Best U23 Young Midfielders in the Serie A
20 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Best Young Midfielders in the Serie A (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Market Overview: Serie A Young Midfielders 2022-23
Our database tracked 20 Serie A Young Midfielders in the 2022-23 season, representing 13 clubs with a combined market value of €180.5M. The average market value for Serie A Young Midfielders was €9.0M, with the average age at 22 years old.
The most valuable young midfielder in the Serie A was Yunus Musah, worth €18.0M and played for Atalanta BC at 23 years old. The top 5 Young Midfielders averaged €15.8M in market value, including Andy Diouf and Arthur Atta.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young midfielder was Lennon Miller (19 years, Udinese Calcio, €8.0M), while the oldest was Yunus Musah (23 years, Atalanta BC, €18.0M). Research shows Young Midfielders typically peak at age 26-27.
Historical analysis showed 20 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 Serie A market for Young Midfielders remained actively developing with emerging talent 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.
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Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Serie A Young Midfielders. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 13 clubs with €180.5M combined value.
Age Distribution: Serie A Young Midfielders
The Serie A CM market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (18 players, 90% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €167.5M, averaging €9.3M per player.
Top Young Midfielders by Age Bracket
U21 Years (2 players)
21-23 Years (18 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 2 Young Midfielders (10% of players) control €36.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with high (€15-30m) tier representing 15% of the Serie A CM pool.
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Serie A Young Midfielders
Among 13 Serie A clubs, Udinese Calcio leads with 2 Young Midfielders worth €23.0M (averaging €11.5M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 85% of tracked Young Midfielders.
Udinese Calcio (2 Young Midfielders)
Torino FC (3 Young Midfielders)
US Sassuolo (2 Young Midfielders)
Atalanta BC (1 Young Midfielders)
Player Rankings
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Yunus Musah
Atalanta BC • 23 years old
€15.6M
€18.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €19.3M
72.7
Andy Diouf
Inter Milan • 23 years old
€15.6M
€18.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €19.3M
72.7
Arthur Atta
Udinese Calcio • 23 years old
€13.0M
€15.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €16.1M
70.4
Cesare Casadei
Torino FC • 23 years old
€12.1M
€14.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €15.0M
69.6
Ismaël Koné
US Sassuolo • 23 years old
€12.1M
€14.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €15.0M
69.6
Fabio Miretti
Juventus FC • 22 years old
€12.1M
€14.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €14.8M
69.0
Niccolò Pisilli
AS Roma • 21 years old
€10.4M
€12.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €13.2M
66.4
Jacopo Fazzini
ACF Fiorentina • 23 years old
€7.8M
€9.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €9.6M
60.5
Warren Bondo
US Cremonese • 22 years old
€7.4M
€8.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €9.0M
59.2
Aster Vranckx
US Sassuolo • 23 years old
€6.1M
€7.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €7.5M
57.4
Lennon Miller
Udinese Calcio • 19 years old
€6.9M
€8.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €9.5M
56.6
Christian Ordóñez
Parma Calcio 1913 • 21 years old
€5.6M
€6.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €7.2M
55.2
Ebenezer Akinsanmiro
Pisa Sporting Club • 21 years old
€5.6M
€6.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €7.2M
55.2
Medon Berisha
US Lecce • 22 years old
€5.2M
€6.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €6.4M
54.8
Gvidas Gineitis
Torino FC • 22 years old
€4.8M
€5.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.8M
53.7
Cher Ndour
ACF Fiorentina • 21 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.5M
52.0
İsak Vural
Pisa Sporting Club • 20 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.7M
51.3
Benja Cremaschi
Parma Calcio 1913 • 21 years old
€3.9M
€4.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.0M
50.6
Amorim
Genoa CFC • 21 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.8M
39.7
Emirhan İlkhan
Torino FC • 22 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.6M
34.0
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)
Atalanta BC's Yunus Musah at 23 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 2.12×. That means Yunus Musah is valued 2.12× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Inter Milan's Andy Diouf, who is 23 years old, with a 2.12× PPVE. Third is Arthur Atta of Udinese Calcio, who is 23 years old with a 1.76× 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 2.12× means the player is worth 112% 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 | Yunus Musah Atalanta BC | 23 | 21-23 | €18.0M | €8.5M | 2.12× |
| #2 | Andy Diouf Inter Milan | 23 | 21-23 | €18.0M | €8.5M | 2.12× |
| #3 | Arthur Atta Udinese Calcio | 23 | 21-23 | €15.0M | €8.5M | 1.76× |
| #4 | Fabio Miretti Juventus FC | 22 | 21-23 | €14.0M | €8.5M | 1.65× |
| #5 | Cesare Casadei Torino FC | 23 | 21-23 | €14.0M | €8.5M | 1.65× |
| #6 | Ismaël Koné US Sassuolo | 23 | 21-23 | €14.0M | €8.5M | 1.65× |
| #7 | Niccolò Pisilli AS Roma | 21 | 21-23 | €12.0M | €8.5M | 1.41× |
| #8 | Jacopo Fazzini ACF Fiorentina | 23 | 21-23 | €9.0M | €8.5M | 1.06× |
| #9 | Warren Bondo US Cremonese | 22 | 21-23 | €8.5M | €8.5M | 1.00× |
| #10 | Lennon Miller Udinese Calcio | 19 | U21 | €8.0M | €8.0M | 1.00× |
| #11 | Aster Vranckx US Sassuolo | 23 | 21-23 | €7.0M | €8.5M | 0.82× |
| #12 | Christian Ordóñez Parma Calcio 1913 | 21 | 21-23 | €6.5M | €8.5M | 0.76× |
| #13 | Ebenezer Akinsanmiro Pisa Sporting Club | 21 | 21-23 | €6.5M | €8.5M | 0.76× |
| #14 | Medon Berisha US Lecce | 22 | 21-23 | €6.0M | €8.5M | 0.71× |
| #15 | Gvidas Gineitis Torino FC | 22 | 21-23 | €5.5M | €8.5M | 0.65× |
| #16 | İsak Vural Pisa Sporting Club | 20 | U21 | €5.0M | €8.0M | 0.63× |
| #17 | Cher Ndour ACF Fiorentina | 21 | 21-23 | €5.0M | €8.5M | 0.59× |
| #18 | Benja Cremaschi Parma Calcio 1913 | 21 | 21-23 | €4.5M | €8.5M | 0.53× |
| #19 | Amorim Genoa CFC | 21 | 21-23 | €2.5M | €8.5M | 0.29× |
| #20 | Emirhan İlkhan Torino FC | 22 | 21-23 | €1.5M | €8.5M | 0.18× |
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)
Udinese Calcio's Lennon Miller at 19 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +40%. That means Lennon Miller is projected to appreciate 40% as they reach their peak age in 7 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Pisa Sporting Club's İsak Vural, who is 20 years old, with a +35% RPP (6 years to peak). Third is Benja Cremaschi of Parma Calcio 1913, who is 21 years old with a +30% RPP (5 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 | Lennon Miller Udinese Calcio | 19 | 7 | €8.0M | €13.3M | +40% |
| #2 | İsak Vural Pisa Sporting Club | 20 | 6 | €5.0M | €7.7M | +35% |
| #3 | Benja Cremaschi Parma Calcio 1913 | 21 | 5 | €4.5M | €6.5M | +30% |
| #4 | Christian Ordóñez Parma Calcio 1913 | 21 | 5 | €6.5M | €9.3M | +30% |
| #5 | Amorim Genoa CFC | 21 | 5 | €2.5M | €3.6M | +30% |
| #6 | Cher Ndour ACF Fiorentina | 21 | 5 | €5.0M | €7.2M | +30% |
| #7 | Ebenezer Akinsanmiro Pisa Sporting Club | 21 | 5 | €6.5M | €9.3M | +30% |
| #8 | Niccolò Pisilli AS Roma | 21 | 5 | €12.0M | €17.2M | +30% |
| #9 | Fabio Miretti Juventus FC | 22 | 4 | €14.0M | €18.7M | +25% |
| #10 | Gvidas Gineitis Torino FC | 22 | 4 | €5.5M | €7.4M | +25% |
| #11 | Warren Bondo US Cremonese | 22 | 4 | €8.5M | €11.4M | +25% |
| #12 | Medon Berisha US Lecce | 22 | 4 | €6.0M | €8.0M | +25% |
| #13 | Emirhan İlkhan Torino FC | 22 | 4 | €1.5M | €2.0M | +25% |
| #14 | Yunus Musah Atalanta BC | 23 | 3 | €18.0M | €22.4M | +20% |
| #15 | Jacopo Fazzini ACF Fiorentina | 23 | 3 | €9.0M | €11.2M | +20% |
| #16 | Andy Diouf Inter Milan | 23 | 3 | €18.0M | €22.4M | +20% |
| #17 | Aster Vranckx US Sassuolo | 23 | 3 | €7.0M | €8.7M | +20% |
| #18 | Cesare Casadei Torino FC | 23 | 3 | €14.0M | €17.4M | +20% |
| #19 | Ismaël Koné US Sassuolo | 23 | 3 | €14.0M | €17.4M | +20% |
| #20 | Arthur Atta Udinese Calcio | 23 | 3 | €15.0M | €18.6M | +20% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Udinese Calcio's Lennon Miller has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 58.0. That means Lennon Miller has 19% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Pisa Sporting Club's İsak Vural with a 46.3 RAU (15% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Amorim of Genoa CFC with a 33.7 RAU (10% 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 | Lennon Miller Udinese Calcio | €9.5M | €8.2M-10.8M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #2 | İsak Vural Pisa Sporting Club | €5.7M | €4.9M-6.5M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #3 | Amorim Genoa CFC | €2.8M | €2.4M-3.1M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #4 | Cher Ndour ACF Fiorentina | €5.5M | €4.8M-6.3M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #5 | Niccolò Pisilli AS Roma | €13.2M | €11.4M-15.1M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #6 | Christian Ordóñez Parma Calcio 1913 | €7.2M | €6.2M-8.2M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #7 | Ebenezer Akinsanmiro Pisa Sporting Club | €7.2M | €6.2M-8.2M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #8 | Benja Cremaschi Parma Calcio 1913 | €5.0M | €4.3M-5.6M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #9 | Arthur Atta Udinese Calcio | €16.1M | €14.1M-18.0M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #10 | Yunus Musah Atalanta BC | €19.3M | €17.0M-21.6M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #11 | Jacopo Fazzini ACF Fiorentina | €9.6M | €8.5M-10.8M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #12 | Andy Diouf Inter Milan | €19.3M | €17.0M-21.6M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #13 | Aster Vranckx US Sassuolo | €7.5M | €6.6M-8.4M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #14 | Cesare Casadei Torino FC | €15.0M | €13.2M-16.8M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #15 | Ismaël Koné US Sassuolo | €15.0M | €13.2M-16.8M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #16 | Fabio Miretti Juventus FC | €14.8M | €13.0M-16.6M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #17 | Gvidas Gineitis Torino FC | €5.8M | €5.1M-6.5M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #18 | Medon Berisha US Lecce | €6.4M | €5.6M-7.1M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #19 | Emirhan İlkhan Torino FC | €1.6M | €1.4M-1.8M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #20 | Warren Bondo US Cremonese | €9.0M | €7.9M-10.1M | +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 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)
Parma Calcio 1913's Christian Ordóñez in the 21-23 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +2.8%. That means Yunus Musah captures 92.8% of total market value while representing only 90.0% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.
In second is Genoa CFC's Amorim with a +2.8% ASC (92.8% value share vs 90.0% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Aster Vranckx of US Sassuolo with a +2.8% ASC (92.8% value vs 90.0% players in 21-23 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +2.8% ASC means the player captures 2.8% 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 | Christian Ordóñez Parma Calcio 1913 | 21-23 | 92.8% | 90.0% | +2.8% |
| #2 | Amorim Genoa CFC | 21-23 | 92.8% | 90.0% | +2.8% |
| #3 | Aster Vranckx US Sassuolo | 21-23 | 92.8% | 90.0% | +2.8% |
| #4 | Yunus Musah Atalanta BC | 21-23 | 92.8% | 90.0% | +2.8% |
| #5 | Fabio Miretti Juventus FC | 21-23 | 92.8% | 90.0% | +2.8% |
| #6 | Medon Berisha US Lecce | 21-23 | 92.8% | 90.0% | +2.8% |
| #7 | Cesare Casadei Torino FC | 21-23 | 92.8% | 90.0% | +2.8% |
| #8 | Cher Ndour ACF Fiorentina | 21-23 | 92.8% | 90.0% | +2.8% |
| #9 | Warren Bondo US Cremonese | 21-23 | 92.8% | 90.0% | +2.8% |
| #10 | Jacopo Fazzini ACF Fiorentina | 21-23 | 92.8% | 90.0% | +2.8% |
| #11 | Andy Diouf Inter Milan | 21-23 | 92.8% | 90.0% | +2.8% |
| #12 | Emirhan İlkhan Torino FC | 21-23 | 92.8% | 90.0% | +2.8% |
| #13 | Gvidas Gineitis Torino FC | 21-23 | 92.8% | 90.0% | +2.8% |
| #14 | Niccolò Pisilli AS Roma | 21-23 | 92.8% | 90.0% | +2.8% |
| #15 | Arthur Atta Udinese Calcio | 21-23 | 92.8% | 90.0% | +2.8% |
| #16 | Ismaël Koné US Sassuolo | 21-23 | 92.8% | 90.0% | +2.8% |
| #17 | Ebenezer Akinsanmiro Pisa Sporting Club | 21-23 | 92.8% | 90.0% | +2.8% |
| #18 | Benja Cremaschi Parma Calcio 1913 | 21-23 | 92.8% | 90.0% | +2.8% |
| #19 | Lennon Miller Udinese Calcio | U21 | 7.2% | 10.0% | -2.8% |
| #20 | İsak Vural Pisa Sporting Club | U21 | 7.2% | 10.0% | -2.8% |
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, 19 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.
BUY NOW - 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 €18.0M. 0 undervalued, 0 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Arthur Atta Udinese Calcio | €15.0M | €8.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
İsak Vural Pisa Sporting Club | €5.0M | €8.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Cher Ndour ACF Fiorentina | €5.0M | €8.0M | -0.47 | Fair Value |
Gvidas Gineitis Torino FC | €5.5M | €8.0M | -0.40 | Fair Value |
Medon Berisha US Lecce | €6.0M | €8.0M | -0.33 | Fair Value |
Emirhan İlkhan Torino FC | €1.5M | €8.0M | -0.33 | Fair Value |
Christian Ordóñez Parma Calcio 1913 | €6.5M | €8.0M | -0.27 | Fair Value |
Ebenezer Akinsanmiro Pisa Sporting Club | €6.5M | €8.0M | -0.27 | Fair Value |
Aster Vranckx US Sassuolo | €7.0M | €8.0M | -0.20 | Fair Value |
Amorim Genoa CFC | €2.5M | €8.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Yunus Musah Atalanta BC | €18.0M | €8.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Warren Bondo US Cremonese | €8.5M | €8.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Andy Diouf Inter Milan | €18.0M | €8.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Lennon Miller Udinese Calcio | €8.0M | €8.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Jacopo Fazzini ACF Fiorentina | €9.0M | €8.0M | +0.07 | Fair Value |
Niccolò Pisilli AS Roma | €12.0M | €8.0M | +0.47 | Fair Value |
Benja Cremaschi Parma Calcio 1913 | €4.5M | €8.0M | +0.67 | Above Market |
Fabio Miretti Juventus FC | €14.0M | €8.0M | +0.73 | Above Market |
Cesare Casadei Torino FC | €14.0M | €8.0M | +0.73 | Above Market |
Ismaël Koné US Sassuolo | €14.0M | €8.0M | +0.73 | Above Market |