Best U23 Young Players in the Süper Lig
116 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Best Young Players in the Süper Lig (Sep 2026)
113 players tracked across 23 clubs. Updated September 2026.
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Market Overview: Süper Lig Young Players 2026-27
Our database tracked 113 Süper Lig Young Players in the 2026-27 season, representing 23 clubs with a combined market value of €285.0M. The average market value for Süper Lig Young Players was €2.5M, with the average age at 22 years old.
The most valuable young player in the Süper Lig was Christ Inao Oulaï, worth €23.0M and played for Trabzonspor at 20 years old. The top 5 Young Players averaged €15.0M in market value, including Jhon Durán and Felipe Augusto.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young player was Ousmane Diabate (18 years, Gençlerbirliği Spor Kulübü, €1.0M), while the oldest was Wagner Pina (23 years, Trabzonspor, €11.0M). Research shows Young Players typically peak at age 26.
Historical analysis showed 82 Young Players (73%) increased in market value over the following 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, then-current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Süper Lig market for Young Players remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2026-27 season.
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Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Süper Lig Young Players. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 23 clubs with €285.0M combined value.
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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.
Christ Inao Oulaï
Trabzonspor • 20 years old
€19.9M
€23.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €25.4M
73.7
Jhon Durán
Fenerbahce • 22 years old
€13.0M
€15.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €15.8M
70.2
Felipe Augusto
Trabzonspor • 22 years old
€13.0M
€15.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €15.8M
70.2
Wagner Pina
Trabzonspor • 23 years old
€9.5M
€11.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €10.7M
66.4
Semih Kılıçsoy
Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü • 21 years old
€9.5M
€11.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €11.6M
65.5
Chibuike Nwaiwu
Trabzonspor • 23 years old
€8.6M
€10.0M
+15.6%
61.6
Emersonn
Göztepe • 22 years old
€6.9M
€8.0M
+15.6%
58.8
Anthony Dennis
Göztepe • 22 years old
€6.9M
€8.0M
+15.6%
57.9
Demir Ege Tıknaz
Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü • 22 years old
€6.9M
€8.0M
+15.6%
57.9
Abbosbek Fayzullaev
Basaksehir FK • 22 years old
€6.1M
€7.0M
+15.6%
57.1
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Sign up freeChrist Inao Oulaï
Trabzonspor · 20 years old
73.7
ASI
Current Value
€23.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€21.6M - €29.1M
Jhon Durán
Fenerbahce · 22 years old
70.2
ASI
Current Value
€15.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€13.0M - €18.7M
Felipe Augusto
Trabzonspor · 22 years old
70.2
ASI
Current Value
€15.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€13.0M - €18.7M
Wagner Pina
Trabzonspor · 23 years old
66.4
ASI
Current Value
€11.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€9.6M - €11.7M
Semih Kılıçsoy
Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü · 21 years old
65.5
ASI
Current Value
€11.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
€9.2M - €14.0M
Chibuike Nwaiwu
Trabzonspor · 23 years old
61.6
ASI
Current Value
€10.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Emersonn
Göztepe · 22 years old
58.8
ASI
Current Value
€8.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Anthony Dennis
Göztepe · 22 years old
57.9
ASI
Current Value
€8.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Demir Ege Tıknaz
Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü · 22 years old
57.9
ASI
Current Value
€8.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
Abbosbek Fayzullaev
Basaksehir FK · 22 years old
57.1
ASI
Current Value
€7.0M
% Change
+15.6%
1yr Forecast Range
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Sign up freeAge Distribution: Süper Lig Young Players
The Süper Lig ALL market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (92 players, 81% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €230.7M, averaging €2.5M per player.
Top Young Players by Age Bracket
U21 Years (21 players)
21-23 Years (92 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 12 Young Players (11% of players) control €130.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with high (€15-30m) tier representing 3% of the Süper Lig ALL pool.
High (€15-30M)
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Süper Lig Young Players
Among 23 Süper Lig clubs, Trabzonspor leads with 10 Young Players worth €76.5M (averaging €7.7M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 65% of tracked Young Players.
Trabzonspor (10 Young Players)
Göztepe (7 Young Players)
Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü (8 Young Players)
Fenerbahce (3 Young Players)
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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)
Trabzonspor's Christ Inao Oulaï at 20 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 28.75×. That means Christ Inao Oulaï is valued 28.75× higher than the median player in the U21 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Fenerbahce's Jhon Durán, who is 22 years old, with a 12.50× PPVE. Third is Felipe Augusto of Trabzonspor, who is 22 years old with a 12.50× 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 28.75× means the player is worth 2775% 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 | Christ Inao Oulaï Trabzonspor | 20 | U21 | €23.0M | €800K | 28.75x |
| #2 | Jhon Durán Fenerbahce | 22 | 21-23 | €15.0M | €1.2M | 12.50x |
| #3 | Felipe Augusto Trabzonspor | 22 | 21-23 | €15.0M | €1.2M | 12.50x |
| #4 | Wagner Pina Trabzonspor | 23 | 21-23 | €11.0M | €1.2M | 9.17x |
| #5 | Semih Kılıçsoy Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü | 21 | 21-23 | €11.0M | €1.2M | 9.17x |
| #6 | Chibuike Nwaiwu Trabzonspor | 23 | 21-23 | €10.0M | €1.2M | 8.33x |
| #7 | Renato Nhaga Galatasaray | 19 | U21 | €6.0M | €800K | 7.50x |
| #8 | Anthony Dennis Göztepe | 22 | 21-23 | €8.0M | €1.2M | 6.67x |
| #9 | Emersonn Göztepe | 22 | 21-23 | €8.0M | €1.2M | 6.67x |
| #10 | Demir Ege Tıknaz Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü | 22 | 21-23 | €8.0M | €1.2M | 6.67x |
| #11 | Mustafa Hekimoğlu Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü | 19 | U21 | €5.0M | €800K | 6.25x |
| #12 | Taylan Bulut Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü | 20 | U21 | €5.0M | €800K | 6.25x |
| #13 | Maestro Alanyaspor | 23 | 21-23 | €7.0M | €1.2M | 5.83x |
| #14 | Arda Okan Kurtulan Göztepe | 23 | 21-23 | €7.0M | €1.2M | 5.83x |
| #15 | Abbosbek Fayzullaev Basaksehir FK | 22 | 21-23 | €7.0M | €1.2M | 5.83x |
| #16 | Uchenna Ogundu Alanyaspor | 20 | U21 | €4.0M | €800K | 5.00x |
| #17 | Kacper Kozlowski Gaziantep FK | 22 | 21-23 | €6.0M | €1.2M | 5.00x |
| #18 | Jesurun Rak-Sakyi Caykur Rizespor | 23 | 21-23 | €6.0M | €1.2M | 5.00x |
| #19 | Yiğit Efe Demir Fenerbahce | 22 | 21-23 | €6.0M | €1.2M | 5.00x |
| #20 | Ümit Akdağ Alanyaspor | 22 | 21-23 | €6.0M | €1.2M | 5.00x |
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 Süper Lig Young Players
Our Analytical Strength Index is calibrated specifically for young players, 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 ALL
Historical Achievement Index (35%)
Peak career market value for Süper Lig young players, 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 Süper Lig young players, capturing recent form, injuries, and current performance level. Weighted to reflect age-related depreciation patterns.
Playing Time Utilization (18%)
Midfielders with 2,400+ minutes score highest, indicating regular starting role and sustained performance.
Age-Adjusted Performance Curve (12%)
Midfielders peak at 27 with 6.0%/year decline. Pre-peak players score higher on development trajectory.
Competition Level Adjustment (3%)
Süper Lig 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.
ALL Performance Benchmarks
Peak Age: 27 years (technical skill and tactical awareness)
Decline Rate: Widening steps, not a flat rate: about -5% at 28, -10% at 29, steeper from 30 (technical skills age better than physical attributes)
Optimal Minutes: 2,400-2,500 per season (balance of involvement and recovery)
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 27: +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: ±12-15% confidence interval
Research Foundation
• Dendir (2016): Age-performance curves for young players
• 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 Süper Lig Young Players in the 2026-27 season
Who are the most valuable Young Players in the Süper Lig in 2026-27?
The most valuable young player in the Süper Lig in 2026-27 is Christ Inao Oulaï, who is worth €23.0M and plays for Trabzonspor. The second most valuable is Jhon Durán (€15.0M, Fenerbahce), followed by Felipe Augusto (€15.0M, Trabzonspor). Our database tracks 113 Süper Lig Young Players with comprehensive market valuations updated for the 2026-27 season.
How are Süper Lig Young Players ranked?
Süper Lig Young Players are ranked by our proprietary Analytical Strength Index, which is specifically calibrated for Young Players. 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 Süper Lig 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 Players peak?
How much does it cost to sign a top young player from the Süper Lig?
Transfer fees for Süper Lig Young Players vary significantly based on market value, contract length, and club bargaining position. For the top-ranked young player Christ Inao Oulaï (market value: €23.0M), estimated transfer fees would range from €18.4M to €32.2M 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 Süper Lig transactions.
What is the value forecast for Süper Lig Young Players?
Our 1-year forecast model projects market value changes for Süper Lig Young Players 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-midfielders have ±12-15% volatility. Young players (under 22) and older players (over 32) receive 1.15× uncertainty multipliers due to unpredictable development or decline patterns.
Where does the Süper Lig young player data come from?
Our Süper Lig young player 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 Süper Lig sources and updated monthly for the 2026-27 season to ensure accuracy for recruitment and investment decisions.