Best U23 Young Midfielders in the Scottish Premiership
251 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Best Young Midfielders in the Scottish Premiership (Apr 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Scottish Premiership Young Midfielders 2022-23
Our database tracked 251 Scottish Premiership Young Midfielders in the 2022-23 season, representing 192 clubs with a combined market value of €1.9B. The average market value for Scottish Premiership Young Midfielders was €7.4M, with the average age at 21.6 years old.
The most valuable young midfielder in the Scottish Premiership was Pedri, worth €140.0M and played for FC Barcelona at 23 years old. The top 5 Young Midfielders averaged €76.0M in market value, including João Neves and Pablo Barrios.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young midfielder was Ayyoub Bouaddi (18 years, LOSC Lille, €28.0M), while the oldest was Pedri (23 years, FC Barcelona, €140.0M). Research shows Young Midfielders typically peak at age 26-27.
Historical analysis showed 251 Young Midfielders (100%) increased in market value over the following 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, then-current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Scottish Premiership market for Young Midfielders remained highly competitive with significant transfer activity in the 2022-23 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 Scottish Premiership
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Scottish Premiership Young Midfielders. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 192 clubs with €1.9B combined value.
Age Distribution: Scottish Premiership Young Midfielders
The Scottish Premiership CM market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (215 players, 86% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €1.5B, averaging €7.0M per player.
Top Young Midfielders by Age Bracket
U21 Years (36 players)
21-23 Years (215 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 26 Young Midfielders (10% of players) control €972.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with elite (€50m+) tier representing 2% of the Scottish Premiership CM pool.
Elite (€50M+)
Premium (€30-50M)
High (€15-30M)
Club Distribution: Scottish Premiership Young Midfielders
Among 192 Scottish Premiership clubs, FC Barcelona leads with 2 Young Midfielders worth €180.0M (averaging €90.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 8% of tracked Young Midfielders.
FC Barcelona (2 Young Midfielders)
Paris Saint-Germain (3 Young Midfielders)
Tottenham Hotspur (2 Young Midfielders)
Atlético de Madrid (1 Young Midfielders)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Pedri
FC Barcelona • 23 years old
€121.1M
€140.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €156.0M
95.5
João Neves
Paris Saint-Germain • 21 years old
€69.2M
€80.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €91.8M
93.3
Pablo Barrios
Atlético de Madrid • 22 years old
€47.6M
€55.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €60.6M
89.6
Eduardo Camavinga
Real Madrid • 23 years old
€43.2M
€50.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €55.7M
89.2
Warren Zaïre-Emery
Paris Saint-Germain • 20 years old
€47.6M
€55.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €65.6M
88.5
Kobbie Mainoo
Manchester United • 21 years old
€43.2M
€50.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €57.4M
88.0
Gavi
FC Barcelona • 21 years old
€34.6M
€40.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €45.9M
85.2
Hugo Larsson
Eintracht Frankfurt • 21 years old
€34.6M
€40.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €45.9M
85.0
Lucas Bergvall
Tottenham Hotspur • 20 years old
€32.9M
€38.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €45.3M
83.8
Andrey Santos
Chelsea FC • 21 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €40.2M
83.5
Pape Matar Sarr
Tottenham Hotspur • 23 years old
€27.7M
€32.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €35.7M
83.5
Elliot Anderson
Nottingham Forest • 23 years old
€27.7M
€32.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €35.7M
83.5
Mikel Jauregizar
Athletic Bilbao • 22 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €31.8M
78.5
Kenneth Taylor
Ajax Amsterdam • 23 years old
€24.2M
€28.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €30.0M
77.9
Tom Bischof
Bayern Munich • 20 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €34.4M
77.4
Javi Guerra
Valencia CF • 22 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €26.5M
76.2
Ayyoub Bouaddi
LOSC Lille • 18 years old
€24.2M
€28.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €34.6M
75.2
Yasin Ayari
Brighton & Hove Albion • 22 years old
€19.0M
€22.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €23.3M
74.6
Lamine Camara
AS Monaco • 22 years old
€19.0M
€22.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €23.3M
74.6
Yunus Musah
Atalanta BC • 23 years old
€17.3M
€20.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €21.4M
74.0
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 Barcelona's Pedri at 23 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 56.00×. That means Pedri is valued 56.00× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Paris Saint-Germain's João Neves, who is 21 years old, with a 32.00× PPVE. Third is Pablo Barrios of Atlético de Madrid, who is 22 years old with a 22.00× 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 56.00× means the player is worth 5500% 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 | Pedri FC Barcelona | 23 | 21-23 | €140.0M | €2.5M | 56.00× |
| #2 | João Neves Paris Saint-Germain | 21 | 21-23 | €80.0M | €2.5M | 32.00× |
| #3 | Pablo Barrios Atlético de Madrid | 22 | 21-23 | €55.0M | €2.5M | 22.00× |
| #4 | Eduardo Camavinga Real Madrid | 23 | 21-23 | €50.0M | €2.5M | 20.00× |
| #5 | Kobbie Mainoo Manchester United | 21 | 21-23 | €50.0M | €2.5M | 20.00× |
| #6 | Gavi FC Barcelona | 21 | 21-23 | €40.0M | €2.5M | 16.00× |
| #7 | Hugo Larsson Eintracht Frankfurt | 21 | 21-23 | €40.0M | €2.5M | 16.00× |
| #8 | Andrey Santos Chelsea FC | 21 | 21-23 | €35.0M | €2.5M | 14.00× |
| #9 | Elliot Anderson Nottingham Forest | 23 | 21-23 | €32.0M | €2.5M | 12.80× |
| #10 | Pape Matar Sarr Tottenham Hotspur | 23 | 21-23 | €32.0M | €2.5M | 12.80× |
| #11 | Mikel Jauregizar Athletic Bilbao | 22 | 21-23 | €30.0M | €2.5M | 12.00× |
| #12 | Kenneth Taylor Ajax Amsterdam | 23 | 21-23 | €28.0M | €2.5M | 11.20× |
| #13 | Warren Zaïre-Emery Paris Saint-Germain | 20 | U21 | €55.0M | €5.0M | 11.00× |
| #14 | Javi Guerra Valencia CF | 22 | 21-23 | €25.0M | €2.5M | 10.00× |
| #15 | Yasin Ayari Brighton & Hove Albion | 22 | 21-23 | €22.0M | €2.5M | 8.80× |
| #16 | Lamine Camara AS Monaco | 22 | 21-23 | €22.0M | €2.5M | 8.80× |
| #17 | Yunus Musah Atalanta BC | 23 | 21-23 | €20.0M | €2.5M | 8.00× |
| #18 | Alex Scott AFC Bournemouth | 22 | 21-23 | €20.0M | €2.5M | 8.00× |
| #19 | Habib Diarra Sunderland AFC | 22 | 21-23 | €20.0M | €2.5M | 8.00× |
| #20 | Lucas Bergvall Tottenham Hotspur | 20 | U21 | €38.0M | €5.0M | 7.60× |
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)
Liverpool FC's Trey Nyoni at 18 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +44%. That means Ayyoub Bouaddi is projected to appreciate 44% as they reach their peak age in 8 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is LOSC Lille's Ayyoub Bouaddi, who is 18 years old, with a +44% RPP (8 years to peak). Third is Josh King of Fulham FC, who is 19 years old with a +40% RPP (7 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 44% RPP means the player is expected to gain 44% 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 | Trey Nyoni Liverpool FC | 18 | 8 | €4.5M | €8.0M | +44% |
| #2 | Ayyoub Bouaddi LOSC Lille | 18 | 8 | €28.0M | €50.0M | +44% |
| #3 | Josh King Fulham FC | 19 | 7 | €1.0M | €1.7M | +40% |
| #4 | Assan Ouédraogo RB Leipzig | 19 | 7 | €7.0M | €11.6M | +40% |
| #5 | Senny Mayulu Paris Saint-Germain | 19 | 7 | €15.0M | €24.9M | +40% |
| #6 | Lewis Miley Newcastle United | 19 | 7 | €22.0M | €36.6M | +40% |
| #7 | Lennon Miller Udinese Calcio | 19 | 7 | €8.0M | €13.3M | +40% |
| #8 | Michael Golding Leicester City | 19 | 7 | €2.0M | €3.3M | +40% |
| #9 | Christos Mouzakitis Olympiacos Piraeus | 19 | 7 | €15.0M | €24.9M | +40% |
| #10 | İsak Vural Pisa Sporting Club | 19 | 7 | €4.5M | €7.5M | +40% |
| #11 | Agustín Medina CA Lanús | 19 | 7 | €3.0M | €5.0M | +40% |
| #12 | Ethan Mbappé LOSC Lille | 19 | 7 | €5.0M | €8.3M | +40% |
| #13 | João Simões Sporting CP | 19 | 7 | €6.0M | €10.0M | +40% |
| #14 | Lior Kassa Maccabi Haifa | 20 | 6 | €1.5M | €2.3M | +35% |
| #15 | Mauricio Amaro Defensor Sporting Club | 20 | 6 | €700K | €1.1M | +35% |
| #16 | Daniel Kelly Millwall FC | 20 | 6 | €700K | €1.1M | +35% |
| #17 | Victor Froholdt FC Porto | 20 | 6 | €22.0M | €34.0M | +35% |
| #18 | Mathis Amougou RC Strasbourg Alsace | 20 | 6 | €10.0M | €15.5M | +35% |
| #19 | Mads Bomholt Aalborg BK | 20 | 6 | €900K | €1.4M | +35% |
| #20 | Caleb Yirenkyi FC Nordsjaelland | 20 | 6 | €1.0M | €1.5M | +35% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Liverpool FC's Trey Nyoni has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 68.9. That means Trey Nyoni has 23% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is LOSC Lille's Ayyoub Bouaddi with a 68.9 RAU (23% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Lucas Bergvall of Tottenham Hotspur with a 58.7 RAU (19% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 68.9 means the upside is 68.9× 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 | Trey Nyoni Liverpool FC | €5.6M | €4.8M-6.3M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #2 | Ayyoub Bouaddi LOSC Lille | €34.6M | €29.8M-39.3M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #3 | Lucas Bergvall Tottenham Hotspur | €45.3M | €39.1M-51.6M | +19% | 58.7 |
| #4 | Warren Zaïre-Emery Paris Saint-Germain | €65.6M | €56.6M-74.7M | +19% | 58.7 |
| #5 | Lewis Miley Newcastle United | €26.2M | €22.6M-29.8M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #6 | Josh King Fulham FC | €1.2M | €1.0M-1.4M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #7 | Lennon Miller Udinese Calcio | €9.5M | €8.2M-10.8M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #8 | Michael Golding Leicester City | €2.4M | €2.1M-2.7M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #9 | Ethan Mbappé LOSC Lille | €6.0M | €5.1M-6.8M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #10 | İsak Vural Pisa Sporting Club | €5.4M | €4.6M-6.1M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #11 | Agustín Medina CA Lanús | €3.6M | €3.1M-4.1M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #12 | João Simões Sporting CP | €7.1M | €6.2M-8.1M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #13 | Assan Ouédraogo RB Leipzig | €8.3M | €7.2M-9.5M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #14 | Senny Mayulu Paris Saint-Germain | €17.9M | €15.4M-20.3M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #15 | Christos Mouzakitis Olympiacos Piraeus | €17.9M | €15.4M-20.3M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #16 | Andrey Santos Chelsea FC | €40.2M | €34.6M-45.7M | +15% | 46.6 |
| #17 | Gavi FC Barcelona | €45.9M | €39.6M-52.2M | +15% | 46.6 |
| #18 | João Neves Paris Saint-Germain | €91.8M | €79.1M-104.5M | +15% | 46.6 |
| #19 | Hugo Larsson Eintracht Frankfurt | €45.9M | €39.6M-52.2M | +15% | 46.6 |
| #20 | Kobbie Mainoo Manchester United | €57.4M | €49.5M-65.3M | +15% | 46.6 |
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 midfielder 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)
Club Athletico Paranaense's Élan Ricardo in the 21-23 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-4.2%. That means Pedri captures 81.4% of total market value while representing only 85.7% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is Olympiacos Piraeus's Lorenzo Scipioni with a +-4.2% ASC (81.4% value share vs 85.7% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Catriel Cabellos of Club Sporting Cristal with a +-4.2% ASC (81.4% value vs 85.7% players in 21-23 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-4.2% ASC means the player captures -4.2% 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 | Élan Ricardo Club Athletico Paranaense | 21-23 | 81.4% | 85.7% | -4.2% |
| #2 | Lorenzo Scipioni Olympiacos Piraeus | 21-23 | 81.4% | 85.7% | -4.2% |
| #3 | Catriel Cabellos Club Sporting Cristal | 21-23 | 81.4% | 85.7% | -4.2% |
| #4 | Tomás O'Connor CA Rosario Central | 21-23 | 81.4% | 85.7% | -4.2% |
| #5 | Breno Bidon Sport Club Corinthians Paulista | 21-23 | 81.4% | 85.7% | -4.2% |
| #6 | Mahamadou Doumbia Al-Ittihad Club | 21-23 | 81.4% | 85.7% | -4.2% |
| #7 | Ramiro Peralta CA Juventud | 21-23 | 81.4% | 85.7% | -4.2% |
| #8 | Christian Ordóñez Parma Calcio 1913 | 21-23 | 81.4% | 85.7% | -4.2% |
| #9 | Yaya Fofana Stade Reims | 21-23 | 81.4% | 85.7% | -4.2% |
| #10 | Jhojan Torres Independiente Santa Fe | 21-23 | 81.4% | 85.7% | -4.2% |
| #11 | Mario Dorgeles SC Braga | 21-23 | 81.4% | 85.7% | -4.2% |
| #12 | Mahamadou Diawara Royal Antwerp FC | 21-23 | 81.4% | 85.7% | -4.2% |
| #13 | Mateo Flores FC Arouca | 21-23 | 81.4% | 85.7% | -4.2% |
| #14 | Mathias de Amorim FC Famalicão | 21-23 | 81.4% | 85.7% | -4.2% |
| #15 | Marcos Peña FC Famalicão | 21-23 | 81.4% | 85.7% | -4.2% |
| #16 | Kauan Atlético Clube Goianiense | 21-23 | 81.4% | 85.7% | -4.2% |
| #17 | Arthur Avom FC Lorient | 21-23 | 81.4% | 85.7% | -4.2% |
| #18 | JP Avaí FC | 21-23 | 81.4% | 85.7% | -4.2% |
| #19 | Gustavo Neves Red Bull Bragantino | 21-23 | 81.4% | 85.7% | -4.2% |
| #20 | Sebastián Santos Club León FC | 21-23 | 81.4% | 85.7% | -4.2% |
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: 15 immediate targets, 236 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.
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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 €1.4M. 0 undervalued, 20 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Tom Bischof Bayern Munich | €30.0M | €2.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Senny Mayulu Paris Saint-Germain | €15.0M | €2.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Christos Mouzakitis Olympiacos Piraeus | €15.0M | €2.5M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Matvey Kislyak CSKA Moscow | €16.0M | €2.5M | -0.86 | Good Value |
Julius Beck SK Sturm Graz | €650K | €2.5M | -0.84 | Good Value |
Théo Zidane Córdoba CF | €600K | €2.5M | -0.82 | Good Value |
Mathijs Tielemans Excelsior Rotterdam | €600K | €2.5M | -0.82 | Good Value |
Ibrahima Fofana Hammarby IF | €600K | €2.5M | -0.82 | Good Value |
Tobias Lauritsen Vejle Boldklub | €600K | €2.5M | -0.82 | Good Value |
Mauricio Amaro Defensor Sporting Club | €700K | €2.5M | -0.81 | Good Value |
Daniel Kelly Millwall FC | €700K | €2.5M | -0.81 | Good Value |
Ramiro Peralta CA Juventud | €650K | €2.5M | -0.77 | Good Value |
Andrés Romero CA Boston River | €650K | €2.5M | -0.77 | Good Value |
Noah Nartey Bröndby IF | €5.0M | €2.5M | -0.75 | Good Value |
Ethan Mbappé LOSC Lille | €5.0M | €2.5M | -0.75 | Good Value |
Andreas Verstraeten Royal Antwerp FC | €800K | €2.5M | -0.75 | Good Value |
Catriel Cabellos Club Sporting Cristal | €700K | €2.5M | -0.73 | Good Value |
Tobías Leiva CA Aldosivi | €700K | €2.5M | -0.73 | Good Value |
David Kruse IFK Göteborg | €700K | €2.5M | -0.73 | Good Value |
Flavio Paoletti Mantova 1911 | €700K | €2.5M | -0.73 | Good Value |