €1.9M-2.4M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #3 | Miguel Gómez Deportivo Guadalajara | €1.1M | €942K-1.2M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #4 | Emilio Martínez Club Necaxa | €1.9M | €1.7M-2.2M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #5 | Pablo Monroy UNAM Pumas | €1.6M | €1.4M-1.8M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #6 | Jesús Rivas Puebla FC | €857K | €754K-959K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #7 | Dagoberto Espinoza CF América | €3.2M | €2.8M-3.6M | +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 weak 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)
UNAM Pumas's Pablo Monroy in the 21-23 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +0.0%. That means Dagoberto Espinoza captures 100.0% of total market value while representing only 100.0% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is Club Necaxa's Emilio Lara with a +0.0% ASC (100.0% value share vs 100.0% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Jesús Rivas of Puebla FC with a +0.0% ASC (100.0% value vs 100.0% players in 21-23 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +0.0% ASC means the player captures 0.0% 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 | Pablo Monroy UNAM Pumas | 21-23 | 100.0% | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| #2 | Emilio Lara Club Necaxa | 21-23 | 100.0% | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| #3 | Jesús Rivas Puebla FC | 21-23 | 100.0% | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| #4 | Miguel Gómez Deportivo Guadalajara | 21-23 | 100.0% | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| #5 | Emilio Martínez Club Necaxa | 21-23 | 100.0% | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| #6 | Dagoberto Espinoza CF América | 21-23 | 100.0% | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| #7 | Román Torres Atlético de San Luis | 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, 7 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
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WATCH LIST - High Upside
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BUY NOW - Medium Upside
PEAK Players
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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 €1.5M. 0 undervalued, 0 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Román Torres Atlético de San Luis | €500K | €1.5M | -0.83 | Good Value |
Jesús Rivas Puebla FC | €800K | €1.5M | -0.58 | Good Value |
Miguel Gómez Deportivo Guadalajara | €1.0M | €1.5M | -0.42 | Fair Value |
Pablo Monroy UNAM Pumas | €1.5M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Emilio Martínez Club Necaxa | €1.8M | €1.5M | +0.25 | Fair Value |
Emilio Lara Club Necaxa | €2.0M | €1.5M | +0.42 | Fair Value |
Dagoberto Espinoza CF América | €3.0M | €1.5M | +1.25 | Above Market |