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Best U23 Young Goalkeepers in the Liga Portugal

20 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Index

Best Young Goalkeepers in the Liga Portugal (Sep 2026)

Ranked by Analytical Strength Index

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.

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Age: 18–40
€0M–€200M
Showing 20 of 20

Player Rankings

Ranked by Analytical Strength Index. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.

#1

André Gomes

FC Alverca21 years old

3.0M

42.7

#2

João Carvalho

SC Braga22 years old

1.5M

33.8

#3

Gonçalo Ribeiro

FC Porto20 years old

1.5M

33.6

#4

João Afonso

CD Santa Clara19 years old

1.5M

33.5

#5

Diego Callai

Sporting CP22 years old

1.2M

30.9

#6

Diogo Fernandes

FC Porto21 years old

800K

25.6

#7

Diogo Ferreira

SL Benfica19 years old

800K

25.3

#8

Juan Castillo

Vitória Guimarães SC23 years old

500K

19.7

#9

Neneca

CD Santa Clara23 years old

400K

16.8

#10

Martin Turk

GD Estoril Praia23 years old

300K

13.1

#11

Ivan Mandić

Casa Pia AC23 years old

300K

13.1

#12

Diogo Pinto

CF Estrela Amadora22 years old

300K

13.0

#13

Jakub Vinarčík

FC Arouca21 years old

300K

12.9

#14

Francisco Silva

Sporting CP20 years old

300K

12.7

#15

Jota

Vitória Guimarães SC23 years old

200K

7.8

#16

Diogo Dias

GD Estoril Praia23 years old

200K

7.8

#18

Antzelo Sina

Rio Ave FC22 years old

200K

7.7

#17

Rafa

Vitória Guimarães SC22 years old

200K

7.7

#19

Kevyn

CD Nacional21 years old

200K

7.6

#20

Gui

Vitória Guimarães SC20 years old

200K

7.5

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Market Intelligence

Explore Market Size by Position in Liga Portugal

Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Liga Portugal Young Goalkeepers. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 13 clubs with €13.9M combined value.

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Players Tracked

Age Distribution: Liga Portugal Young Goalkeepers

The Liga Portugal GK market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (15 players, 75% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €9.6M, averaging €640K per player.

U21 years5 players (25%)
4.3MAvg: €860K
Top player: Gonçalo Ribeiro (€1.5M)
21-23 years15 players (75%)
9.6MAvg: €640K
Top player: André Gomes (€3.0M)

Top Young Goalkeepers by Age Bracket

U21 Years (5 players)

1. Gonçalo Ribeiro(20yo)
1.5M
2. João Afonso(19yo)
1.5M
3. Diogo Ferreira(19yo)
800K
4. Francisco Silva(20yo)
300K
5. Gui(20yo)
200K

21-23 Years (15 players)

1. André Gomes(21yo)
3.0M
2. João Carvalho(22yo)
1.5M
3. Diego Callai(22yo)
1.2M
4. Diogo Fernandes(21yo)
800K
5. Juan Castillo(23yo)
500K

Market Value Distribution

Elite Tier Concentration

32%of market value

The top 2 Young Goalkeepers (10% of players) control €4.5M

1. André Gomes3.0M
2. João Carvalho1.5M

Market Tiers

Emerging (<€5M)20 players (100%)
13.9M

Market structure shows concentrated value with emerging (<€5m) tier representing 100% of the Liga Portugal GK pool.

Emerging (<€5M)

1. André Gomes
FC Alverca3.0M
2. João Carvalho
SC Braga1.5M
3. Gonçalo Ribeiro
FC Porto1.5M
4. João Afonso
CD Santa Clara1.5M
5. Diego Callai
Sporting CP1.2M

Club Distribution: Liga Portugal Young Goalkeepers

Among 13 Liga Portugal clubs, FC Alverca leads with 1 Young Goalkeepers worth €3.0M (averaging €3.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 85% of tracked Young Goalkeepers.

#1
FC Alverca
1 players • €3.0M
#2
FC Porto
2 players • €2.3M
#3
CD Santa Clara
2 players • €1.9M
#4
SC Braga
1 players • €1.5M
#5
Sporting CP
2 players • €1.5M
#6
Vitória Guimarães SC
4 players • €1.1M
#7
SL Benfica
1 players • €800K
#8
GD Estoril Praia
2 players • €500K
#9
Casa Pia AC
1 players • €300K
#10
CF Estrela Amadora
1 players • €300K

FC Alverca (1 Young Goalkeepers)

André Gomes(21yo)
3.0M

FC Porto (2 Young Goalkeepers)

Gonçalo Ribeiro(20yo)
1.5M
Diogo Fernandes(21yo)
800K

CD Santa Clara (2 Young Goalkeepers)

João Afonso(19yo)
1.5M
Neneca(23yo)
400K

SC Braga (1 Young Goalkeepers)

João Carvalho(22yo)
1.5M

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 Alverca's André Gomes at 21 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 10.00×. That means André Gomes is valued 10.00× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.

In second is SC Braga's João Carvalho, who is 22 years old, with a 5.00× PPVE. Third is Diego Callai of Sporting CP, who is 22 years old with a 4.00× 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 10.00× means the player is worth 900% more than typical players their age-making them high-value targets before they reach peak value.

PPVE by Age Bracket

André GomesFC Alverca
21-23 • 21yo10.00×
€3.0M • 900% above median
João CarvalhoSC Braga
21-23 • 22yo5.00×
€1.5M • 400% above median
Diego CallaiSporting CP
21-23 • 22yo4.00×
€1.2M • 300% above median
Diogo FernandesFC Porto
21-23 • 21yo2.67×
€800K • 167% above median
João AfonsoCD Santa Clara
U21 • 19yo1.88×
€1.5M • 88% above median
Gonçalo RibeiroFC Porto
U21 • 20yo1.88×
€1.5M • 88% above median
Juan CastilloVitória Guimarães SC
21-23 • 23yo1.67×
€500K • 67% above median
NenecaCD Santa Clara
21-23 • 23yo1.33×
€400K • 33% above median
Diogo PintoCF Estrela Amadora
21-23 • 22yo1.00×
€300K • 0% above median
Martin TurkGD Estoril Praia
21-23 • 23yo1.00×
€300K • 0% above median
Diogo FerreiraSL Benfica
U21 • 19yo1.00×
€800K • 0% above median
Ivan MandićCasa Pia AC
21-23 • 23yo1.00×
€300K • 0% above median
Jakub VinarčíkFC Arouca
21-23 • 21yo1.00×
€300K • 0% above median
KevynCD Nacional
21-23 • 21yo0.67×
€200K • -33% above median
JotaVitória Guimarães SC
21-23 • 23yo0.67×
€200K • -33% above median
RankPlayerAgeBracketCurrent ValueBracket MedianPPVE
#1
André Gomes
FC Alverca
2121-233.0M300K10.00×
#2
João Carvalho
SC Braga
2221-231.5M300K5.00×
#3
Diego Callai
Sporting CP
2221-231.2M300K4.00×
#4
Diogo Fernandes
FC Porto
2121-23800K300K2.67×
#5
João Afonso
CD Santa Clara
19U211.5M800K1.88×
#6
Gonçalo Ribeiro
FC Porto
20U211.5M800K1.88×
#7
Juan Castillo
Vitória Guimarães SC
2321-23500K300K1.67×
#8
Neneca
CD Santa Clara
2321-23400K300K1.33×
#9
Diogo Pinto
CF Estrela Amadora
2221-23300K300K1.00×
#10
Martin Turk
GD Estoril Praia
2321-23300K300K1.00×
#11
Diogo Ferreira
SL Benfica
19U21800K800K1.00×
#12
Ivan Mandić
Casa Pia AC
2321-23300K300K1.00×
#13
Jakub Vinarčík
FC Arouca
2121-23300K300K1.00×
#14
Kevyn
CD Nacional
2121-23200K300K0.67×
#15
Jota
Vitória Guimarães SC
2321-23200K300K0.67×
#16
Rafa
Vitória Guimarães SC
2221-23200K300K0.67×
#17
Diogo Dias
GD Estoril Praia
2321-23200K300K0.67×
#18
Antzelo Sina
Rio Ave FC
2221-23200K300K0.67×
#19
Francisco Silva
Sporting CP
20U21300K800K0.37×
#20
Gui
Vitória Guimarães SC
20U21200K800K0.25×

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)

CD Santa Clara's João Afonso at 19 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +55%. That means João Afonso is projected to appreciate 55% as they reach their peak age in 7 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.

In second is SL Benfica's Diogo Ferreira, who is 19 years old, with a +55% RPP (7 years to peak). Third is Gui of Vitória Guimarães SC, who is 20 years old with a +52% 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 55% RPP means the player is expected to gain 55% value as they enter their prime-making them excellent growth investments.

Recovery Potential by Player

João AfonsoCD Santa Clara
7yr to peak+55%
1.5M3.3M
Diogo FerreiraSL Benfica
7yr to peak+55%
800K1.8M
GuiVitória Guimarães SC
6yr to peak+52%
200K413K
Francisco SilvaSporting CP
6yr to peak+52%
300K620K
Gonçalo RibeiroFC Porto
6yr to peak+52%
1.5M3.1M
KevynCD Nacional
5yr to peak+48%
200K384K
André GomesFC Alverca
5yr to peak+48%
3.0M5.8M
Diogo FernandesFC Porto
5yr to peak+48%
800K1.5M
Jakub VinarčíkFC Arouca
5yr to peak+48%
300K576K
RafaVitória Guimarães SC
4yr to peak+44%
200K357K
Antzelo SinaRio Ave FC
4yr to peak+44%
200K357K
João CarvalhoSC Braga
4yr to peak+44%
1.5M2.7M
Diogo PintoCF Estrela Amadora
4yr to peak+44%
300K536K
Diego CallaiSporting CP
4yr to peak+44%
1.2M2.1M
Juan CastilloVitória Guimarães SC
3yr to peak+40%
500K831K
RankPlayerAgeYears to PeakCurrentPeak ForecastRPP %
#1
João Afonso
CD Santa Clara
1971.5M3.3M+55%
#2
Diogo Ferreira
SL Benfica
197800K1.8M+55%
#3
Gui
Vitória Guimarães SC
206200K413K+52%
#4
Francisco Silva
Sporting CP
206300K620K+52%
#5
Gonçalo Ribeiro
FC Porto
2061.5M3.1M+52%
#6
Kevyn
CD Nacional
215200K384K+48%
#7
André Gomes
FC Alverca
2153.0M5.8M+48%
#8
Diogo Fernandes
FC Porto
215800K1.5M+48%
#9
Jakub Vinarčík
FC Arouca
215300K576K+48%
#10
Rafa
Vitória Guimarães SC
224200K357K+44%
#11
Antzelo Sina
Rio Ave FC
224200K357K+44%
#12
João Carvalho
SC Braga
2241.5M2.7M+44%
#13
Diogo Pinto
CF Estrela Amadora
224300K536K+44%
#14
Diego Callai
Sporting CP
2241.2M2.1M+44%
#15
Juan Castillo
Vitória Guimarães SC
233500K831K+40%
#16
Martin Turk
GD Estoril Praia
233300K499K+40%
#17
Jota
Vitória Guimarães SC
233200K332K+40%
#18
Ivan Mandić
Casa Pia AC
233300K499K+40%
#19
Diogo Dias
GD Estoril Praia
233200K332K+40%
#20
Neneca
CD Santa Clara
233400K665K+40%

Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)

Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.

Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)

Sporting CP's Francisco Silva has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 76.5. That means Francisco Silva has 16% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.

In second is CD Santa Clara's João Afonso with a 76.5 RAU (16% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Gonçalo Ribeiro of FC Porto with a 76.5 RAU (16% upside, 0% uncertainty).

How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 76.5 means the upside is 76.5× greater than the uncertainty-making it a high-confidence growth opportunity. Target RAU ≥2.0 for balanced risk-reward.

Risk-Adjusted Upside by Player

Francisco SilvaSporting CP
16% / ±0%76.5
Range: €317K - €381K
João AfonsoCD Santa Clara
16% / ±0%76.5
Range: €1.6M - €1.9M
Gonçalo RibeiroFC Porto
16% / ±0%76.5
Range: €1.6M - €1.9M
GuiVitória Guimarães SC
16% / ±0%76.5
Range: €211K - €254K
Diogo FerreiraSL Benfica
16% / ±0%76.5
Range: €845K - €1.0M
Diogo PintoCF Estrela Amadora
1% / ±0%8.8
Range: €280K - €329K
Diego CallaiSporting CP
1% / ±0%8.8
Range: €1.1M - €1.3M
RafaVitória Guimarães SC
1% / ±0%8.8
Range: €187K - €219K
Antzelo SinaRio Ave FC
1% / ±0%8.8
Range: €187K - €219K
João CarvalhoSC Braga
1% / ±0%8.8
Range: €1.4M - €1.6M
Jakub VinarčíkFC Arouca
1% / ±0%7.7
Range: €276K - €332K
KevynCD Nacional
1% / ±0%7.7
Range: €184K - €222K
Diogo FernandesFC Porto
1% / ±0%7.7
Range: €737K - €886K
André GomesFC Alverca
1% / ±0%7.7
Range: €2.8M - €3.3M
RankPlayerExpectedRangeUpside %RAU
#1
Francisco Silva
Sporting CP
349K317K-381K+16%76.5
#2
João Afonso
CD Santa Clara
1.7M1.6M-1.9M+16%76.5
#3
Gonçalo Ribeiro
FC Porto
1.7M1.6M-1.9M+16%76.5
#4
Gui
Vitória Guimarães SC
233K211K-254K+16%76.5
#5
Diogo Ferreira
SL Benfica
931K845K-1.0M+16%76.5
#6
Diogo Pinto
CF Estrela Amadora
304K280K-329K+1%8.8
#7
Diego Callai
Sporting CP
1.2M1.1M-1.3M+1%8.8
#8
Rafa
Vitória Guimarães SC
203K187K-219K+1%8.8
#9
Antzelo Sina
Rio Ave FC
203K187K-219K+1%8.8
#10
João Carvalho
SC Braga
1.5M1.4M-1.6M+1%8.8
#11
Jakub Vinarčík
FC Arouca
304K276K-332K+1%7.7
#12
Kevyn
CD Nacional
203K184K-222K+1%7.7
#13
Diogo Fernandes
FC Porto
811K737K-886K+1%7.7
#14
André Gomes
FC Alverca
3.0M2.8M-3.3M+1%7.7

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 goalkeeper position shows weak depth (avg Z-score: -0.00). RPI: -0.00.

Position Depth Analysis

20
Total Players
-0.00
Avg Z-Score
-0.00
RPI Score
Weak DepthStrong Depth
-3.00+3.0

Highest Z-Scores

André Gomes+3.27
João Carvalho+1.14
Gonçalo Ribeiro+1.14
João Afonso+1.14
Diego Callai+0.72

Lowest Z-Scores

Gui-0.70
Kevyn-0.70
Rafa-0.70
Antzelo Sina-0.70
Diogo Dias-0.70

Age-Share Concentration (ASC)

Identifies players capturing disproportionate value relative to age group representation. Positive ASC = value concentration.

Understanding Age-Share Concentration (ASC)

CD Nacional's Kevyn in the 21-23 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-5.9%. That means André Gomes captures 69.1% of total market value while representing only 75.0% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.

In second is Vitória Guimarães SC's Juan Castillo with a +-5.9% ASC (69.1% value share vs 75.0% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is André Gomes of FC Alverca with a +-5.9% ASC (69.1% value vs 75.0% players in 21-23 bracket).

How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-5.9% ASC means the player captures -5.9% more market value than their numerical representation-indicating marquee status. ASC > +15% = elite dominance, ASC < -15% = potential value targets.

Value Concentration by Player

KevynCD Nacional
21-23-5.9%
69.1% value share / 75.0% player share
Juan CastilloVitória Guimarães SC
21-23-5.9%
69.1% value share / 75.0% player share
André GomesFC Alverca
21-23-5.9%
69.1% value share / 75.0% player share
Diogo PintoCF Estrela Amadora
21-23-5.9%
69.1% value share / 75.0% player share
Martin TurkGD Estoril Praia
21-23-5.9%
69.1% value share / 75.0% player share
JotaVitória Guimarães SC
21-23-5.9%
69.1% value share / 75.0% player share
Ivan MandićCasa Pia AC
21-23-5.9%
69.1% value share / 75.0% player share
Diego CallaiSporting CP
21-23-5.9%
69.1% value share / 75.0% player share
RafaVitória Guimarães SC
21-23-5.9%
69.1% value share / 75.0% player share
Diogo FernandesFC Porto
21-23-5.9%
69.1% value share / 75.0% player share
Diogo DiasGD Estoril Praia
21-23-5.9%
69.1% value share / 75.0% player share
Jakub VinarčíkFC Arouca
21-23-5.9%
69.1% value share / 75.0% player share
Antzelo SinaRio Ave FC
21-23-5.9%
69.1% value share / 75.0% player share
João CarvalhoSC Braga
21-23-5.9%
69.1% value share / 75.0% player share
NenecaCD Santa Clara
21-23-5.9%
69.1% value share / 75.0% player share
RankPlayerAge BracketValue SharePlayer ShareASC
#1
Kevyn
CD Nacional
21-2369.1%75.0%-5.9%
#2
Juan Castillo
Vitória Guimarães SC
21-2369.1%75.0%-5.9%
#3
André Gomes
FC Alverca
21-2369.1%75.0%-5.9%
#4
Diogo Pinto
CF Estrela Amadora
21-2369.1%75.0%-5.9%
#5
Martin Turk
GD Estoril Praia
21-2369.1%75.0%-5.9%
#6
Jota
Vitória Guimarães SC
21-2369.1%75.0%-5.9%
#7
Ivan Mandić
Casa Pia AC
21-2369.1%75.0%-5.9%
#8
Diego Callai
Sporting CP
21-2369.1%75.0%-5.9%
#9
Rafa
Vitória Guimarães SC
21-2369.1%75.0%-5.9%
#10
Diogo Fernandes
FC Porto
21-2369.1%75.0%-5.9%
#11
Diogo Dias
GD Estoril Praia
21-2369.1%75.0%-5.9%
#12
Jakub Vinarčík
FC Arouca
21-2369.1%75.0%-5.9%
#13
Antzelo Sina
Rio Ave FC
21-2369.1%75.0%-5.9%
#14
João Carvalho
SC Braga
21-2369.1%75.0%-5.9%
#15
Neneca
CD Santa Clara
21-2369.1%75.0%-5.9%
#16
João Afonso
CD Santa Clara
U2130.9%25.0%+5.9%
#17
Gui
Vitória Guimarães SC
U2130.9%25.0%+5.9%
#18
Francisco Silva
Sporting CP
U2130.9%25.0%+5.9%
#19
Diogo Ferreira
SL Benfica
U2130.9%25.0%+5.9%
#20
Gonçalo Ribeiro
FC Porto
U2130.9%25.0%+5.9%

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: 5 immediate targets, 0 standard acquisitions, 15 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.

BUY NOW - High Upside

Gonçalo Ribeiro
20yo • FC Porto
1.5M
João Afonso
19yo • CD Santa Clara
1.5M
Diogo Ferreira
19yo • SL Benfica
800K
Francisco Silva
20yo • Sporting CP
300K
Gui
20yo • Vitória Guimarães SC
200K

WATCH LIST - High Upside

André Gomes
21yo • FC Alverca
3.0M
João Carvalho
22yo • SC Braga
1.5M
Diego Callai
22yo • Sporting CP
1.2M
Diogo Fernandes
21yo • FC Porto
800K
Juan Castillo
23yo • Vitória Guimarães SC
500K
Neneca
23yo • CD Santa Clara
400K
Martin Turk
23yo • GD Estoril Praia
300K
Ivan Mandić
23yo • Casa Pia AC
300K
Diogo Pinto
22yo • CF Estrela Amadora
300K
Jakub Vinarčík
21yo • FC Arouca
300K
Jota
23yo • Vitória Guimarães SC
200K
Diogo Dias
23yo • GD Estoril Praia
200K
Antzelo Sina
22yo • Rio Ave FC
200K
Rafa
22yo • Vitória Guimarães SC
200K
Kevyn
21yo • CD Nacional
200K

BUY NOW - Medium Upside

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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 €800K. 0 undervalued, 2 premium.

Value Positioning vs Peers

GuiVitória Guimarães SC
200K-0.50
Fair value
Francisco SilvaSporting CP
300K-0.42
Fair value
KevynCD Nacional
200K-0.17
Fair value
JotaVitória Guimarães SC
200K-0.17
Fair value
RafaVitória Guimarães SC
200K-0.17
Fair value
Diogo DiasGD Estoril Praia
200K-0.17
Fair value
Antzelo SinaRio Ave FC
200K-0.17
Fair value
Diogo PintoCF Estrela Amadora
300K0.00
Fair value
Martin TurkGD Estoril Praia
300K0.00
Fair value
Diogo FerreiraSL Benfica
800K0.00
Fair value
Ivan MandićCasa Pia AC
300K0.00
Fair value
Jakub VinarčíkFC Arouca
300K0.00
Fair value
NenecaCD Santa Clara
400K+0.17
Fair value
Juan CastilloVitória Guimarães SC
500K+0.33
Fair value
João AfonsoCD Santa Clara
1.5M+0.58
Fair value
PlayerMarket ValuePosition MedianZ-ScoreAssessment
Gui
Vitória Guimarães SC
200K300K-0.50Good Value
Francisco Silva
Sporting CP
300K300K-0.42Fair Value
Kevyn
CD Nacional
200K300K-0.17Fair Value
Jota
Vitória Guimarães SC
200K300K-0.17Fair Value
Rafa
Vitória Guimarães SC
200K300K-0.17Fair Value
Diogo Dias
GD Estoril Praia
200K300K-0.17Fair Value
Antzelo Sina
Rio Ave FC
200K300K-0.17Fair Value
Diogo Pinto
CF Estrela Amadora
300K300K0.00Fair Value
Martin Turk
GD Estoril Praia
300K300K0.00Fair Value
Diogo Ferreira
SL Benfica
800K300K0.00Fair Value
Ivan Mandić
Casa Pia AC
300K300K0.00Fair Value
Jakub Vinarčík
FC Arouca
300K300K0.00Fair Value
Neneca
CD Santa Clara
400K300K+0.17Fair Value
Juan Castillo
Vitória Guimarães SC
500K300K+0.33Fair Value
João Afonso
CD Santa Clara
1.5M300K+0.58Above Market
Gonçalo Ribeiro
FC Porto
1.5M300K+0.58Above Market
Diogo Fernandes
FC Porto
800K300K+0.83Above Market
Diego Callai
Sporting CP
1.2M300K+1.50Above Market
João Carvalho
SC Braga
1.5M300K+2.00Premium
André Gomes
FC Alverca
3.0M300K+4.50Premium

Market Overview: Liga Portugal Young Goalkeepers 2023-24

Our database tracked 20 Liga Portugal Young Goalkeepers in the 2023-24 season, representing 13 clubs with a combined market value of €13.9M. The average market value for Liga Portugal Young Goalkeepers was €695K, with the average age at 22 years old.

The most valuable young goalkeeper in the Liga Portugal was André Gomes, worth €3.0M and played for FC Alverca at 21 years old. The top 5 Young Goalkeepers averaged €1.7M in market value, including João Carvalho and Gonçalo Ribeiro.

Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young goalkeeper was João Afonso (19 years, CD Santa Clara, €1.5M), while the oldest was Juan Castillo (23 years, Vitória Guimarães SC, €500K). Research shows Young Goalkeepers typically peak at age 30.

Historical analysis showed 14 Young Goalkeepers (70%) 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 Goalkeepers remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2023-24 season.

How We Rank Liga Portugal Young Goalkeepers

Our Analytical Strength Index is calibrated specifically for young goalkeepers, using position-specific age curves and playing time benchmarks. The model draws from academic research on player valuation (Franck & Nüesch, 2012) and age-performance curves (Dendir, 2016).

Scoring Components for GK

Historical Achievement Index (35%)

Peak career market value for Liga Portugal young goalkeepers, reflecting proven track record and reputation. Uses log-scale to account for exponential value distribution at elite level.

Current Performance Proxy (30%)

Present market value for Liga Portugal young goalkeepers, capturing recent form, injuries, and current performance level. Weighted to reflect age-related depreciation patterns.

Playing Time Utilization (18%)

Goalkeepers with 2,700+ minutes score highest, indicating regular starting role and sustained performance.

Age-Adjusted Performance Curve (12%)

Goalkeepers peak at 30 with gradual 3.5%/year decline. Pre-peak players score higher on development trajectory.

Competition Level Adjustment (3%)

Liga Portugal competition level factored into comparative strength assessment.

Performance Expectations Multiplier (2%)

Players at clubs with Champions League pedigree face higher performance standards and tactical complexity, contributing to development and market validation.

GK Performance Benchmarks

Peak Age: 30 years (latest of all positions due to experience premium)

Decline Rate: Widening steps, not a flat rate: about -5% at 31, -10% at 32, steeper from 33 (latest onset of any position)

Optimal Minutes: 2,700 per season (near-complete games for #1 goalkeeper)

1-Year Market Value Forecast

Probabilistic model combining age-curve depreciation, value momentum, and playing time factors:

Age Factor: Compounding and banded around a peak of 30: +25%/year through age 21, +15% at 22-23, +10% up to the year before peak, then -5%, -10% and steeper with each later band. Growth is damped above €30M.

Value Trajectory: Near career peak (>95% of peak value): +3% momentum | Moderate decline: -5%

Playing Time Factor: Regular starters (+2%), Squad rotation (-2%)

Forecast Range: ±8% confidence interval (most stable)

Research Foundation

Dendir (2016): Age-performance curves for young goalkeepers

Carmichael et al. (2011): Player depreciation in top leagues

Franck & Nüesch (2012): Hedonic pricing models for talent valuation

Szymanski, S. (2015). Money and Soccer: A Soccernomics Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liga Portugal Young Goalkeepers in the 2023-24 season

Who are the most valuable Young Goalkeepers in the Liga Portugal in 2023-24?

The most valuable young goalkeeper in the Liga Portugal in 2023-24 is André Gomes, who is worth €3.0M and plays for FC Alverca. The second most valuable is João Carvalho (€1.5M, SC Braga), followed by Gonçalo Ribeiro (€1.5M, FC Porto). Our database tracks 20 Liga Portugal Young Goalkeepers with comprehensive market valuations updated for the 2023-24 season.

How are Liga Portugal Young Goalkeepers ranked?

Liga Portugal Young Goalkeepers are ranked by our proprietary Analytical Strength Index, which is specifically calibrated for Young Goalkeepers. The score combines six factors: Historical Achievement Index (35%) measuring peak career value, Current Performance Proxy (30%) reflecting recent market signals, Playing Time Utilization (18%) tracking minutes played, Age-Adjusted Performance Curve (12%) using position-specific peak ages, League Quality Coefficient (3%) for Liga Portugal competition level, and Club Tier Multiplier (2%) accounting for club prestige. This methodology is grounded in academic research including work by Dendir (2016) on age-performance curves and Franck & Nüesch (2012) on hedonic pricing models.

What age do Young Goalkeepers peak?

Goalkeepers typically peak at age 30, later than outfield players. In our valuation model, value then falls in widening steps rather than at a flat annual rate: around -5% in the first year after peak, -10% in the second, and steeper again from 33. This is supported by research from Dendir (2016) showing that goalkeepers maintain elite performance longer due to the position's reliance on positioning, decision-making, and experience rather than pure athleticism. The optimal playing time for peak performance is around 2,700 minutes per season.

How much does it cost to sign a top young goalkeeper from the Liga Portugal?

Transfer fees for Liga Portugal Young Goalkeepers vary significantly based on market value, contract length, and club bargaining position. For the top-ranked young goalkeeper André Gomes (market value: €3.0M), estimated transfer fees would range from €2.4M to €4.2M depending on contract situation. Players with longer contracts (3+ years) command premium fees (1.2-1.4× market value), while those in the final year may be available for 0.8-1.1× market value. Our fee estimates are derived from historical transfer patterns and contract-clock modifiers validated against actual Liga Portugal transactions.

What is the value forecast for Liga Portugal Young Goalkeepers?

Our 1-year forecast model projects market value changes for Liga Portugal Young Goalkeepers based on age-curve depreciation, historical trajectory, and playing time adjustments. The forecast combines three factors: age-based appreciation/depreciation (pre-peak players compound gains toward their position's peak age, up to +25% a year through age 21 and easing as they approach it, while post-peak players fall in widening steps), market trajectory momentum (comparing current to peak value), and playing time confidence (regular starters receive +2% boost). Forecast confidence intervals account for position-specific volatility-goalkeepers have ±8% volatility (most stable). Young players (under 22) and older players (over 32) receive 1.15× uncertainty multipliers due to unpredictable development or decline patterns.

Where does the Liga Portugal young goalkeeper data come from?

Our Liga Portugal young goalkeeper data is sourced from Football Analytics AI's proprietary Transfer Intelligence Database, which aggregates market valuations, player statistics, contract information, and transfer histories from multiple industry sources. Market values are updated regularly based on player performance, injuries, contract negotiations, and transfer market activity. We enhance this data with our proprietary analytics including position-specific scoring algorithms, age-performance curves calibrated to academic research, and statistical forecast models. All data is validated against official Liga Portugal sources and updated monthly for the 2023-24 season to ensure accuracy for recruitment and investment decisions.