Best U23 Young Players in the Liga Portugal 2
42 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Best Young Players in the Liga Portugal 2 (Apr 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Liga Portugal 2 Young Players 2023-24
Our database tracked 42 Liga Portugal 2 Young Players in the 2023-24 season, representing 16 clubs with a combined market value of €26.6M. The average market value for Liga Portugal 2 Young Players was €633K, with the average age at 21.7 years old.
The most valuable young player in the Liga Portugal 2 was Eduardo Felicíssimo, worth €3.0M and played for Sporting CP B at 19 years old. The top 5 Young Players averaged €1.9M in market value, including Kauê and Diogo Prioste.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young player was Eduardo Felicíssimo (19 years, Sporting CP B, €3.0M), while the oldest was Miguel Menino (23 years, SC Farense, €1.0M). Research shows Young Players typically peak at age 26-27.
Historical analysis showed 42 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 16 clubs with €26.6M 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 (34 players, 81% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €19.5M, averaging €573K per player.
Top Young Players by Age Bracket
U21 Years (8 players)
21-23 Years (34 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 5 Young Players (12% of players) control €9.6M
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 16 Liga Portugal 2 clubs, Sporting CP B leads with 8 Young Players worth €7.2M (averaging €900K per player). The top 10 clubs account for 79% of tracked Young Players.
Sporting CP B (8 Young Players)
FC Porto B (5 Young Players)
SL Benfica B (1 Young Players)
SC União Torreense (5 Young Players)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Eduardo Felicíssimo
Sporting CP B • 19 years old
€2.6M
€3.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.7M
41.2
Kauê
FC Porto B • 21 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.2M
36.6
Diogo Prioste
SL Benfica B • 22 years old
€1.6M
€1.8M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.9M
35.9
Ángel Alarcón
FC Porto B • 21 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.7M
33.1
Mateo Tanlongo
Sporting CP B • 22 years old
€1.1M
€1.3M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.4M
31.9
Gonçalo Sousa
FC Porto B • 19 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.8M
31.8
Gabriel Brás
FC Porto B • 22 years old
€1.0M
€1.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.3M
30.9
Miguel Menino
SC Farense • 23 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
29.2
Diego Callai
Sporting CP B • 21 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.2M
28.2
Gonçalo Ribeiro
FC Porto B • 20 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.3M
28.0
Manuel Baldé
FC Penafiel • 23 years old
€778K
€900K
+15.6%
Expected: €1.0M
27.2
Víctor Rofino
UD Leiria • 23 years old
€649K
€750K
+15.6%
Expected: €803K
25.7
Roan Wilson
GD Chaves • 23 years old
€605K
€700K
+15.6%
Expected: €741K
24.5
Martim Tavares
CS Marítimo • 22 years old
€519K
€600K
+15.6%
Expected: €635K
22.3
Dany Jean
SC União Torreense • 23 years old
€476K
€550K
+15.6%
Expected: €589K
21.8
Martín Tejón
CS Marítimo • 22 years old
€432K
€500K
+15.6%
Expected: €529K
20.3
Rômulo
Sporting CP B • 22 years old
€432K
€500K
+15.6%
Expected: €529K
20.0
João Muniz
Sporting CP B • 20 years old
€432K
€500K
+15.6%
Expected: €573K
18.8
Dani Borges
UD Leiria • 23 years old
€346K
€400K
+15.6%
Expected: €423K
17.4
Samuel Justo
Sporting CP B • 22 years old
€346K
€400K
+15.6%
Expected: €423K
17.2
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)
Sporting CP B's Eduardo Felicíssimo at 19 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 6.00×. That means Eduardo Felicíssimo is valued 6.00× higher than the median player in the U21 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is FC Porto B's Kauê, who is 21 years old, with a 5.71× PPVE. Third is Diogo Prioste of SL Benfica B, who is 22 years old with a 5.14× 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 | Eduardo Felicíssimo Sporting CP B | 19 | U21 | €3.0M | €500K | 6.00× |
| #2 | Kauê FC Porto B | 21 | 21-23 | €2.0M | €350K | 5.71× |
| #3 | Diogo Prioste SL Benfica B | 22 | 21-23 | €1.8M | €350K | 5.14× |
| #4 | Ángel Alarcón FC Porto B | 21 | 21-23 | €1.5M | €350K | 4.29× |
| #5 | Mateo Tanlongo Sporting CP B | 22 | 21-23 | €1.3M | €350K | 3.71× |
| #6 | Gabriel Brás FC Porto B | 22 | 21-23 | €1.2M | €350K | 3.43× |
| #7 | Gonçalo Sousa FC Porto B | 19 | U21 | €1.5M | €500K | 3.00× |
| #8 | Miguel Menino SC Farense | 23 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €350K | 2.86× |
| #9 | Diego Callai Sporting CP B | 21 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €350K | 2.86× |
| #10 | Manuel Baldé FC Penafiel | 23 | 21-23 | €900K | €350K | 2.57× |
| #11 | Víctor Rofino UD Leiria | 23 | 21-23 | €750K | €350K | 2.14× |
| #12 | Roan Wilson GD Chaves | 23 | 21-23 | €700K | €350K | 2.00× |
| #13 | Gonçalo Ribeiro FC Porto B | 20 | U21 | €1.0M | €500K | 2.00× |
| #14 | Martim Tavares CS Marítimo | 22 | 21-23 | €600K | €350K | 1.71× |
| #15 | Dany Jean SC União Torreense | 23 | 21-23 | €550K | €350K | 1.57× |
| #16 | Rômulo Sporting CP B | 22 | 21-23 | €500K | €350K | 1.43× |
| #17 | Martín Tejón CS Marítimo | 22 | 21-23 | €500K | €350K | 1.43× |
| #18 | Dani Borges UD Leiria | 23 | 21-23 | €400K | €350K | 1.14× |
| #19 | Samuel Justo Sporting CP B | 22 | 21-23 | €400K | €350K | 1.14× |
| #20 | Arielson SC União Torreense | 21 | 21-23 | €350K | €350K | 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)
FC Porto B's Gonçalo Ribeiro at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +48%. That means Gonçalo Ribeiro is projected to appreciate 48% as they reach their peak age in 6 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Sporting CP B's Eduardo Felicíssimo, who is 19 years old, with a +44% RPP (7 years to peak). Third is Diego Callai of Sporting CP B, 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 | Gonçalo Ribeiro FC Porto B | 20 | 6 | €1.0M | €1.9M | +48% |
| #2 | Eduardo Felicíssimo Sporting CP B | 19 | 7 | €3.0M | €5.4M | +44% |
| #3 | Diego Callai Sporting CP B | 21 | 5 | €1.0M | €1.8M | +44% |
| #4 | Antonio Gomis FC Vizela | 22 | 4 | €150K | €249K | +40% |
| #5 | Gonçalo Sousa FC Porto B | 19 | 7 | €1.5M | €2.5M | +40% |
| #6 | João Muniz Sporting CP B | 20 | 6 | €500K | €773K | +35% |
| #7 | Manuel Baldé FC Penafiel | 23 | 3 | €900K | €1.4M | +35% |
| #8 | Mauro Couto Sporting CP B | 20 | 6 | €200K | €309K | +35% |
| #9 | Foe Ondoa UD Oliveirense | 20 | 6 | €400K | €618K | +35% |
| #10 | Marco Ribeiro FC Felgueiras 1932 | 20 | 6 | €200K | €309K | +35% |
| #11 | Mateusz Kowalski SC União Torreense | 20 | 6 | €300K | €464K | +35% |
| #12 | Marko Gudžulić GD Chaves | 23 | 3 | €200K | €309K | +35% |
| #13 | Arielson SC União Torreense | 21 | 5 | €350K | €503K | +30% |
| #14 | Kauê FC Porto B | 21 | 5 | €2.0M | €2.9M | +30% |
| #15 | Mateo Tanlongo Sporting CP B | 22 | 4 | €1.3M | €1.9M | +30% |
| #16 | Ángel Alarcón FC Porto B | 21 | 5 | €1.5M | €2.2M | +30% |
| #17 | Leo Díaz Leixões SC | 22 | 4 | €350K | €468K | +25% |
| #18 | Roan Wilson GD Chaves | 23 | 3 | €700K | €936K | +25% |
| #19 | Rodrigo Ramos FC Vizela | 22 | 4 | €300K | €401K | +25% |
| #20 | Meireles Injai FC Penafiel | 22 | 4 | €150K | €201K | +25% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
FC Porto B's Gonçalo Ribeiro has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 118.5. That means Gonçalo Ribeiro has 28% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Sporting CP B's Diego Callai with a 103.3 RAU (23% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Antonio Gomis of FC Vizela with a 100.1 RAU (19% 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 | Gonçalo Ribeiro FC Porto B | €1.3M | €1.2M-1.4M | +28% | 118.5 |
| #2 | Diego Callai Sporting CP B | €1.2M | €1.1M-1.3M | +23% | 103.3 |
| #3 | Antonio Gomis FC Vizela | €179K | €164K-193K | +19% | 100.1 |
| #4 | Marko Gudžulić GD Chaves | €229K | €211K-248K | +15% | 79.9 |
| #5 | Manuel Baldé FC Penafiel | €1.0M | €949K-1.1M | +15% | 79.9 |
| #6 | Eduardo Felicíssimo Sporting CP B | €3.7M | €3.2M-4.2M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #7 | Gonçalo Sousa FC Porto B | €1.8M | €1.5M-2.0M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #8 | João Muniz Sporting CP B | €573K | €494K-652K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #9 | Mateusz Kowalski SC União Torreense | €344K | €297K-391K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #10 | Mauro Couto Sporting CP B | €229K | €198K-261K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #11 | Marco Ribeiro FC Felgueiras 1932 | €229K | €198K-261K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #12 | Mateo Tanlongo Sporting CP B | €1.4M | €1.3M-1.6M | +10% | 38.7 |
| #13 | Foe Ondoa UD Oliveirense | €459K | €380K-538K | +15% | 37.1 |
| #14 | Arielson SC União Torreense | €386K | €333K-439K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #15 | Ángel Alarcón FC Porto B | €1.7M | €1.4M-1.9M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #16 | Kauê FC Porto B | €2.2M | €1.9M-2.5M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #17 | Alejandro Alfaro SC União Torreense | €268K | €236K-300K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #18 | Miguel Menino SC Farense | €1.1M | €942K-1.2M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #19 | Nile John CD Feirense | €321K | €283K-360K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #20 | Rafael Pontelo Sporting CP B | €321K | €283K-360K | +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 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)
FC Porto B's Gonçalo Sousa in the U21 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +7.7%. That means Eduardo Felicíssimo captures 26.7% of total market value while representing only 19.0% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is Sporting CP B's Mauro Couto with a +7.7% ASC (26.7% value share vs 19.0% player share in U21 bracket). Third is Eduardo Felicíssimo of Sporting CP B with a +7.7% ASC (26.7% value vs 19.0% players in U21 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +7.7% ASC means the player captures 7.7% 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 | Gonçalo Sousa FC Porto B | U21 | 26.7% | 19.0% | +7.7% |
| #2 | Mauro Couto Sporting CP B | U21 | 26.7% | 19.0% | +7.7% |
| #3 | Eduardo Felicíssimo Sporting CP B | U21 | 26.7% | 19.0% | +7.7% |
| #4 | Foe Ondoa UD Oliveirense | U21 | 26.7% | 19.0% | +7.7% |
| #5 | Marco Ribeiro FC Felgueiras 1932 | U21 | 26.7% | 19.0% | +7.7% |
| #6 | Mateusz Kowalski SC União Torreense | U21 | 26.7% | 19.0% | +7.7% |
| #7 | Gonçalo Ribeiro FC Porto B | U21 | 26.7% | 19.0% | +7.7% |
| #8 | João Muniz Sporting CP B | U21 | 26.7% | 19.0% | +7.7% |
| #9 | Rodrigo Ramos FC Vizela | 21-23 | 73.3% | 81.0% | -7.7% |
| #10 | Dani Borges UD Leiria | 21-23 | 73.3% | 81.0% | -7.7% |
| #11 | Arielson SC União Torreense | 21-23 | 73.3% | 81.0% | -7.7% |
| #12 | Meireles Injai FC Penafiel | 21-23 | 73.3% | 81.0% | -7.7% |
| #13 | Miguel Mota FC Paços de Ferreira | 21-23 | 73.3% | 81.0% | -7.7% |
| #14 | Nile John CD Feirense | 21-23 | 73.3% | 81.0% | -7.7% |
| #15 | Dany Jean SC União Torreense | 21-23 | 73.3% | 81.0% | -7.7% |
| #16 | Roan Wilson GD Chaves | 21-23 | 73.3% | 81.0% | -7.7% |
| #17 | Ángel Alarcón FC Porto B | 21-23 | 73.3% | 81.0% | -7.7% |
| #18 | Marco Cruz CS Marítimo | 21-23 | 73.3% | 81.0% | -7.7% |
| #19 | Gabriel Brás FC Porto B | 21-23 | 73.3% | 81.0% | -7.7% |
| #20 | Diogo Prioste SL Benfica B | 21-23 | 73.3% | 81.0% | -7.7% |
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: 5 immediate targets, 37 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 €300K. 0 undervalued, 6 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Meireles Injai FC Penafiel | €150K | €400K | -0.38 | Fair Value |
Yong-hak Kim Portimonense SAD | €150K | €400K | -0.38 | Fair Value |
Antonio Gomis FC Vizela | €150K | €400K | -0.38 | Fair Value |
Miguel Mota FC Paços de Ferreira | €200K | €400K | -0.29 | Fair Value |
Marco Cruz CS Marítimo | €200K | €400K | -0.29 | Fair Value |
Marko Gudžulić GD Chaves | €200K | €400K | -0.29 | Fair Value |
Xiko Gomes CS Marítimo | €200K | €400K | -0.29 | Fair Value |
Miguel Monteiro UD Oliveirense | €200K | €400K | -0.29 | Fair Value |
Mauro Couto Sporting CP B | €200K | €400K | -0.25 | Fair Value |
Marco Ribeiro FC Felgueiras 1932 | €200K | €400K | -0.25 | Fair Value |
Berna FC Felgueiras 1932 | €225K | €400K | -0.24 | Fair Value |
Alejandro Alfaro SC União Torreense | €250K | €400K | -0.19 | Fair Value |
André Simões SC União Torreense | €250K | €400K | -0.19 | Fair Value |
Mateusz Kowalski SC União Torreense | €300K | €400K | -0.17 | Fair Value |
Rodrigo Ramos FC Vizela | €300K | €400K | -0.10 | Fair Value |
Nile John CD Feirense | €300K | €400K | -0.10 | Fair Value |
Bica Leixões SC | €300K | €400K | -0.10 | Fair Value |
Dieu-Merci Michel UD Leiria | €300K | €400K | -0.10 | Fair Value |
Rafael Pontelo Sporting CP B | €300K | €400K | -0.10 | Fair Value |
Foe Ondoa UD Oliveirense | €400K | €400K | -0.08 | Fair Value |