Best U23 Young Players in the Liga Portugal 2
164 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Best Young Players in the Liga Portugal 2 (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Market Overview: Liga Portugal 2 Young Players 2023-24
Our database tracked 162 Liga Portugal 2 Young Players in the 2023-24 season, representing 18 clubs with a combined market value of €89.5M. The average market value for Liga Portugal 2 Young Players was €552K, with the average age at 21 years old.
The most valuable young player in the Liga Portugal 2 was Tomás Pérez, worth €3.0M and played for FC Porto B at 20 years old. The top 5 Young Players averaged €2.5M in market value, including José Neto and Salvador Blopa.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young player was José Neto (18 years, SL Benfica B, €3.0M), while the oldest was Domingos Andrade (23 years, FC Porto B, €900K). Research shows Young Players typically peak at age 26-27.
Historical analysis showed 162 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 Portugal 2 market for Young Players 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 Portugal 2
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Liga Portugal 2 Young Players. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 18 clubs with €89.5M combined value.
Age Distribution: Liga Portugal 2 Young Players
The Liga Portugal 2 ALL market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (108 players, 67% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €51.7M, averaging €479K per player.
Top Young Players by Age Bracket
U21 Years (54 players)
21-23 Years (108 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 17 Young Players (10% of players) control €29.5M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows concentrated value with emerging (<€5m) tier representing 100% of the Liga Portugal 2 ALL pool.
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Liga Portugal 2 Young Players
Among 18 Liga Portugal 2 clubs, SL Benfica B leads with 25 Young Players worth €20.4M (averaging €816K per player). The top 10 clubs account for 76% of tracked Young Players.
SL Benfica B (25 Young Players)
FC Porto B (22 Young Players)
Sporting CP B (24 Young Players)
SC União Torreense (9 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.
Tomás Pérez
FC Porto B • 20 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.6M
41.7
José Neto
SL Benfica B • 18 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.7M
39.9
Salvador Blopa
Sporting CP B • 18 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.1M
37.6
Diogo Prioste
SL Benfica B • 22 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.1M
37.3
Kauê
FC Porto B • 21 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.2M
36.6
Eduardo Felicíssimo
Sporting CP B • 19 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.5M
36.1
Gonçalo Oliveira
SL Benfica B • 19 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.4M
35.4
Joshua Wynder
SL Benfica B • 21 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.7M
33.1
Rafael Nel
Sporting CP B • 21 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.7M
33.1
Nuno Félix
SL Benfica B • 22 years old
€1.1M
€1.3M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.4M
31.9
Anhá Cande
FC Porto B • 18 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.9M
31.2
João Moreira
FC Porto B • 22 years old
€1.0M
€1.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.3M
30.9
Léo Azevedo
SC União Torreense • 22 years old
€1.0M
€1.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.3M
30.9
Diego Callai
Sporting CP B • 21 years old
€1.0M
€1.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.5M
30.5
Manuel Mendonça
Sporting CP B • 21 years old
€1.0M
€1.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.3M
30.4
Gonçalo Moreira
SL Benfica B • 20 years old
€1.0M
€1.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.4M
29.8
Gonçalo Sousa
FC Porto B • 19 years old
€1.0M
€1.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.4M
29.1
Martín Tejón
CS Marítimo • 22 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
28.8
Gabriel Brás
FC Porto B • 22 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
28.6
Domingos Andrade
FC Porto B • 23 years old
€778K
€900K
+15.6%
Expected: €953K
27.7
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)
FC Porto B's Tomás Pérez at 20 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 6.00×. That means Tomás Pérez is valued 6.00× higher than the median player in the U21 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is SL Benfica B's José Neto, who is 18 years old, with a 6.00× PPVE. Third is Diogo Prioste of SL Benfica B, who is 22 years old with a 5.71× 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 6.00× means the player is worth 500% 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 | Tomás Pérez FC Porto B | 20 | U21 | €3.0M | €500K | 6.00× |
| #2 | José Neto SL Benfica B | 18 | U21 | €3.0M | €500K | 6.00× |
| #3 | Diogo Prioste SL Benfica B | 22 | 21-23 | €2.0M | €350K | 5.71× |
| #4 | Kauê FC Porto B | 21 | 21-23 | €2.0M | €350K | 5.71× |
| #5 | Salvador Blopa Sporting CP B | 18 | U21 | €2.5M | €500K | 5.00× |
| #6 | Rafael Nel Sporting CP B | 21 | 21-23 | €1.5M | €350K | 4.29× |
| #7 | Joshua Wynder SL Benfica B | 21 | 21-23 | €1.5M | €350K | 4.29× |
| #8 | Gonçalo Oliveira SL Benfica B | 19 | U21 | €2.0M | €500K | 4.00× |
| #9 | Eduardo Felicíssimo Sporting CP B | 19 | U21 | €2.0M | €500K | 4.00× |
| #10 | Nuno Félix SL Benfica B | 22 | 21-23 | €1.3M | €350K | 3.71× |
| #11 | Manuel Mendonça Sporting CP B | 21 | 21-23 | €1.2M | €350K | 3.43× |
| #12 | Léo Azevedo SC União Torreense | 22 | 21-23 | €1.2M | €350K | 3.43× |
| #13 | Diego Callai Sporting CP B | 21 | 21-23 | €1.2M | €350K | 3.43× |
| #14 | João Moreira FC Porto B | 22 | 21-23 | €1.2M | €350K | 3.43× |
| #15 | Anhá Cande FC Porto B | 18 | U21 | €1.5M | €500K | 3.00× |
| #16 | Gabriel Brás FC Porto B | 22 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €350K | 2.86× |
| #17 | Martín Tejón CS Marítimo | 22 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €350K | 2.86× |
| #18 | Domingos Andrade FC Porto B | 23 | 21-23 | €900K | €350K | 2.57× |
| #19 | Samuel Justo Sporting CP B | 22 | 21-23 | €900K | €350K | 2.57× |
| #20 | Rodrigo Rêgo SL Benfica B | 21 | 21-23 | €900K | €350K | 2.57× |
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)
SL Benfica B's Diogo Ferreira at 19 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +52%. That means Diogo Ferreira is projected to appreciate 52% as they reach their peak age in 7 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Sporting CP B's Francisco Silva, who is 20 years old, with a +48% RPP (6 years to peak). Third is Gonçalo Ribeiro of FC Porto B, who is 20 years old with a +48% 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 52% RPP means the player is expected to gain 52% 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 | Diogo Ferreira SL Benfica B | 19 | 7 | €800K | €1.7M | +52% |
| #2 | Francisco Silva Sporting CP B | 20 | 6 | €300K | €576K | +48% |
| #3 | Gonçalo Ribeiro FC Porto B | 20 | 6 | €600K | €1.2M | +48% |
| #4 | Anhá Cande FC Porto B | 18 | 8 | €1.5M | €2.7M | +44% |
| #5 | José Neto SL Benfica B | 18 | 8 | €3.0M | €5.4M | +44% |
| #6 | Tomoya Takahashi UD Oliveirense | 19 | 7 | €225K | €402K | +44% |
| #7 | Diogo Fernandes FC Porto B | 21 | 5 | €800K | €1.4M | +44% |
| #8 | Guilherme Pires Sporting CP B | 21 | 5 | €200K | €357K | +44% |
| #9 | André Miranda FC Porto B | 18 | 8 | €500K | €894K | +44% |
| #10 | Daniel Banjaqui SL Benfica B | 18 | 8 | €1.0M | €1.8M | +44% |
| #11 | Salvador Blopa Sporting CP B | 18 | 8 | €2.5M | €4.5M | +44% |
| #12 | Francisco Silva SL Benfica B | 18 | 8 | €300K | €536K | +44% |
| #13 | Eduardo Felicíssimo Sporting CP B | 19 | 7 | €2.0M | €3.6M | +44% |
| #14 | Nitai Greis UD Oliveirense | 21 | 5 | €150K | €268K | +44% |
| #15 | Diego Callai Sporting CP B | 21 | 5 | €1.2M | €2.1M | +44% |
| #16 | Gabriel Silva Sporting CP B | 19 | 7 | €250K | €415K | +40% |
| #17 | Federico Coletta SL Benfica B | 19 | 7 | €1.0M | €1.7M | +40% |
| #18 | Gonçalo Sousa FC Porto B | 19 | 7 | €1.2M | €2.0M | +40% |
| #19 | Kevin Pinto SL Benfica B | 19 | 7 | €300K | €499K | +40% |
| #20 | Gonçalo Oliveira SL Benfica B | 19 | 7 | €2.0M | €3.3M | +40% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
SL Benfica B's Diogo Ferreira has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 154.3. That means Diogo Ferreira has 40% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Sporting CP B's Francisco Silva with a 118.5 RAU (28% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Gonçalo Ribeiro of FC Porto B with a 118.5 RAU (28% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 154.3 means the upside is 154.3× 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 | Diogo Ferreira SL Benfica B | €1.1M | €1.0M-1.2M | +40% | 154.3 |
| #2 | Francisco Silva Sporting CP B | €384K | €348K-419K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #3 | Gonçalo Ribeiro FC Porto B | €767K | €697K-838K | +28% | 118.5 |
| #4 | Nitai Greis UD Oliveirense | €185K | €168K-202K | +23% | 103.3 |
| #5 | Diego Callai Sporting CP B | €1.5M | €1.3M-1.6M | +23% | 103.3 |
| #6 | Diogo Fernandes FC Porto B | €988K | €897K-1.1M | +23% | 103.3 |
| #7 | Guilherme Pires Sporting CP B | €247K | €224K-270K | +23% | 103.3 |
| #8 | Marko Gudžulić GD Chaves | €344K | €316K-371K | +15% | 79.9 |
| #9 | Antonio Gomis FC Vizela | €573K | €527K-619K | +15% | 79.9 |
| #10 | Manuel Baldé FC Penafiel | €745K | €686K-805K | +15% | 79.9 |
| #11 | Salvador Blopa Sporting CP B | €3.1M | €2.7M-3.5M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #12 | Anhá Cande FC Porto B | €1.9M | €1.6M-2.1M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #13 | José Neto SL Benfica B | €3.7M | €3.2M-4.2M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #14 | Eduardo Felicíssimo Sporting CP B | €2.5M | €2.1M-2.8M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #15 | André Miranda FC Porto B | €617K | €532K-703K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #16 | Daniel Banjaqui SL Benfica B | €1.2M | €1.1M-1.4M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #17 | Francisco Silva SL Benfica B | €370K | €319K-422K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #18 | Tomoya Takahashi UD Oliveirense | €278K | €239K-316K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #19 | Gonçalo Sousa FC Porto B | €1.4M | €1.2M-1.6M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #20 | Kevin Pinto SL Benfica B | €357K | €308K-407K | +19% | 58.0 |
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 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)
Sporting CP B's Manuel Mendonça in the 21-23 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-8.9%. That means Diogo Prioste captures 57.8% of total market value while representing only 66.7% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.
In second is UD Oliveirense's Tiago Brito with a +-8.9% ASC (57.8% value share vs 66.7% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Tomás Silva of Académico Viseu FC with a +-8.9% ASC (57.8% value vs 66.7% players in 21-23 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-8.9% ASC means the player captures -8.9% 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 | Manuel Mendonça Sporting CP B | 21-23 | 57.8% | 66.7% | -8.9% |
| #2 | Tiago Brito UD Oliveirense | 21-23 | 57.8% | 66.7% | -8.9% |
| #3 | Tomás Silva Académico Viseu FC | 21-23 | 57.8% | 66.7% | -8.9% |
| #4 | Rodrigo Ramos FC Vizela | 21-23 | 57.8% | 66.7% | -8.9% |
| #5 | Cláudio Araújo Leixões SC | 21-23 | 57.8% | 66.7% | -8.9% |
| #6 | David Moreira Sporting CP B | 21-23 | 57.8% | 66.7% | -8.9% |
| #7 | Rafael Nel Sporting CP B | 21-23 | 57.8% | 66.7% | -8.9% |
| #8 | Kauan FC Paços de Ferreira | 21-23 | 57.8% | 66.7% | -8.9% |
| #9 | Mohamed Ali Diadié SC União Torreense | 21-23 | 57.8% | 66.7% | -8.9% |
| #10 | Dokou Dodo Leixões SC | 21-23 | 57.8% | 66.7% | -8.9% |
| #11 | Lourenço Leixões SC | 21-23 | 57.8% | 66.7% | -8.9% |
| #12 | Jota FC Penafiel | 21-23 | 57.8% | 66.7% | -8.9% |
| #13 | José Sampaio FC Vizela | 21-23 | 57.8% | 66.7% | -8.9% |
| #14 | Bruno Faria Lusitânia FC Lourosa | 21-23 | 57.8% | 66.7% | -8.9% |
| #15 | Edney Portimonense SAD | 21-23 | 57.8% | 66.7% | -8.9% |
| #16 | Léo Azevedo SC União Torreense | 21-23 | 57.8% | 66.7% | -8.9% |
| #17 | Gui Meira CD Feirense | 21-23 | 57.8% | 66.7% | -8.9% |
| #18 | Dani Borges UD Leiria | 21-23 | 57.8% | 66.7% | -8.9% |
| #19 | Rayan Lucas Sporting CP B | 21-23 | 57.8% | 66.7% | -8.9% |
| #20 | Bruno Ramos Sporting CP B | 21-23 | 57.8% | 66.7% | -8.9% |
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: 36 immediate targets, 126 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
WATCH LIST - High Upside
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BUY NOW - Medium 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 €450K. 0 undervalued, 20 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gal Kranjcic SC Farense | €150K | €400K | -0.70 | Good Value |
Gustavão UD Oliveirense | €125K | €400K | -0.64 | Good Value |
Tyler Keating UD Oliveirense | €125K | €400K | -0.64 | Good Value |
Mateus Sarará Portimonense SAD | €125K | €400K | -0.64 | Good Value |
Miguel Monteiro UD Oliveirense | €125K | €400K | -0.64 | Good Value |
Basit Ahmed CD Feirense | €125K | €400K | -0.64 | Good Value |
Bernardes SL Benfica B | €200K | €400K | -0.60 | Good Value |
Mateusz Kowalski SC União Torreense | €200K | €400K | -0.60 | Good Value |
Gil Martins FC Porto B | €200K | €400K | -0.60 | Good Value |
Dudu SL Benfica B | €200K | €400K | -0.60 | Good Value |
Leandro Martins SL Benfica B | €200K | €400K | -0.60 | Good Value |
Tomás Silva Académico Viseu FC | €150K | €400K | -0.57 | Good Value |
Gui Meira CD Feirense | €150K | €400K | -0.57 | Good Value |
Pedro Ramos FC Vizela | €150K | €400K | -0.57 | Good Value |
Samad Popoola CD Feirense | €150K | €400K | -0.57 | Good Value |
Nitai Greis UD Oliveirense | €150K | €400K | -0.57 | Good Value |
Afonso Peixoto SC União Torreense | €150K | €400K | -0.57 | Good Value |
Rafael Pontelo Sporting CP B | €150K | €400K | -0.57 | Good Value |
Tomoya Takahashi UD Oliveirense | €225K | €400K | -0.55 | Good Value |
Dânio Djassi Portimonense SAD | €225K | €400K | -0.55 | Good Value |