Best U23 Young Right-Backs in the Scottish Premiership
222 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Best Young Right-Backs in the Scottish Premiership (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Market Overview: Scottish Premiership Young Right-Backs 2025-26
Our database tracks 222 Scottish Premiership Young Right-Backs in the 2025-26 season, representing 194 clubs with a combined market value of €813.5M. The average market value for Scottish Premiership Young Right-Backs is €3.7M, with the average age at 22 years old.
The most valuable young right-back in the Scottish Premiership is Tino Livramento, worth €40.0M and playing for Newcastle United at 23 years old. The top 5 Young Right-Backs average €35.0M in market value, including Malo Gusto and Wesley.
Age distribution shows the youngest tracked young right-back is Semm Renders (18 years, Royal Antwerp FC, €1.2M), while the oldest is Tino Livramento (23 years, Newcastle United, €40.0M). Research shows Young Right-Backs typically peak at age 27.
Our 1-year forecast model projects 222 Young Right-Backs (100%) will increase in market value over the next 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Scottish Premiership market for Young Right-Backs remains highly competitive with significant transfer activity expected in the 2025-26 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 Right-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 194 clubs with €813.5M combined value.
Age Distribution: Scottish Premiership Young Right-Backs
The Scottish Premiership RB market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (184 players, 83% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €701.9M, averaging €3.8M per player.
Top Young Right-Backs by Age Bracket
U21 Years (38 players)
21-23 Years (184 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 23 Young Right-Backs (10% of players) control €468.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with premium (€30-50m) tier representing 2% of the Scottish Premiership RB pool.
Premium (€30-50M)
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Club Distribution: Scottish Premiership Young Right-Backs
Among 194 Scottish Premiership clubs, Chelsea FC leads with 2 Young Right-Backs worth €55.0M (averaging €27.5M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 6% of tracked Young Right-Backs.
Chelsea FC (2 Young Right-Backs)
AS Roma (3 Young Right-Backs)
Newcastle United (1 Young Right-Backs)
Manchester City (1 Young Right-Backs)
Player Rankings
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Tino Livramento
Newcastle United • 23 years old
€34.6M
€40.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €44.6M
86.2
Malo Gusto
Chelsea FC • 23 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €39.0M
84.7
Wesley
AS Roma • 22 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €38.6M
84.0
Rico Lewis
Manchester City • 21 years old
€30.3M
€35.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €40.2M
83.5
Conor Bradley
Liverpool FC • 22 years old
€25.9M
€30.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €31.8M
78.6
Michael Kayode
Brentford FC • 21 years old
€23.4M
€27.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €29.8M
76.5
Marco Palestra
Cagliari Calcio • 21 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €27.6M
75.6
Givairo Read
Feyenoord Rotterdam • 20 years old
€21.6M
€25.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €28.7M
74.7
Guela Doué
RC Strasbourg Alsace • 23 years old
€15.6M
€18.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €19.3M
72.7
Josh Acheampong
Chelsea FC • 20 years old
€17.3M
€20.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €22.9M
72.4
Álex Jiménez
AFC Bournemouth • 21 years old
€15.6M
€18.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €19.8M
71.5
Brooke Norton-Cuffy
Genoa CFC • 22 years old
€13.8M
€16.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €16.9M
70.6
Jon Aramburu
Real Sociedad • 23 years old
€13.0M
€15.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €16.1M
70.4
Nicolò Savona
Nottingham Forest • 23 years old
€13.0M
€15.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €16.1M
70.4
Omar El Hilali
RCD Espanyol Barcelona • 22 years old
€13.0M
€15.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €15.9M
70.0
Juanlu Sánchez
Sevilla FC • 22 years old
€13.0M
€15.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €15.9M
69.8
Alberto Costa
FC Porto • 22 years old
€13.0M
€15.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €15.9M
69.5
Tiago Santos
LOSC Lille • 23 years old
€10.4M
€12.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €12.8M
67.7
Iván Fresneda
Sporting CP • 21 years old
€10.4M
€12.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €13.2M
66.1
Agustín Giay
Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras • 22 years old
€9.5M
€11.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €11.6M
65.7
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)
Newcastle United's Tino Livramento at 23 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 33.33×. That means Tino Livramento is valued 33.33× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Feyenoord Rotterdam's Givairo Read, who is 20 years old, with a 31.25× PPVE. Third is Malo Gusto of Chelsea FC, who is 23 years old with a 29.17× 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 33.33× means the player is worth 3233% 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 | Tino Livramento Newcastle United | 23 | 21-23 | €40.0M | €1.2M | 33.33× |
| #2 | Givairo Read Feyenoord Rotterdam | 20 | U21 | €25.0M | €800K | 31.25× |
| #3 | Malo Gusto Chelsea FC | 23 | 21-23 | €35.0M | €1.2M | 29.17× |
| #4 | Rico Lewis Manchester City | 21 | 21-23 | €35.0M | €1.2M | 29.17× |
| #5 | Wesley AS Roma | 22 | 21-23 | €35.0M | €1.2M | 29.17× |
| #6 | Josh Acheampong Chelsea FC | 20 | U21 | €20.0M | €800K | 25.00× |
| #7 | Conor Bradley Liverpool FC | 22 | 21-23 | €30.0M | €1.2M | 25.00× |
| #8 | Michael Kayode Brentford FC | 21 | 21-23 | €27.0M | €1.2M | 22.50× |
| #9 | Marco Palestra Cagliari Calcio | 21 | 21-23 | €25.0M | €1.2M | 20.83× |
| #10 | Guela Doué RC Strasbourg Alsace | 23 | 21-23 | €18.0M | €1.2M | 15.00× |
| #11 | Álex Jiménez AFC Bournemouth | 21 | 21-23 | €18.0M | €1.2M | 15.00× |
| #12 | Martim Fernandes FC Porto | 20 | U21 | €12.0M | €800K | 15.00× |
| #13 | Héctor Fort Elche CF | 19 | U21 | €12.0M | €800K | 15.00× |
| #14 | Brooke Norton-Cuffy Genoa CFC | 22 | 21-23 | €16.0M | €1.2M | 13.33× |
| #15 | Jon Aramburu Real Sociedad | 23 | 21-23 | €15.0M | €1.2M | 12.50× |
| #16 | Juanlu Sánchez Sevilla FC | 22 | 21-23 | €15.0M | €1.2M | 12.50× |
| #17 | Nicolò Savona Nottingham Forest | 23 | 21-23 | €15.0M | €1.2M | 12.50× |
| #18 | Omar El Hilali RCD Espanyol Barcelona | 22 | 21-23 | €15.0M | €1.2M | 12.50× |
| #19 | Alberto Costa FC Porto | 22 | 21-23 | €15.0M | €1.2M | 12.50× |
| #20 | Tiago Santos LOSC Lille | 23 | 21-23 | €12.0M | €1.2M | 10.00× |
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)
Los Angeles Galaxy's Harbor Miller at 18 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +44%. That means Harbor Miller is projected to appreciate 44% as they reach their peak age in 8 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is SL Benfica B's Daniel Banjaqui, who is 18 years old, with a +44% RPP (8 years to peak). Third is Semm Renders of Royal Antwerp FC, who is 18 years old with a +44% RPP (8 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 | Harbor Miller Los Angeles Galaxy | 18 | 8 | €350K | €625K | +44% |
| #2 | Daniel Banjaqui SL Benfica B | 18 | 8 | €1.0M | €1.8M | +44% |
| #3 | Semm Renders Royal Antwerp FC | 18 | 8 | €1.2M | €2.1M | +44% |
| #4 | Davis Opoku Oud-Heverlee Leuven | 18 | 8 | €500K | €894K | +44% |
| #5 | Buba Sangaré AS Roma | 18 | 8 | €1.0M | €1.8M | +44% |
| #6 | Gilles De Meyer KAA Gent | 19 | 7 | €500K | €831K | +40% |
| #7 | Caleb Kporha Crystal Palace | 19 | 7 | €1.0M | €1.7M | +40% |
| #8 | Noa Mikic GNK Dinamo Zagreb | 19 | 7 | €400K | €665K | +40% |
| #9 | Aleksandr Guboglo CF Montréal | 19 | 7 | €500K | €831K | +40% |
| #10 | Pedro Lima Wolverhampton Wanderers | 19 | 7 | €4.0M | €6.6M | +40% |
| #11 | Hüseyin Maldar Pendikspor | 19 | 7 | €700K | €1.2M | +40% |
| #12 | Sebastián Arancibia CD Universidad Católica | 19 | 7 | €700K | €1.2M | +40% |
| #13 | Mattia Mannini SS Juve Stabia | 19 | 7 | €1.0M | €1.7M | +40% |
| #14 | Filip Taraba NK Istra 1961 | 19 | 7 | €400K | €665K | +40% |
| #15 | Oğuzhan Yılmaz Sariyerspor | 19 | 7 | €375K | €623K | +40% |
| #16 | Escleizon Freita Bolívar La Paz | 19 | 7 | €750K | €1.2M | +40% |
| #17 | Héctor Fort Elche CF | 19 | 7 | €12.0M | €19.9M | +40% |
| #18 | JP Chermont Santos FC | 20 | 6 | €3.0M | €4.6M | +35% |
| #19 | Kadu Santos Botafogo FR U20 | 20 | 6 | €350K | €541K | +35% |
| #20 | Hjalte Bidstrup Viborg FF | 20 | 6 | €750K | €1.2M | +35% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
SL Benfica B's Daniel Banjaqui has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 68.9. That means Buba Sangaré has 23% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Oud-Heverlee Leuven's Davis Opoku with a 68.9 RAU (23% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Buba Sangaré of AS Roma with a 68.9 RAU (23% 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 | Daniel Banjaqui SL Benfica B | €1.2M | €1.1M-1.4M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #2 | Davis Opoku Oud-Heverlee Leuven | €617K | €532K-703K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #3 | Buba Sangaré AS Roma | €1.2M | €1.1M-1.4M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #4 | Semm Renders Royal Antwerp FC | €1.5M | €1.3M-1.7M | +23% | 68.9 |
| #5 | Harbor Miller Los Angeles Galaxy | €432K | €373K-492K | +23% | 68.9 |
| #6 | Hüseyin Maldar Pendikspor | €833K | €718K-949K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #7 | Sebastián Arancibia CD Universidad Católica | €833K | €718K-949K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #8 | Gilles De Meyer KAA Gent | €595K | €513K-678K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #9 | Caleb Kporha Crystal Palace | €1.2M | €1.0M-1.4M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #10 | Aleksandr Guboglo CF Montréal | €595K | €513K-678K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #11 | Pedro Lima Wolverhampton Wanderers | €4.8M | €4.1M-5.4M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #12 | Mattia Mannini SS Juve Stabia | €1.2M | €1.0M-1.4M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #13 | Oğuzhan Yılmaz Sariyerspor | €447K | €385K-508K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #14 | Escleizon Freita Bolívar La Paz | €893K | €770K-1.0M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #15 | Héctor Fort Elche CF | €14.3M | €12.3M-16.3M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #16 | Noa Mikic GNK Dinamo Zagreb | €476K | €411K-542K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #17 | Filip Taraba NK Istra 1961 | €476K | €411K-542K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #18 | Rico Lewis Manchester City | €40.2M | €34.6M-45.7M | +15% | 46.6 |
| #19 | Sebastian Altamirano The Strongest La Paz | €573K | €494K-652K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #20 | Leandro Santos Moreirense FC | €1.1M | €988K-1.3M | +15% | 46.3 |
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 right-back 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)
Chelsea FC's Josh Acheampong in the U21 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-3.4%. That means Givairo Read captures 13.7% of total market value while representing only 17.1% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.
In second is KAA Gent's Gilles De Meyer with a +-3.4% ASC (13.7% value share vs 17.1% player share in U21 bracket). Third is Harbor Miller of Los Angeles Galaxy with a +-3.4% ASC (13.7% value vs 17.1% players in U21 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-3.4% ASC means the player captures -3.4% 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 | Josh Acheampong Chelsea FC | U21 | 13.7% | 17.1% | -3.4% |
| #2 | Gilles De Meyer KAA Gent | U21 | 13.7% | 17.1% | -3.4% |
| #3 | Harbor Miller Los Angeles Galaxy | U21 | 13.7% | 17.1% | -3.4% |
| #4 | Sabil Hansen Randers FC | U21 | 13.7% | 17.1% | -3.4% |
| #5 | Yoram Zague KAS Eupen | U21 | 13.7% | 17.1% | -3.4% |
| #6 | Caleb Kporha Crystal Palace | U21 | 13.7% | 17.1% | -3.4% |
| #7 | Oğuzhan Yılmaz Sariyerspor | U21 | 13.7% | 17.1% | -3.4% |
| #8 | JP Chermont Santos FC | U21 | 13.7% | 17.1% | -3.4% |
| #9 | Kadu Santos Botafogo FR U20 | U21 | 13.7% | 17.1% | -3.4% |
| #10 | José Silva Sporting CP B | U21 | 13.7% | 17.1% | -3.4% |
| #11 | Noa Mikic GNK Dinamo Zagreb | U21 | 13.7% | 17.1% | -3.4% |
| #12 | Aleksandr Guboglo CF Montréal | U21 | 13.7% | 17.1% | -3.4% |
| #13 | Felipe Faúndez CD O'Higgins | U21 | 13.7% | 17.1% | -3.4% |
| #14 | Sebastian Altamirano The Strongest La Paz | U21 | 13.7% | 17.1% | -3.4% |
| #15 | Daniel Banjaqui SL Benfica B | U21 | 13.7% | 17.1% | -3.4% |
| #16 | Leandro Santos Moreirense FC | U21 | 13.7% | 17.1% | -3.4% |
| #17 | Semm Renders Royal Antwerp FC | U21 | 13.7% | 17.1% | -3.4% |
| #18 | Pedro Lima Wolverhampton Wanderers | U21 | 13.7% | 17.1% | -3.4% |
| #19 | Davis Opoku Oud-Heverlee Leuven | U21 | 13.7% | 17.1% | -3.4% |
| #20 | Hüseyin Maldar Pendikspor | U21 | 13.7% | 17.1% | -3.4% |
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: 17 immediate targets, 205 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
WATCH LIST - High Upside
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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 €900K. 1 undervalued, 18 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Elias Baum Eintracht Frankfurt | €5.0M | €1.0M | -1.75 | Undervalued |
Josh Acheampong Chelsea FC | €20.0M | €1.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Kosta Nedeljkovic RB Leipzig | €8.0M | €1.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Harbor Miller Los Angeles Galaxy | €350K | €1.0M | -0.70 | Good Value |
Kadu Santos Botafogo FR U20 | €350K | €1.0M | -0.70 | Good Value |
Oğuzhan Yılmaz Sariyerspor | €375K | €1.0M | -0.65 | Good Value |
Noa Mikic GNK Dinamo Zagreb | €400K | €1.0M | -0.60 | Good Value |
Lasse Flø Vejle Boldklub | €400K | €1.0M | -0.60 | Good Value |
Filip Taraba NK Istra 1961 | €400K | €1.0M | -0.60 | Good Value |
Pau Navarro Villarreal CF | €5.0M | €1.0M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Anton Gaaei Ajax Amsterdam | €5.0M | €1.0M | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Nahuel Arias CA San Lorenzo de Almagro | €350K | €1.0M | -0.43 | Fair Value |
Bayron Duarte Querétaro FC | €350K | €1.0M | -0.43 | Fair Value |
Daniel Eid Real Oruro | €350K | €1.0M | -0.43 | Fair Value |
Yegor Popravka Kolos Kovalivka | €350K | €1.0M | -0.43 | Fair Value |
Sebastián Yánez Dorados de Sinaloa | €350K | €1.0M | -0.43 | Fair Value |
Erdem Gökçe Pendikspor | €350K | €1.0M | -0.43 | Fair Value |
Filip Kruselj Slaven Belupo Koprivnica | €350K | €1.0M | -0.43 | Fair Value |
Carlitos Rodriguez Club Always Ready | €375K | €1.0M | -0.42 | Fair Value |
Roberto Diez Club Deportivo Oriente Petrolero | €375K | €1.0M | -0.42 | Fair Value |