Best U23 Young Left-Backs in the Liga Portugal
7 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Best Young Left-Backs in the Liga Portugal (Apr 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Liga Portugal Young Left-Backs 2024-25
Our database tracked 7 Liga Portugal Young Left-Backs in the 2024-25 season, representing 5 clubs with a combined market value of €18.5M. The average market value for Liga Portugal Young Left-Backs was €2.6M, with the average age at 22.0 years old.
The most valuable young left-back in the Liga Portugal was Samuel Dahl, worth €9.0M and played for SL Benfica at 23 years old. The top 5 Young Left-Backs averaged €3.5M in market value, including Chissumba and Rafa Obrador.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young left-back was Chissumba (20 years, FC Alverca, €5.0M), while the oldest was Samuel Dahl (23 years, SL Benfica, €9.0M). Research shows Young Left-Backs typically peak at age 27.
Historical analysis showed 7 Young Left-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 Portugal market for Young Left-Backs remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2024-25 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 Left-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 5 clubs with €18.5M combined value.
Age Distribution: Liga Portugal Young Left-Backs
The Liga Portugal LB market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (6 players, 86% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €13.5M, averaging €2.3M per player.
Top Young Left-Backs by Age Bracket
U21 Years (1 players)
21-23 Years (6 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 1 Young Left-Backs (14% of players) control €9.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with mid (€5-15m) tier representing 29% of the Liga Portugal LB pool.
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Liga Portugal Young Left-Backs
Among 5 Liga Portugal clubs, SL Benfica leads with 2 Young Left-Backs worth €11.0M (averaging €5.5M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 100% of tracked Young Left-Backs.
SL Benfica (2 Young Left-Backs)
FC Alverca (1 Young Left-Backs)
FC Famalicão (1 Young Left-Backs)
CF Estrela Amadora (2 Young Left-Backs)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Samuel Dahl
SL Benfica • 23 years old
€7.8M
€9.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €9.6M
60.2
Chissumba
FC Alverca • 20 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.7M
51.0
Rafa Obrador
SL Benfica • 22 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.1M
37.3
Pedro Bondo
FC Famalicão • 21 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
28.0
Fahem Benaïssa
Casa Pia AC • 23 years old
€605K
€700K
+15.6%
Expected: €749K
24.8
Ryan
CF Estrela Amadora • 23 years old
€346K
€400K
+15.6%
Expected: €428K
17.8
Guilherme Montóia
CF Estrela Amadora • 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)
SL Benfica's Samuel Dahl at 23 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 9.00×. That means Samuel Dahl is valued 9.00× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is SL Benfica's Rafa Obrador, who is 22 years old, with a 2.00× PPVE. Third is Pedro Bondo of FC Famalicão, who is 21 years old with a 1.00× 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 9.00× means the player is worth 800% 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 | Samuel Dahl SL Benfica | 23 | 21-23 | €9.0M | €1.0M | 9.00× |
| #2 | Rafa Obrador SL Benfica | 22 | 21-23 | €2.0M | €1.0M | 2.00× |
| #3 | Pedro Bondo FC Famalicão | 21 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €1.0M | 1.00× |
| #4 | Chissumba FC Alverca | 20 | U21 | €5.0M | €5.0M | 1.00× |
| #5 | Fahem Benaïssa Casa Pia AC | 23 | 21-23 | €700K | €1.0M | 0.70× |
| #6 | Ryan CF Estrela Amadora | 23 | 21-23 | €400K | €1.0M | 0.40× |
| #7 | Guilherme Montóia CF Estrela Amadora | 22 | 21-23 | €400K | €1.0M | 0.40× |
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 Alverca's Chissumba at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +35%. That means Chissumba is projected to appreciate 35% as they reach their peak age in 6 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is FC Famalicão's Pedro Bondo, who is 21 years old, with a +30% RPP (5 years to peak). Third is Rafa Obrador of SL Benfica, who is 22 years old with a +25% RPP (4 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 35% RPP means the player is expected to gain 35% 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 | Chissumba FC Alverca | 20 | 6 | €5.0M | €7.7M | +35% |
| #2 | Pedro Bondo FC Famalicão | 21 | 5 | €1.0M | €1.4M | +30% |
| #3 | Rafa Obrador SL Benfica | 22 | 4 | €2.0M | €2.7M | +25% |
| #4 | Guilherme Montóia CF Estrela Amadora | 22 | 4 | €400K | €535K | +25% |
| #5 | Fahem Benaïssa Casa Pia AC | 23 | 3 | €700K | €870K | +20% |
| #6 | Samuel Dahl SL Benfica | 23 | 3 | €9.0M | €11.2M | +20% |
| #7 | Ryan CF Estrela Amadora | 23 | 3 | €400K | €497K | +20% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
FC Alverca's Chissumba has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 46.3. That means Chissumba has 15% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is FC Famalicão's Pedro Bondo with a 33.7 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Samuel Dahl of SL Benfica 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 46.3 means the upside is 46.3× 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 | Chissumba FC Alverca | €5.7M | €4.9M-6.5M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #2 | Pedro Bondo FC Famalicão | €1.1M | €950K-1.3M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #3 | Samuel Dahl SL Benfica | €9.6M | €8.5M-10.8M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #4 | Fahem Benaïssa Casa Pia AC | €749K | €660K-839K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #5 | Ryan CF Estrela Amadora | €428K | €377K-480K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #6 | Rafa Obrador SL Benfica | €2.1M | €1.9M-2.4M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #7 | Guilherme Montóia CF Estrela Amadora | €423K | €373K-474K | +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 left-back 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 Alverca's Chissumba in the U21 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +12.7%. That means Chissumba captures 27.0% of total market value while representing only 14.3% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is CF Estrela Amadora's Ryan with a +-12.7% ASC (73.0% value share vs 85.7% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Guilherme Montóia of CF Estrela Amadora with a +-12.7% ASC (73.0% value vs 85.7% players in 21-23 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +12.7% ASC means the player captures 12.7% 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 | Chissumba FC Alverca | U21 | 27.0% | 14.3% | +12.7% |
| #2 | Ryan CF Estrela Amadora | 21-23 | 73.0% | 85.7% | -12.7% |
| #3 | Guilherme Montóia CF Estrela Amadora | 21-23 | 73.0% | 85.7% | -12.7% |
| #4 | Samuel Dahl SL Benfica | 21-23 | 73.0% | 85.7% | -12.7% |
| #5 | Rafa Obrador SL Benfica | 21-23 | 73.0% | 85.7% | -12.7% |
| #6 | Fahem Benaïssa Casa Pia AC | 21-23 | 73.0% | 85.7% | -12.7% |
| #7 | Pedro Bondo FC Famalicão | 21-23 | 73.0% | 85.7% | -12.7% |
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: 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 €9.0M. 0 undervalued, 1 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ryan CF Estrela Amadora | €400K | €1.0M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Guilherme Montóia CF Estrela Amadora | €400K | €1.0M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Samuel Dahl SL Benfica | €9.0M | €1.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Fahem Benaïssa Casa Pia AC | €700K | €1.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Chissumba FC Alverca | €5.0M | €1.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Pedro Bondo FC Famalicão | €1.0M | €1.0M | +0.50 | Above Market |
Rafa Obrador SL Benfica | €2.0M | €1.0M | +2.17 | Premium |