Best U23 Young Midfielders in the Liga Portugal
20 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Best Young Midfielders in the Liga Portugal (Apr 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Liga Portugal Young Midfielders 2022-23
Our database tracked 20 Liga Portugal Young Midfielders in the 2022-23 season, representing 12 clubs with a combined market value of €68.4M. The average market value for Liga Portugal Young Midfielders was €3.4M, with the average age at 21.9 years old.
The most valuable young midfielder in the Liga Portugal was Victor Froholdt, worth €22.0M and played for FC Porto at 20 years old. The top 5 Young Midfielders averaged €9.4M in market value, including Mario Dorgeles and Gorby.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young midfielder was João Simões (19 years, Sporting CP, €6.0M), while the oldest was Gorby (23 years, SC Braga, €5.0M). Research shows Young Midfielders typically peak at age 26-27.
Historical analysis showed 20 Young Midfielders (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 market for Young Midfielders remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2022-23 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
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Liga Portugal Young Midfielders. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 12 clubs with €68.4M combined value.
Age Distribution: Liga Portugal Young Midfielders
The Liga Portugal CM market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (17 players, 85% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €35.9M, averaging €2.1M per player.
Top Young Midfielders by Age Bracket
U21 Years (3 players)
21-23 Years (17 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 2 Young Midfielders (10% of players) control €32.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with high (€15-30m) tier representing 5% of the Liga Portugal CM pool.
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Liga Portugal Young Midfielders
Among 12 Liga Portugal clubs, FC Porto leads with 1 Young Midfielders worth €22.0M (averaging €22.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 90% of tracked Young Midfielders.
FC Porto (1 Young Midfielders)
SC Braga (3 Young Midfielders)
FC Famalicão (3 Young Midfielders)
Sporting CP (1 Young Midfielders)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Victor Froholdt
FC Porto • 20 years old
€19.0M
€22.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €25.2M
73.1
Mario Dorgeles
SC Braga • 21 years old
€8.6M
€10.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €11.0M
60.3
Gorby
SC Braga • 23 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.4M
52.9
João Simões
Sporting CP • 19 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €7.1M
52.7
Vasco Sousa
Moreirense FC • 23 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.3M
50.1
Diego Rodrigues
SC Braga • 20 years old
€3.9M
€4.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.2M
49.7
Mathias de Amorim
FC Famalicão • 21 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.4M
48.9
Beni
Vitória Guimarães SC • 23 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.1M
37.9
Taichi Fukui
FC Arouca • 21 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.2M
36.6
Brandon Aguilera
Rio Ave FC • 22 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.6M
33.7
Marcos Peña
FC Famalicão • 21 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.7M
33.1
Espen van Ee
FC Arouca • 22 years old
€1.1M
€1.3M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.4M
31.9
Mateo Flores
FC Arouca • 22 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
28.6
Joel Silva
CD Nacional • 23 years old
€692K
€800K
+15.6%
Expected: €857K
26.5
Otar Mamageishvili
FC Famalicão • 23 years old
€605K
€700K
+15.6%
Expected: €749K
24.8
Gonçalo Nogueira
Vitória Guimarães SC • 22 years old
€519K
€600K
+15.6%
Expected: €635K
22.3
Robinho
CF Estrela Amadora • 23 years old
€432K
€500K
+15.6%
Expected: €535K
20.6
Gustavo Mendonça
Avs Futebol • 23 years old
€346K
€400K
+15.6%
Expected: €428K
17.8
Gian Cabezas
FC Alverca • 23 years old
€303K
€350K
+15.6%
Expected: €375K
16.2
Rodri Alonso
Moreirense FC • 23 years old
€259K
€300K
+15.6%
Expected: €321K
14.3
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)
SC Braga's Mario Dorgeles at 21 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 7.69×. That means Mario Dorgeles is valued 7.69× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is SC Braga's Gorby, who is 23 years old, with a 3.85× PPVE. Third is Victor Froholdt of FC Porto, who is 20 years old with a 3.67× 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 7.69× means the player is worth 669% 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 | Mario Dorgeles SC Braga | 21 | 21-23 | €10.0M | €1.3M | 7.69× |
| #2 | Gorby SC Braga | 23 | 21-23 | €5.0M | €1.3M | 3.85× |
| #3 | Victor Froholdt FC Porto | 20 | U21 | €22.0M | €6.0M | 3.67× |
| #4 | Mathias de Amorim FC Famalicão | 21 | 21-23 | €4.0M | €1.3M | 3.08× |
| #5 | Vasco Sousa Moreirense FC | 23 | 21-23 | €4.0M | €1.3M | 3.08× |
| #6 | Beni Vitória Guimarães SC | 23 | 21-23 | €2.0M | €1.3M | 1.54× |
| #7 | Taichi Fukui FC Arouca | 21 | 21-23 | €2.0M | €1.3M | 1.54× |
| #8 | Marcos Peña FC Famalicão | 21 | 21-23 | €1.5M | €1.3M | 1.15× |
| #9 | Brandon Aguilera Rio Ave FC | 22 | 21-23 | €1.5M | €1.3M | 1.15× |
| #10 | Espen van Ee FC Arouca | 22 | 21-23 | €1.3M | €1.3M | 1.00× |
| #11 | João Simões Sporting CP | 19 | U21 | €6.0M | €6.0M | 1.00× |
| #12 | Mateo Flores FC Arouca | 22 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €1.3M | 0.77× |
| #13 | Diego Rodrigues SC Braga | 20 | U21 | €4.5M | €6.0M | 0.75× |
| #14 | Joel Silva CD Nacional | 23 | 21-23 | €800K | €1.3M | 0.62× |
| #15 | Otar Mamageishvili FC Famalicão | 23 | 21-23 | €700K | €1.3M | 0.54× |
| #16 | Gonçalo Nogueira Vitória Guimarães SC | 22 | 21-23 | €600K | €1.3M | 0.46× |
| #17 | Robinho CF Estrela Amadora | 23 | 21-23 | €500K | €1.3M | 0.38× |
| #18 | Gustavo Mendonça Avs Futebol | 23 | 21-23 | €400K | €1.3M | 0.31× |
| #19 | Gian Cabezas FC Alverca | 23 | 21-23 | €350K | €1.3M | 0.27× |
| #20 | Rodri Alonso Moreirense FC | 23 | 21-23 | €300K | €1.3M | 0.23× |
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)
Sporting CP's João Simões at 19 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +40%. That means João Simões is projected to appreciate 40% as they reach their peak age in 7 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is FC Porto's Victor Froholdt, who is 20 years old, with a +35% RPP (6 years to peak). Third is Diego Rodrigues of SC Braga, 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 40% RPP means the player is expected to gain 40% 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 | João Simões Sporting CP | 19 | 7 | €6.0M | €10.0M | +40% |
| #2 | Victor Froholdt FC Porto | 20 | 6 | €22.0M | €34.0M | +35% |
| #3 | Diego Rodrigues SC Braga | 20 | 6 | €4.5M | €7.0M | +35% |
| #4 | Mathias de Amorim FC Famalicão | 21 | 5 | €4.0M | €5.7M | +30% |
| #5 | Taichi Fukui FC Arouca | 21 | 5 | €2.0M | €2.9M | +30% |
| #6 | Mario Dorgeles SC Braga | 21 | 5 | €10.0M | €14.4M | +30% |
| #7 | Marcos Peña FC Famalicão | 21 | 5 | €1.5M | €2.2M | +30% |
| #8 | Mateo Flores FC Arouca | 22 | 4 | €1.0M | €1.3M | +25% |
| #9 | Gonçalo Nogueira Vitória Guimarães SC | 22 | 4 | €600K | €802K | +25% |
| #10 | Espen van Ee FC Arouca | 22 | 4 | €1.3M | €1.7M | +25% |
| #11 | Brandon Aguilera Rio Ave FC | 22 | 4 | €1.5M | €2.0M | +25% |
| #12 | Otar Mamageishvili FC Famalicão | 23 | 3 | €700K | €870K | +20% |
| #13 | Gian Cabezas FC Alverca | 23 | 3 | €350K | €435K | +20% |
| #14 | Gorby SC Braga | 23 | 3 | €5.0M | €6.2M | +20% |
| #15 | Rodri Alonso Moreirense FC | 23 | 3 | €300K | €373K | +20% |
| #16 | Robinho CF Estrela Amadora | 23 | 3 | €500K | €622K | +20% |
| #17 | Vasco Sousa Moreirense FC | 23 | 3 | €4.0M | €5.0M | +20% |
| #18 | Beni Vitória Guimarães SC | 23 | 3 | €2.0M | €2.5M | +20% |
| #19 | Gustavo Mendonça Avs Futebol | 23 | 3 | €400K | €497K | +20% |
| #20 | Joel Silva CD Nacional | 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)
Sporting CP's João Simões has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 58.0. That means João Simões has 19% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is FC Porto's Victor Froholdt with a 46.3 RAU (15% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Diego Rodrigues of SC Braga 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 58.0 means the upside is 58.0× 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 | João Simões Sporting CP | €7.1M | €6.2M-8.1M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #2 | Victor Froholdt FC Porto | €25.2M | €21.7M-28.7M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #3 | Diego Rodrigues SC Braga | €5.2M | €4.4M-5.9M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #4 | Mario Dorgeles SC Braga | €11.0M | €9.5M-12.5M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #5 | Marcos Peña FC Famalicão | €1.7M | €1.4M-1.9M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #6 | Mathias de Amorim FC Famalicão | €4.4M | €3.8M-5.0M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #7 | Taichi Fukui FC Arouca | €2.2M | €1.9M-2.5M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #8 | Robinho CF Estrela Amadora | €535K | €471K-600K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #9 | Vasco Sousa Moreirense FC | €4.3M | €3.8M-4.8M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #10 | Beni Vitória Guimarães SC | €2.1M | €1.9M-2.4M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #11 | Rodri Alonso Moreirense FC | €321K | €283K-360K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #12 | Gorby SC Braga | €5.4M | €4.7M-6.0M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #13 | Otar Mamageishvili FC Famalicão | €749K | €660K-839K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #14 | Gian Cabezas FC Alverca | €375K | €330K-420K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #15 | Gustavo Mendonça Avs Futebol | €428K | €377K-480K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #16 | Joel Silva CD Nacional | €857K | €754K-959K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #17 | Gonçalo Nogueira Vitória Guimarães SC | €635K | €559K-711K | +6% | 23.0 |
| #18 | Mateo Flores FC Arouca | €1.1M | €931K-1.2M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #19 | Espen van Ee FC Arouca | €1.4M | €1.2M-1.5M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #20 | Brandon Aguilera Rio Ave FC | €1.6M | €1.4M-1.8M | +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 midfielder 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's Victor Froholdt in the U21 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +32.5%. That means Victor Froholdt captures 47.5% of total market value while representing only 15.0% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is Sporting CP's João Simões with a +32.5% ASC (47.5% value share vs 15.0% player share in U21 bracket). Third is Diego Rodrigues of SC Braga with a +32.5% ASC (47.5% value vs 15.0% players in U21 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +32.5% ASC means the player captures 32.5% 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 | Victor Froholdt FC Porto | U21 | 47.5% | 15.0% | +32.5% |
| #2 | João Simões Sporting CP | U21 | 47.5% | 15.0% | +32.5% |
| #3 | Diego Rodrigues SC Braga | U21 | 47.5% | 15.0% | +32.5% |
| #4 | Mario Dorgeles SC Braga | 21-23 | 52.5% | 85.0% | -32.5% |
| #5 | Mateo Flores FC Arouca | 21-23 | 52.5% | 85.0% | -32.5% |
| #6 | Mathias de Amorim FC Famalicão | 21-23 | 52.5% | 85.0% | -32.5% |
| #7 | Marcos Peña FC Famalicão | 21-23 | 52.5% | 85.0% | -32.5% |
| #8 | Robinho CF Estrela Amadora | 21-23 | 52.5% | 85.0% | -32.5% |
| #9 | Vasco Sousa Moreirense FC | 21-23 | 52.5% | 85.0% | -32.5% |
| #10 | Espen van Ee FC Arouca | 21-23 | 52.5% | 85.0% | -32.5% |
| #11 | Gorby SC Braga | 21-23 | 52.5% | 85.0% | -32.5% |
| #12 | Brandon Aguilera Rio Ave FC | 21-23 | 52.5% | 85.0% | -32.5% |
| #13 | Gustavo Mendonça Avs Futebol | 21-23 | 52.5% | 85.0% | -32.5% |
| #14 | Beni Vitória Guimarães SC | 21-23 | 52.5% | 85.0% | -32.5% |
| #15 | Rodri Alonso Moreirense FC | 21-23 | 52.5% | 85.0% | -32.5% |
| #16 | Otar Mamageishvili FC Famalicão | 21-23 | 52.5% | 85.0% | -32.5% |
| #17 | Taichi Fukui FC Arouca | 21-23 | 52.5% | 85.0% | -32.5% |
| #18 | Gian Cabezas FC Alverca | 21-23 | 52.5% | 85.0% | -32.5% |
| #19 | Gonçalo Nogueira Vitória Guimarães SC | 21-23 | 52.5% | 85.0% | -32.5% |
| #20 | Joel Silva CD Nacional | 21-23 | 52.5% | 85.0% | -32.5% |
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: 1 immediate targets, 19 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
WATCH LIST - 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 €22.0M. 0 undervalued, 2 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gorby SC Braga | €5.0M | €1.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Rodri Alonso Moreirense FC | €300K | €1.5M | -0.47 | Fair Value |
Gian Cabezas FC Alverca | €350K | €1.5M | -0.43 | Fair Value |
Gustavo Mendonça Avs Futebol | €400K | €1.5M | -0.40 | Fair Value |
Robinho CF Estrela Amadora | €500K | €1.5M | -0.33 | Fair Value |
Gonçalo Nogueira Vitória Guimarães SC | €600K | €1.5M | -0.27 | Fair Value |
Otar Mamageishvili FC Famalicão | €700K | €1.5M | -0.20 | Fair Value |
Joel Silva CD Nacional | €800K | €1.5M | -0.13 | Fair Value |
Mario Dorgeles SC Braga | €10.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Mateo Flores FC Arouca | €1.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Victor Froholdt FC Porto | €22.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
João Simões Sporting CP | €6.0M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Diego Rodrigues SC Braga | €4.5M | €1.5M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Espen van Ee FC Arouca | €1.3M | €1.5M | +0.20 | Fair Value |
Marcos Peña FC Famalicão | €1.5M | €1.5M | +0.33 | Fair Value |
Brandon Aguilera Rio Ave FC | €1.5M | €1.5M | +0.33 | Fair Value |
Beni Vitória Guimarães SC | €2.0M | €1.5M | +0.67 | Above Market |
Taichi Fukui FC Arouca | €2.0M | €1.5M | +0.67 | Above Market |
Mathias de Amorim FC Famalicão | €4.0M | €1.5M | +2.00 | Premium |
Vasco Sousa Moreirense FC | €4.0M | €1.5M | +2.00 | Premium |