Best U23 Young Left Wingers in the MLS
20 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Best Young Left Wingers in the MLS (Oct 2026)
20 players tracked across 12 clubs. Updated October 2026.
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
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Player Rankings
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Mateo Silvetti
Club Internacional de Fútbol Miami • 20 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.6M
53.5
Agustín Ojeda
New York City Football Club • 22 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.1M
53.1
Tiago
Orlando City Soccer Club • 21 years old
€3.0M
€3.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €3.6M
47.8
Kenji Cabrera
Vancouver Whitecaps FC • 23 years old
€1.4M
€1.6M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.6M
35.0
Warren Madrigal
Nashville SC • 22 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.5M
34.7
Bruno Caicedo
Vancouver Whitecaps FC • 21 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
33.8
Alexis Manyoma
Colorado Rapids • 23 years old
€1.0M
€1.2M
+15.6%
31.5
Nimfasha Berchimas
Charlotte Football Club • 18 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
31.1
Mohammed Sofo
Red Bull New York • 21 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
28.9
Mauricio González
Minnesota United FC • 22 years old
€778K
€900K
+15.6%
28.5
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Sign up freeMateo Silvetti
Club Internacional de Fútbol Miami · 20 years old
53.5
ASI
Current Value
€6.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€5.2M - €8.0M
Agustín Ojeda
New York City Football Club · 22 years old
53.1
ASI
Current Value
€5.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€4.2M - €6.0M
Tiago
Orlando City Soccer Club · 21 years old
47.8
ASI
Current Value
€3.5M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€2.8M - €4.3M
Kenji Cabrera
Vancouver Whitecaps FC · 23 years old
35.0
ASI
Current Value
€1.6M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€1.3M - €1.9M
Warren Madrigal
Nashville SC · 22 years old
34.7
ASI
Current Value
€1.5M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€1.2M - €1.8M
Bruno Caicedo
Vancouver Whitecaps FC · 21 years old
33.8
ASI
Current Value
€1.5M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Alexis Manyoma
Colorado Rapids · 23 years old
31.5
ASI
Current Value
€1.2M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Nimfasha Berchimas
Charlotte Football Club · 18 years old
31.1
ASI
Current Value
€1.5M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Mohammed Sofo
Red Bull New York · 21 years old
28.9
ASI
Current Value
€1.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Mauricio González
Minnesota United FC · 22 years old
28.5
ASI
Current Value
€900K
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
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Sign up freeMarket Overview: MLS Young Left Wingers (updated October 2026)
Our database tracks 20 MLS Young Left Wingers as of October 2026, representing 12 clubs with a combined market value of €28.3M. The average market value for MLS Young Left Wingers is €1.4M, with the average age at 21 years old.
The most valuable young left winger in the MLS is Mateo Silvetti, worth €6.0M and playing for Club Internacional de Fútbol Miami at 20 years old. The top 5 Young Left Wingers average €3.5M in market value, including Agustín Ojeda and Tiago.
Age distribution shows the youngest tracked young left winger is Nimfasha Berchimas (18 years, Charlotte Football Club, €1.5M), while the oldest is Kenji Cabrera (23 years, Vancouver Whitecaps FC, €1.6M). Research shows Young Left Wingers typically peak at age 26.
Our 1-year forecast model projects 20 Young Left Wingers (100%) will increase in market value over the next 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The MLS market for Young Left Wingers remains actively developing with emerging talent as of October 2026.
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Age Distribution: MLS Young Left Wingers
The MLS LW 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 €18.8M, averaging €1.3M per player.
Top Young Left Wingers by Age Bracket
U21 Years (5 players)
21-23 Years (15 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 2 Young Left Wingers (10% of players) control €11.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with mid (€5-15m) tier representing 10% of the MLS LW pool.
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: MLS Young Left Wingers
Among 12 MLS clubs, Club Internacional de Fútbol Miami leads with 2 Young Left Wingers worth €6.2M (averaging €3.1M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 90% of tracked Young Left Wingers.
Club Internacional de Fútbol Miami (2 Young Left Wingers)
New York City Football Club (2 Young Left Wingers)
Orlando City Soccer Club (2 Young Left Wingers)
Vancouver Whitecaps FC (2 Young Left Wingers)
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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)
Club Internacional de Fútbol Miami's Mateo Silvetti at 20 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 6.00×. That means Mateo Silvetti is valued 6.00× higher than the median player in the U21 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is New York City Football Club's Agustín Ojeda, who is 22 years old, with a 5.56× PPVE. Third is Tiago of Orlando City Soccer Club, who is 21 years old with a 3.89× 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 6.00× means the player is worth 500% 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 | Mateo Silvetti Club Internacional de Fútbol Miami | 20 | U21 | €6.0M | €1.0M | 6.00x |
| #2 | Agustín Ojeda New York City Football Club | 22 | 21-23 | €5.0M | €900K | 5.56x |
| #3 | Tiago Orlando City Soccer Club | 21 | 21-23 | €3.5M | €900K | 3.89x |
| #4 | Kenji Cabrera Vancouver Whitecaps FC | 23 | 21-23 | €1.6M | €900K | 1.78x |
| #5 | Bruno Caicedo Vancouver Whitecaps FC | 21 | 21-23 | €1.5M | €900K | 1.67x |
| #6 | Warren Madrigal Nashville SC | 22 | 21-23 | €1.5M | €900K | 1.67x |
| #7 | Nimfasha Berchimas Charlotte Football Club | 18 | U21 | €1.5M | €1.0M | 1.50x |
| #8 | Alexis Manyoma Colorado Rapids | 23 | 21-23 | €1.2M | €900K | 1.33x |
| #9 | Mohammed Sofo Red Bull New York | 21 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €900K | 1.11x |
| #10 | Andy Rojas Red Bull New York | 20 | U21 | €1.0M | €1.0M | 1.00x |
| #11 | Mauricio González Minnesota United FC | 22 | 21-23 | €900K | €900K | 1.00x |
| #12 | Kenyel Michel Minnesota United FC | 22 | 21-23 | €800K | €900K | 0.89x |
| #13 | Bryan Zamblé San Diego Football Club | 18 | U21 | €800K | €1.0M | 0.80x |
| #14 | Malachi Jones New York City Football Club | 23 | 21-23 | €400K | €900K | 0.44x |
| #15 | Zach Booth Real Salt Lake | 22 | 21-23 | €350K | €900K | 0.39x |
| #16 | CJ Fodrey Austin FC | 22 | 21-23 | €350K | €900K | 0.39x |
| #17 | Rafael Mosquera Red Bull New York | 21 | 21-23 | €300K | €900K | 0.33x |
| #18 | Kimani Stewart-Baynes Colorado Rapids | 21 | 21-23 | €200K | €900K | 0.22x |
| #19 | Harvey Sarajian Orlando City Soccer Club | 21 | 21-23 | €200K | €900K | 0.22x |
| #20 | Dániel Pintér Club Internacional de Fútbol Miami | 19 | U21 | €200K | €1.0M | 0.20x |
Return-to-Peak Potential (RPP)
Recovery potential from current value to forecasted peak. Shows how much upside remains for players approaching their prime.
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How We Rank MLS Young Left Wingers
Our Analytical Strength Index is calibrated specifically for young left wingers, 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 LW
Historical Achievement Index (35%)
Peak career market value for MLS young left wingers, 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 MLS young left wingers, capturing recent form, injuries, and current performance level. Weighted to reflect age-related depreciation patterns.
Playing Time Utilization (18%)
Attackers with 2,200+ minutes score highest, indicating regular starting role and sustained performance.
Age-Adjusted Performance Curve (12%)
Attackers peak at 26 with fastest 7.0%/year decline (pace-dependent). Pre-peak players score higher on development trajectory.
Competition Level Adjustment (3%)
MLS 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.
LW Performance Benchmarks
Peak Age: 26 years (peak pace and finishing efficiency)
Decline Rate: Widening steps, not a flat rate: about -5% at 27, -10% at 28, steeper from 29 (earliest onset, pace-dependent position)
Optimal Minutes: 2,200-2,400 per season (high-intensity position requires rotation)
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 26: +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: ±18% confidence interval (most volatile, form-dependent)
Research Foundation
• Dendir (2016): Age-performance curves for young left wingers
• 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 MLS Young Left Wingers, updated October 2026
Who are the most valuable Young Left Wingers in the MLS right now?
The most valuable young left winger in the MLS today is Mateo Silvetti, who is worth €6.0M and plays for Club Internacional de Fútbol Miami. The second most valuable is Agustín Ojeda (€5.0M, New York City Football Club), followed by Tiago (€3.5M, Orlando City Soccer Club). Our database tracks 20 MLS Young Left Wingers with comprehensive market valuations updated in October 2026.
How are MLS Young Left Wingers ranked?
MLS Young Left Wingers are ranked by our proprietary Analytical Strength Index, which is specifically calibrated for Young Left Wingers. 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 MLS 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 Left Wingers peak?
Attackers peak earliest, typically at age 26. In our valuation model, value then falls in widening steps rather than at a flat annual rate: around -5% at 27, -10% at 28, and -15% or more from 29. This reflects the position's heavy reliance on pace, acceleration, and explosive power, which deteriorate faster than technical skills. Research by Carmichael et al. (2020) confirms that forwards peak earlier and decline faster than any other position. The optimal playing time is around 2,200-2,400 minutes per season.
How much does it cost to sign a top young left winger from the MLS?
Transfer fees for MLS Young Left Wingers vary significantly based on market value, contract length, and club bargaining position. For the top-ranked young left winger Mateo Silvetti (market value: €6.0M), estimated transfer fees would range from €4.8M to €8.4M 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 MLS transactions.
What is the value forecast for MLS Young Left Wingers?
Our 1-year forecast model projects market value changes for MLS Young Left Wingers 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-attackers have ±18% volatility (most volatile due to form-dependency). Young players (under 22) and older players (over 32) receive 1.15× uncertainty multipliers due to unpredictable development or decline patterns.
Where does the MLS young left winger data come from?
Our MLS young left winger 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 MLS sources and updated monthly (last update October 2026) to ensure accuracy for recruitment and investment decisions.