Best U23 Young Strikers in the Liga Portugal
12 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Best Young Strikers in the Liga Portugal (Apr 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Liga Portugal Young Strikers 2024-25
Our database tracked 12 Liga Portugal Young Strikers in the 2024-25 season, representing 9 clubs with a combined market value of €83.0M. The average market value for Liga Portugal Young Strikers was €6.9M, with the average age at 21.3 years old.
The most valuable young striker in the Liga Portugal was Samu Aghehowa, worth €50.0M and played for FC Porto at 21 years old. The top 5 Young Strikers averaged €15.6M in market value, including Franjo Ivanović and Deniz Gül.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young striker was Karem Zoabi (19 years, Rio Ave FC, €900K), while the oldest was Carlos Eduardo (23 years, Gil Vicente FC, €700K). Research shows Young Strikers typically peak at age 26.
Historical analysis showed 12 Young Strikers (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 Strikers 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 Strikers. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 9 clubs with €83.0M combined value.
Age Distribution: Liga Portugal Young Strikers
The Liga Portugal ST market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (9 players, 75% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €79.3M, averaging €8.8M per player.
Top Young Strikers by Age Bracket
U21 Years (3 players)
21-23 Years (9 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 2 Young Strikers (17% of players) control €70.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with elite (€50m+) tier representing 8% of the Liga Portugal ST pool.
Elite (€50M+)
High (€15-30M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Liga Portugal Young Strikers
Among 9 Liga Portugal clubs, FC Porto leads with 2 Young Strikers worth €54.0M (averaging €27.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 100% of tracked Young Strikers.
FC Porto (2 Young Strikers)
SL Benfica (1 Young Strikers)
Gil Vicente FC (3 Young Strikers)
Sporting CP (1 Young Strikers)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Samu Aghehowa
FC Porto • 21 years old
€43.2M
€50.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €57.4M
87.5
Franjo Ivanović
SL Benfica • 22 years old
€17.3M
€20.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €21.2M
73.1
Deniz Gül
FC Porto • 21 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.4M
48.9
Rodrigo Ribeiro
Sporting CP • 20 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.9M
38.8
Pablo
Gil Vicente FC • 22 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.6M
33.7
Gustavo Varela
Gil Vicente FC • 21 years old
€1.0M
€1.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.3M
30.3
Marko Milovanović
FC Alverca • 22 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
28.6
Karem Zoabi
Rio Ave FC • 19 years old
€778K
€900K
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
25.5
Carlos Eduardo
Gil Vicente FC • 23 years old
€605K
€700K
+15.6%
Expected: €749K
24.8
Yan Maranhão
Moreirense FC • 23 years old
€519K
€600K
+15.6%
Expected: €642K
22.9
Alan Godoy
CF Estrela Amadora • 22 years old
€259K
€300K
+15.6%
Expected: €318K
13.6
Yefrei Rodríguez
CD Tondela • 20 years old
€259K
€300K
+15.6%
Expected: €344K
12.4
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's Samu Aghehowa at 21 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 41.67×. That means Samu Aghehowa is valued 41.67× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is SL Benfica's Franjo Ivanović, who is 22 years old, with a 16.67× PPVE. Third is Deniz Gül of FC Porto, who is 21 years old with a 3.33× 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 41.67× means the player is worth 4067% 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 | Samu Aghehowa FC Porto | 21 | 21-23 | €50.0M | €1.2M | 41.67× |
| #2 | Franjo Ivanović SL Benfica | 22 | 21-23 | €20.0M | €1.2M | 16.67× |
| #3 | Deniz Gül FC Porto | 21 | 21-23 | €4.0M | €1.2M | 3.33× |
| #4 | Rodrigo Ribeiro Sporting CP | 20 | U21 | €2.5M | €900K | 2.78× |
| #5 | Pablo Gil Vicente FC | 22 | 21-23 | €1.5M | €1.2M | 1.25× |
| #6 | Gustavo Varela Gil Vicente FC | 21 | 21-23 | €1.2M | €1.2M | 1.00× |
| #7 | Karem Zoabi Rio Ave FC | 19 | U21 | €900K | €900K | 1.00× |
| #8 | Marko Milovanović FC Alverca | 22 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €1.2M | 0.83× |
| #9 | Carlos Eduardo Gil Vicente FC | 23 | 21-23 | €700K | €1.2M | 0.58× |
| #10 | Yan Maranhão Moreirense FC | 23 | 21-23 | €600K | €1.2M | 0.50× |
| #11 | Yefrei Rodríguez CD Tondela | 20 | U21 | €300K | €900K | 0.33× |
| #12 | Alan Godoy CF Estrela Amadora | 22 | 21-23 | €300K | €1.2M | 0.25× |
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)
Rio Ave FC's Karem Zoabi at 19 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +40%. That means Karem Zoabi is projected to appreciate 40% as they reach their peak age in 7 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Sporting CP's Rodrigo Ribeiro, who is 20 years old, with a +35% RPP (6 years to peak). Third is Yefrei Rodríguez of CD Tondela, 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 | Karem Zoabi Rio Ave FC | 19 | 7 | €900K | €1.5M | +40% |
| #2 | Rodrigo Ribeiro Sporting CP | 20 | 6 | €2.5M | €3.9M | +35% |
| #3 | Yefrei Rodríguez CD Tondela | 20 | 6 | €300K | €464K | +35% |
| #4 | Deniz Gül FC Porto | 21 | 5 | €4.0M | €5.7M | +30% |
| #5 | Gustavo Varela Gil Vicente FC | 21 | 5 | €1.2M | €1.7M | +30% |
| #6 | Samu Aghehowa FC Porto | 21 | 5 | €50.0M | €71.9M | +30% |
| #7 | Franjo Ivanović SL Benfica | 22 | 4 | €20.0M | €26.7M | +25% |
| #8 | Alan Godoy CF Estrela Amadora | 22 | 4 | €300K | €401K | +25% |
| #9 | Marko Milovanović FC Alverca | 22 | 4 | €1.0M | €1.3M | +25% |
| #10 | Pablo Gil Vicente FC | 22 | 4 | €1.5M | €2.0M | +25% |
| #11 | Carlos Eduardo Gil Vicente FC | 23 | 3 | €700K | €870K | +20% |
| #12 | Yan Maranhão Moreirense FC | 23 | 3 | €600K | €746K | +20% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Rio Ave FC's Karem Zoabi has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 58.0. That means Karem Zoabi has 19% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is FC Porto's Samu Aghehowa with a 46.6 RAU (15% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Yefrei Rodríguez of CD Tondela 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 | Karem Zoabi Rio Ave FC | €1.1M | €924K-1.2M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #2 | Samu Aghehowa FC Porto | €57.4M | €49.5M-65.3M | +15% | 46.6 |
| #3 | Yefrei Rodríguez CD Tondela | €344K | €297K-391K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #4 | Rodrigo Ribeiro Sporting CP | €2.9M | €2.5M-3.3M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #5 | Gustavo Varela Gil Vicente FC | €1.3M | €1.1M-1.5M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #6 | Deniz Gül FC Porto | €4.4M | €3.8M-5.0M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #7 | Yan Maranhão Moreirense FC | €642K | €565K-719K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #8 | Carlos Eduardo Gil Vicente FC | €749K | €660K-839K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #9 | Alan Godoy CF Estrela Amadora | €318K | €279K-356K | +6% | 23.0 |
| #10 | Marko Milovanović FC Alverca | €1.1M | €931K-1.2M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #11 | Pablo Gil Vicente FC | €1.6M | €1.4M-1.8M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #12 | Franjo Ivanović SL Benfica | €21.2M | €18.6M-23.7M | +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 striker position shows weak 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)
CD Tondela's Yefrei Rodríguez in the U21 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-20.5%. That means Rodrigo Ribeiro captures 4.5% of total market value while representing only 25.0% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is Sporting CP's Rodrigo Ribeiro with a +-20.5% ASC (4.5% value share vs 25.0% player share in U21 bracket). Third is Karem Zoabi of Rio Ave FC with a +-20.5% ASC (4.5% value vs 25.0% players in U21 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-20.5% ASC means the player captures -20.5% 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 | Yefrei Rodríguez CD Tondela | U21 | 4.5% | 25.0% | -20.5% |
| #2 | Rodrigo Ribeiro Sporting CP | U21 | 4.5% | 25.0% | -20.5% |
| #3 | Karem Zoabi Rio Ave FC | U21 | 4.5% | 25.0% | -20.5% |
| #4 | Deniz Gül FC Porto | 21-23 | 95.5% | 75.0% | +20.5% |
| #5 | Franjo Ivanović SL Benfica | 21-23 | 95.5% | 75.0% | +20.5% |
| #6 | Alan Godoy CF Estrela Amadora | 21-23 | 95.5% | 75.0% | +20.5% |
| #7 | Pablo Gil Vicente FC | 21-23 | 95.5% | 75.0% | +20.5% |
| #8 | Marko Milovanović FC Alverca | 21-23 | 95.5% | 75.0% | +20.5% |
| #9 | Yan Maranhão Moreirense FC | 21-23 | 95.5% | 75.0% | +20.5% |
| #10 | Carlos Eduardo Gil Vicente FC | 21-23 | 95.5% | 75.0% | +20.5% |
| #11 | Gustavo Varela Gil Vicente FC | 21-23 | 95.5% | 75.0% | +20.5% |
| #12 | Samu Aghehowa FC Porto | 21-23 | 95.5% | 75.0% | +20.5% |
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, 11 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
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 €50.0M. 0 undervalued, 1 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Alan Godoy CF Estrela Amadora | €300K | €1.2M | -0.78 | Good Value |
Yan Maranhão Moreirense FC | €600K | €1.2M | -0.44 | Fair Value |
Carlos Eduardo Gil Vicente FC | €700K | €1.2M | -0.33 | Fair Value |
Yefrei Rodríguez CD Tondela | €300K | €1.2M | -0.27 | Fair Value |
Franjo Ivanović SL Benfica | €20.0M | €1.2M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Marko Milovanović FC Alverca | €1.0M | €1.2M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Karem Zoabi Rio Ave FC | €900K | €1.2M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Samu Aghehowa FC Porto | €50.0M | €1.2M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Gustavo Varela Gil Vicente FC | €1.2M | €1.2M | +0.22 | Fair Value |
Pablo Gil Vicente FC | €1.5M | €1.2M | +0.56 | Above Market |
Rodrigo Ribeiro Sporting CP | €2.5M | €1.2M | +0.73 | Above Market |
Deniz Gül FC Porto | €4.0M | €1.2M | +3.33 | Premium |