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Best U23 Young Goalkeepers in the Ligue 1

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

Best Young Goalkeepers in the Ligue 1 (Jul 2026)

Ranked by Analytical Strength Index

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Age: 18–40
€0M–€200M
Showing 16 of 16

Player Rankings

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

#1

Guillaume Restes

FC Toulouse21 years old

17.3M

20.0M

+15.6%

22.4M27.0M

Expected: €24.7M

73.9

#2

Robin Risser

RC Lens21 years old

8.6M

10.0M

+15.6%

11.2M13.5M

Expected: €12.3M

61.6

#3

Doğan Alemdar

Stade Rennais FC23 years old

1.3M

1.5M

+15.6%

1.6M1.9M

Expected: €1.7M

34.1

#4

Mike Penders

RC Strasbourg Alsace20 years old

865K

1.0M

+15.6%

1.2M1.4M

Expected: €1.3M

28.3

#5

Mathys Niflore

FC Toulouse19 years old

865K

1.0M

+15.6%

1.3M1.5M

Expected: €1.4M

28.1

#6

Renato Marin

Paris Saint-Germain20 years old

432K

500K

+15.6%

581K698K

Expected: €639K

19.5

#7

Lucas Lavallée

Paris Saint-Germain23 years old

259K

300K

+15.6%

316K371K

Expected: €344K

13.4

#8

Simon Ngapandouetnbu

Olympique Marseille23 years old

259K

300K

+15.6%

316K371K

Expected: €344K

13.3

#9

Lisandru Olmeta

LOSC Lille21 years old

173K

200K

+15.6%

224K270K

Expected: €247K

7.6

#10

Mathyas Randriamamy

Paris Saint-Germain23 years old

130K

150K

+15.6%

158K186K

Expected: €172K

4.5

#11

Elias Damergy

Stade Rennais FC23 years old

130K

150K

+15.6%

158K186K

Expected: €172K

4.3

#12

Ghjuvanni Quilichini

AC Ajaccio23 years old

130K

150K

+15.6%

158K186K

Expected: €172K

4.3

#13

Louis Mouquet

Paris Saint-Germain22 years old

130K

150K

+15.6%

164K193K

Expected: €179K

4.3

#14

Jules Raux

LOSC Lille22 years old

130K

150K

+15.6%

164K193K

Expected: €179K

4.1

#15

Paul Argney

Le Havre AC20 years old

130K

150K

+15.6%

174K209K

Expected: €192K

3.7

#16

Jules Stawiecki

AS Monaco19 years old

130K

150K

+15.6%

190K229K

Expected: €209K

3.5

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Market Intelligence

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Players Tracked

Age Distribution: Ligue 1 Young Goalkeepers

The Ligue 1 GK market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (11 players, 69% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €33.0M, averaging €3.0M per player.

U21 years5 players (31%)
2.8MAvg: €560K
Top player: Mike Penders (€1.0M)
21-23 years11 players (69%)
33.0MAvg: €3.0M
Top player: Guillaume Restes (€20.0M)

Top Young Goalkeepers by Age Bracket

U21 Years (5 players)

1. Mike Penders(20yo)
1.0M
2. Mathys Niflore(19yo)
1.0M
3. Renato Marin(20yo)
500K
4. Paul Argney(20yo)
150K
5. Jules Stawiecki(19yo)
150K

21-23 Years (11 players)

1. Guillaume Restes(21yo)
20.0M
2. Robin Risser(21yo)
10.0M
3. Doğan Alemdar(23yo)
1.5M
4. Lucas Lavallée(23yo)
300K
5. Simon Ngapandouetnbu(23yo)
300K

Market Value Distribution

Elite Tier Concentration

84%of market value

The top 2 Young Goalkeepers (13% of players) control €30.0M

1. Guillaume Restes20.0M
2. Robin Risser10.0M

Market Tiers

High (€15-30M)1 players (6%)
20.0M
Mid (€5-15M)1 players (6%)
10.0M
Emerging (<€5M)14 players (88%)
5.9M

Market structure shows distributed value with high (€15-30m) tier representing 6% of the Ligue 1 GK pool.

High (€15-30M)

1. Guillaume Restes
FC Toulouse20.0M

Mid (€5-15M)

1. Robin Risser
RC Lens10.0M

Emerging (<€5M)

1. Doğan Alemdar
Stade Rennais FC1.5M
2. Mike Penders
RC Strasbourg Alsace1.0M
3. Mathys Niflore
FC Toulouse1.0M
4. Renato Marin
Paris Saint-Germain500K
5. Lucas Lavallée
Paris Saint-Germain300K

Club Distribution: Ligue 1 Young Goalkeepers

Among 10 Ligue 1 clubs, FC Toulouse leads with 2 Young Goalkeepers worth €21.0M (averaging €10.5M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 100% of tracked Young Goalkeepers.

#1
FC Toulouse
2 players • €21.0M
#2
RC Lens
1 players • €10.0M
#3
Stade Rennais FC
2 players • €1.6M
#4
Paris Saint-Germain
4 players • €1.1M
#5
RC Strasbourg Alsace
1 players • €1.0M
#6
LOSC Lille
2 players • €350K
#7
Olympique Marseille
1 players • €300K
#8
AC Ajaccio
1 players • €150K
#9
Le Havre AC
1 players • €150K
#10
AS Monaco
1 players • €150K

FC Toulouse (2 Young Goalkeepers)

Guillaume Restes(21yo)
20.0M
Mathys Niflore(19yo)
1.0M

RC Lens (1 Young Goalkeepers)

Robin Risser(21yo)
10.0M

Stade Rennais FC (2 Young Goalkeepers)

Doğan Alemdar(23yo)
1.5M
Elias Damergy(23yo)
150K

Paris Saint-Germain (4 Young Goalkeepers)

Renato Marin(20yo)
500K
Lucas Lavallée(23yo)
300K
Mathyas Randriamamy(23yo)
150K
Louis Mouquet(22yo)
150K

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 Toulouse's Guillaume Restes at 21 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 100.00×. That means Guillaume Restes is valued 100.00× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.

In second is RC Lens's Robin Risser, who is 21 years old, with a 50.00× PPVE. Third is Doğan Alemdar of Stade Rennais FC, who is 23 years old with a 7.50× 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 100.00× means the player is worth 9900% more than typical players their age-making them high-value targets before they reach peak value.

PPVE by Age Bracket

Guillaume RestesFC Toulouse
21-23 • 21yo100.00×
€20.0M • 9900% above median
Robin RisserRC Lens
21-23 • 21yo50.00×
€10.0M • 4900% above median
Doğan AlemdarStade Rennais FC
21-23 • 23yo7.50×
€1.5M • 650% above median
Mathys NifloreFC Toulouse
U21 • 19yo2.00×
€1.0M • 100% above median
Mike PendersRC Strasbourg Alsace
U21 • 20yo2.00×
€1.0M • 100% above median
Lucas LavalléeParis Saint-Germain
21-23 • 23yo1.50×
€300K • 50% above median
Simon NgapandouetnbuOlympique Marseille
21-23 • 23yo1.50×
€300K • 50% above median
Renato MarinParis Saint-Germain
U21 • 20yo1.00×
€500K • 0% above median
Lisandru OlmetaLOSC Lille
21-23 • 21yo1.00×
€200K • 0% above median
Elias DamergyStade Rennais FC
21-23 • 23yo0.75×
€150K • -25% above median
Jules RauxLOSC Lille
21-23 • 22yo0.75×
€150K • -25% above median
Louis MouquetParis Saint-Germain
21-23 • 22yo0.75×
€150K • -25% above median
Mathyas RandriamamyParis Saint-Germain
21-23 • 23yo0.75×
€150K • -25% above median
Ghjuvanni QuilichiniAC Ajaccio
21-23 • 23yo0.75×
€150K • -25% above median
Jules StawieckiAS Monaco
U21 • 19yo0.30×
€150K • -70% above median
RankPlayerAgeBracketCurrent ValueBracket MedianPPVE
#1
Guillaume Restes
FC Toulouse
2121-2320.0M200K100.00×
#2
Robin Risser
RC Lens
2121-2310.0M200K50.00×
#3
Doğan Alemdar
Stade Rennais FC
2321-231.5M200K7.50×
#4
Mathys Niflore
FC Toulouse
19U211.0M500K2.00×
#5
Mike Penders
RC Strasbourg Alsace
20U211.0M500K2.00×
#6
Lucas Lavallée
Paris Saint-Germain
2321-23300K200K1.50×
#7
Simon Ngapandouetnbu
Olympique Marseille
2321-23300K200K1.50×
#8
Renato Marin
Paris Saint-Germain
20U21500K500K1.00×
#9
Lisandru Olmeta
LOSC Lille
2121-23200K200K1.00×
#10
Elias Damergy
Stade Rennais FC
2321-23150K200K0.75×
#11
Jules Raux
LOSC Lille
2221-23150K200K0.75×
#12
Louis Mouquet
Paris Saint-Germain
2221-23150K200K0.75×
#13
Mathyas Randriamamy
Paris Saint-Germain
2321-23150K200K0.75×
#14
Ghjuvanni Quilichini
AC Ajaccio
2321-23150K200K0.75×
#15
Jules Stawiecki
AS Monaco
19U21150K500K0.30×
#16
Paul Argney
Le Havre AC
20U21150K500K0.30×

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 Toulouse's Mathys Niflore at 19 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +52%. That means Mathys Niflore is projected to appreciate 52% as they reach their peak age in 7 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.

In second is AS Monaco's Jules Stawiecki, who is 19 years old, with a +52% RPP (7 years to peak). Third is Renato Marin of Paris Saint-Germain, who is 20 years old with a +48% 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 52% RPP means the player is expected to gain 52% value as they enter their prime-making them excellent growth investments.

Recovery Potential by Player

Mathys NifloreFC Toulouse
7yr to peak+52%
1.0M2.1M
Jules StawieckiAS Monaco
7yr to peak+52%
150K310K
Renato MarinParis Saint-Germain
6yr to peak+48%
500K961K
Mike PendersRC Strasbourg Alsace
6yr to peak+48%
1.0M1.9M
Paul ArgneyLe Havre AC
6yr to peak+48%
150K288K
Lisandru OlmetaLOSC Lille
5yr to peak+44%
200K357K
Robin RisserRC Lens
5yr to peak+44%
10.0M17.9M
Guillaume RestesFC Toulouse
5yr to peak+44%
20.0M35.7M
Jules RauxLOSC Lille
4yr to peak+40%
150K249K
Louis MouquetParis Saint-Germain
4yr to peak+40%
150K249K
Doğan AlemdarStade Rennais FC
3yr to peak+35%
1.5M2.3M
Lucas LavalléeParis Saint-Germain
3yr to peak+35%
300K464K
Elias DamergyStade Rennais FC
3yr to peak+35%
150K232K
Simon NgapandouetnbuOlympique Marseille
3yr to peak+35%
300K464K
Mathyas RandriamamyParis Saint-Germain
3yr to peak+35%
150K232K
RankPlayerAgeYears to PeakCurrentPeak ForecastRPP %
#1
Mathys Niflore
FC Toulouse
1971.0M2.1M+52%
#2
Jules Stawiecki
AS Monaco
197150K310K+52%
#3
Renato Marin
Paris Saint-Germain
206500K961K+48%
#4
Mike Penders
RC Strasbourg Alsace
2061.0M1.9M+48%
#5
Paul Argney
Le Havre AC
206150K288K+48%
#6
Lisandru Olmeta
LOSC Lille
215200K357K+44%
#7
Robin Risser
RC Lens
21510.0M17.9M+44%
#8
Guillaume Restes
FC Toulouse
21520.0M35.7M+44%
#9
Jules Raux
LOSC Lille
224150K249K+40%
#10
Louis Mouquet
Paris Saint-Germain
224150K249K+40%
#11
Doğan Alemdar
Stade Rennais FC
2331.5M2.3M+35%
#12
Lucas Lavallée
Paris Saint-Germain
233300K464K+35%
#13
Elias Damergy
Stade Rennais FC
233150K232K+35%
#14
Simon Ngapandouetnbu
Olympique Marseille
233300K464K+35%
#15
Mathyas Randriamamy
Paris Saint-Germain
233150K232K+35%
#16
Ghjuvanni Quilichini
AC Ajaccio
233150K232K+35%

Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)

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

Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)

FC Toulouse's Mathys Niflore has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 154.3. That means Mathys Niflore has 40% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.

In second is AS Monaco's Jules Stawiecki with a 154.3 RAU (40% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Paul Argney of Le Havre AC with a 118.5 RAU (28% upside, 0% uncertainty).

How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 154.3 means the upside is 154.3× greater than the uncertainty-making it a high-confidence growth opportunity. Target RAU ≥2.0 for balanced risk-reward.

Risk-Adjusted Upside by Player

Mathys NifloreFC Toulouse
40% / ±0%154.3
Range: €1.3M - €1.5M
Jules StawieckiAS Monaco
40% / ±0%154.3
Range: €190K - €229K
Paul ArgneyLe Havre AC
28% / ±0%118.5
Range: €174K - €209K
Renato MarinParis Saint-Germain
28% / ±0%118.5
Range: €581K - €698K
Mike PendersRC Strasbourg Alsace
28% / ±0%118.5
Range: €1.2M - €1.4M
Lisandru OlmetaLOSC Lille
23% / ±0%103.3
Range: €224K - €270K
Robin RisserRC Lens
23% / ±0%103.3
Range: €11.2M - €13.5M
Guillaume RestesFC Toulouse
23% / ±0%103.3
Range: €22.4M - €27.0M
Jules RauxLOSC Lille
19% / ±0%100.1
Range: €164K - €193K
Louis MouquetParis Saint-Germain
19% / ±0%100.1
Range: €164K - €193K
Lucas LavalléeParis Saint-Germain
15% / ±0%79.9
Range: €316K - €371K
Elias DamergyStade Rennais FC
15% / ±0%79.9
Range: €158K - €186K
Simon NgapandouetnbuOlympique Marseille
15% / ±0%79.9
Range: €316K - €371K
Mathyas RandriamamyParis Saint-Germain
15% / ±0%79.9
Range: €158K - €186K
Ghjuvanni QuilichiniAC Ajaccio
15% / ±0%79.9
Range: €158K - €186K
RankPlayerExpectedRangeUpside %RAU
#1
Mathys Niflore
FC Toulouse
1.4M1.3M-1.5M+40%154.3
#2
Jules Stawiecki
AS Monaco
209K190K-229K+40%154.3
#3
Paul Argney
Le Havre AC
192K174K-209K+28%118.5
#4
Renato Marin
Paris Saint-Germain
639K581K-698K+28%118.5
#5
Mike Penders
RC Strasbourg Alsace
1.3M1.2M-1.4M+28%118.5
#6
Lisandru Olmeta
LOSC Lille
247K224K-270K+23%103.3
#7
Robin Risser
RC Lens
12.3M11.2M-13.5M+23%103.3
#8
Guillaume Restes
FC Toulouse
24.7M22.4M-27.0M+23%103.3
#9
Jules Raux
LOSC Lille
179K164K-193K+19%100.1
#10
Louis Mouquet
Paris Saint-Germain
179K164K-193K+19%100.1
#11
Lucas Lavallée
Paris Saint-Germain
344K316K-371K+15%79.9
#12
Elias Damergy
Stade Rennais FC
172K158K-186K+15%79.9
#13
Simon Ngapandouetnbu
Olympique Marseille
344K316K-371K+15%79.9
#14
Mathyas Randriamamy
Paris Saint-Germain
172K158K-186K+15%79.9
#15
Ghjuvanni Quilichini
AC Ajaccio
172K158K-186K+15%79.9
#16
Doğan Alemdar
Stade Rennais FC
1.7M1.6M-1.9M+15%79.9

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 strong depth (avg Z-score: 0.00). RPI: 0.00.

Position Depth Analysis

16
Total Players
0.00
Avg Z-Score
0.00
RPI Score
Weak DepthStrong Depth
-3.00+3.0

Highest Z-Scores

Guillaume Restes+3.45
Robin Risser+1.51
Doğan Alemdar+-0.14
Mike Penders+-0.24
Mathys Niflore+-0.24

Lowest Z-Scores

Jules Stawiecki-0.41
Paul Argney-0.41
Jules Raux-0.41
Louis Mouquet-0.41
Ghjuvanni Quilichini-0.41

Age-Share Concentration (ASC)

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

Understanding Age-Share Concentration (ASC)

Stade Rennais FC's Doğan Alemdar in the 21-23 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +23.4%. That means Guillaume Restes captures 92.2% of total market value while representing only 68.8% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.

In second is Paris Saint-Germain's Lucas Lavallée with a +23.4% ASC (92.2% value share vs 68.8% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Elias Damergy of Stade Rennais FC with a +23.4% ASC (92.2% value vs 68.8% players in 21-23 bracket).

How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +23.4% ASC means the player captures 23.4% more market value than their numerical representation-indicating marquee status. ASC > +15% = elite dominance, ASC < -15% = potential value targets.

Value Concentration by Player

Doğan AlemdarStade Rennais FC
21-23+23.4%
92.2% value share / 68.8% player share
Lucas LavalléeParis Saint-Germain
21-23+23.4%
92.2% value share / 68.8% player share
Elias DamergyStade Rennais FC
21-23+23.4%
92.2% value share / 68.8% player share
Simon NgapandouetnbuOlympique Marseille
21-23+23.4%
92.2% value share / 68.8% player share
Jules RauxLOSC Lille
21-23+23.4%
92.2% value share / 68.8% player share
Robin RisserRC Lens
21-23+23.4%
92.2% value share / 68.8% player share
Louis MouquetParis Saint-Germain
21-23+23.4%
92.2% value share / 68.8% player share
Lisandru OlmetaLOSC Lille
21-23+23.4%
92.2% value share / 68.8% player share
Mathyas RandriamamyParis Saint-Germain
21-23+23.4%
92.2% value share / 68.8% player share
Ghjuvanni QuilichiniAC Ajaccio
21-23+23.4%
92.2% value share / 68.8% player share
Guillaume RestesFC Toulouse
21-23+23.4%
92.2% value share / 68.8% player share
Renato MarinParis Saint-Germain
U21-23.4%
7.8% value share / 31.3% player share
Mathys NifloreFC Toulouse
U21-23.4%
7.8% value share / 31.3% player share
Jules StawieckiAS Monaco
U21-23.4%
7.8% value share / 31.3% player share
Mike PendersRC Strasbourg Alsace
U21-23.4%
7.8% value share / 31.3% player share
RankPlayerAge BracketValue SharePlayer ShareASC
#1
Doğan Alemdar
Stade Rennais FC
21-2392.2%68.8%+23.4%
#2
Lucas Lavallée
Paris Saint-Germain
21-2392.2%68.8%+23.4%
#3
Elias Damergy
Stade Rennais FC
21-2392.2%68.8%+23.4%
#4
Simon Ngapandouetnbu
Olympique Marseille
21-2392.2%68.8%+23.4%
#5
Jules Raux
LOSC Lille
21-2392.2%68.8%+23.4%
#6
Robin Risser
RC Lens
21-2392.2%68.8%+23.4%
#7
Louis Mouquet
Paris Saint-Germain
21-2392.2%68.8%+23.4%
#8
Lisandru Olmeta
LOSC Lille
21-2392.2%68.8%+23.4%
#9
Mathyas Randriamamy
Paris Saint-Germain
21-2392.2%68.8%+23.4%
#10
Ghjuvanni Quilichini
AC Ajaccio
21-2392.2%68.8%+23.4%
#11
Guillaume Restes
FC Toulouse
21-2392.2%68.8%+23.4%
#12
Renato Marin
Paris Saint-Germain
U217.8%31.3%-23.4%
#13
Mathys Niflore
FC Toulouse
U217.8%31.3%-23.4%
#14
Jules Stawiecki
AS Monaco
U217.8%31.3%-23.4%
#15
Mike Penders
RC Strasbourg Alsace
U217.8%31.3%-23.4%
#16
Paul Argney
Le Havre AC
U217.8%31.3%-23.4%

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: 10 immediate targets, 6 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.

BUY NOW - High Upside

Guillaume Restes
21yo • FC Toulouse
20.0M
Robin Risser
21yo • RC Lens
10.0M
Mike Penders
20yo • RC Strasbourg Alsace
1.0M
Mathys Niflore
19yo • FC Toulouse
1.0M
Renato Marin
20yo • Paris Saint-Germain
500K
Lisandru Olmeta
21yo • LOSC Lille
200K
Louis Mouquet
22yo • Paris Saint-Germain
150K
Jules Raux
22yo • LOSC Lille
150K
Paul Argney
20yo • Le Havre AC
150K
Jules Stawiecki
19yo • AS Monaco
150K

WATCH LIST - High Upside

No players in this category

BUY NOW - Medium Upside

Doğan Alemdar
23yo • Stade Rennais FC
1.5M
Lucas Lavallée
23yo • Paris Saint-Germain
300K
Simon Ngapandouetnbu
23yo • Olympique Marseille
300K
Mathyas Randriamamy
23yo • Paris Saint-Germain
150K
Elias Damergy
23yo • Stade Rennais FC
150K
Ghjuvanni Quilichini
23yo • AC Ajaccio
150K

PEAK Players

No players in this category

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 €20.0M. 0 undervalued, 1 premium.

Value Positioning vs Peers

Jules StawieckiAS Monaco
150K-0.41
Fair value
Paul ArgneyLe Havre AC
150K-0.41
Fair value
Renato MarinParis Saint-Germain
500K0.00
Fair value
Elias DamergyStade Rennais FC
150K0.00
Fair value
Jules RauxLOSC Lille
150K0.00
Fair value
Robin RisserRC Lens
10.0M0.00
Fair value
Louis MouquetParis Saint-Germain
150K0.00
Fair value
Mathyas RandriamamyParis Saint-Germain
150K0.00
Fair value
Ghjuvanni QuilichiniAC Ajaccio
150K0.00
Fair value
Guillaume RestesFC Toulouse
20.0M0.00
Fair value
Lisandru OlmetaLOSC Lille
200K+0.33
Fair value
Mathys NifloreFC Toulouse
1.0M+0.59
Fair value
Mike PendersRC Strasbourg Alsace
1.0M+0.59
Fair value
Lucas LavalléeParis Saint-Germain
300K+1.00
Fair value
Simon NgapandouetnbuOlympique Marseille
300K+1.00
Fair value
PlayerMarket ValuePosition MedianZ-ScoreAssessment
Jules Stawiecki
AS Monaco
150K300K-0.41Fair Value
Paul Argney
Le Havre AC
150K300K-0.41Fair Value
Renato Marin
Paris Saint-Germain
500K300K0.00Fair Value
Elias Damergy
Stade Rennais FC
150K300K0.00Fair Value
Jules Raux
LOSC Lille
150K300K0.00Fair Value
Robin Risser
RC Lens
10.0M300K0.00Fair Value
Louis Mouquet
Paris Saint-Germain
150K300K0.00Fair Value
Mathyas Randriamamy
Paris Saint-Germain
150K300K0.00Fair Value
Ghjuvanni Quilichini
AC Ajaccio
150K300K0.00Fair Value
Guillaume Restes
FC Toulouse
20.0M300K0.00Fair Value
Lisandru Olmeta
LOSC Lille
200K300K+0.33Fair Value
Mathys Niflore
FC Toulouse
1.0M300K+0.59Above Market
Mike Penders
RC Strasbourg Alsace
1.0M300K+0.59Above Market
Lucas Lavallée
Paris Saint-Germain
300K300K+1.00Above Market
Simon Ngapandouetnbu
Olympique Marseille
300K300K+1.00Above Market
Doğan Alemdar
Stade Rennais FC
1.5M300K+9.00Premium

Market Overview: Ligue 1 Young Goalkeepers 2024-25

Our database tracked 16 Ligue 1 Young Goalkeepers in the 2024-25 season, representing 10 clubs with a combined market value of €35.8M. The average market value for Ligue 1 Young Goalkeepers was €2.2M, with the average age at 21 years old.

The most valuable young goalkeeper in the Ligue 1 was Guillaume Restes, worth €20.0M and played for FC Toulouse at 21 years old. The top 5 Young Goalkeepers averaged €6.7M in market value, including Robin Risser and Doğan Alemdar.

Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young goalkeeper was Mathys Niflore (19 years, FC Toulouse, €1.0M), while the oldest was Doğan Alemdar (23 years, Stade Rennais FC, €1.5M). Research shows Young Goalkeepers typically peak at age 29.

Historical analysis showed 16 Young Goalkeepers (100%) increased in market value over the following 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, then-current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Ligue 1 market for Young Goalkeepers remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2024-25 season.

How We Rank Ligue 1 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 Ligue 1 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 Ligue 1 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 29 with gradual 3.5%/year decline. Pre-peak players score higher on development trajectory.

Competition Level Adjustment (3%)

Ligue 1 receives Top 5 European league premium for competitive intensity and quality of opposition.

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: 29 years (latest of all positions due to experience premium)

Decline Rate: 3.5% per year (slowest decline, experience compensates for reflexes)

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: GK-specific -3.5%/year post-peak, +5%/year pre-peak

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 Ligue 1 Young Goalkeepers in the 2024-25 season

Who are the most valuable Young Goalkeepers in the Ligue 1 in 2024-25?

The most valuable young goalkeeper in the Ligue 1 in 2024-25 is Guillaume Restes, who is worth €20.0M and plays for FC Toulouse. The second most valuable is Robin Risser (€10.0M, RC Lens), followed by Doğan Alemdar (€1.5M, Stade Rennais FC). Our database tracks 16 Ligue 1 Young Goalkeepers with comprehensive market valuations updated for the 2024-25 season.

How are Ligue 1 Young Goalkeepers ranked?

Ligue 1 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 Ligue 1 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 29, later than outfield players, with a slower decline rate of 3.5% per year after peak. 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 Ligue 1?

Transfer fees for Ligue 1 Young Goalkeepers vary significantly based on market value, contract length, and club bargaining position. For the top-ranked young goalkeeper Guillaume Restes (market value: €20.0M), estimated transfer fees would range from €16.0M to €28.0M 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 Ligue 1 transactions.

What is the value forecast for Ligue 1 Young Goalkeepers?

Our 1-year forecast model projects market value changes for Ligue 1 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 gain ~5% per year toward peak age, post-peak players decline at position-specific rates), 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 Ligue 1 young goalkeeper data come from?

Our Ligue 1 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 Ligue 1 sources and updated monthly for the 2024-25 season to ensure accuracy for recruitment and investment decisions.