Best U23 Young Centre-Backs in the Süper Lig
14 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Best Young Centre-Backs in the Süper Lig (Apr 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Süper Lig Young Centre-Backs 2023-24
Our database tracked 14 Süper Lig Young Centre-Backs in the 2023-24 season, representing 11 clubs with a combined market value of €19.4M. The average market value for Süper Lig Young Centre-Backs was €1.4M, with the average age at 21.4 years old.
The most valuable young centre-back in the Süper Lig was Taha Altıkardeş, worth €5.0M and played for Göztepe at 22 years old. The top 5 Young Centre-Backs averaged €2.8M in market value, including Botond Balogh and Metehan Baltacı.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young centre-back was Arda Ünyay (19 years, Galatasaray, €500K), while the oldest was Botond Balogh (23 years, Kocaelispor, €2.5M). Research shows Young Centre-Backs typically peak at age 27.
Historical analysis showed 14 Young Centre-Backs (100%) 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 Centre-Backs remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2023-24 season.
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Explore Market Size by Position in Süper Lig
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Süper Lig Young Centre-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 11 clubs with €19.4M combined value.
Age Distribution: Süper Lig Young Centre-Backs
The Süper Lig CB market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (10 players, 71% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €16.4M, averaging €1.6M per player.
Top Young Centre-Backs by Age Bracket
U21 Years (4 players)
21-23 Years (10 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 2 Young Centre-Backs (14% of players) control €7.5M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with mid (€5-15m) tier representing 7% of the Süper Lig CB pool.
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Süper Lig Young Centre-Backs
Among 11 Süper Lig clubs, Göztepe leads with 1 Young Centre-Backs worth €5.0M (averaging €5.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 93% of tracked Young Centre-Backs.
Göztepe (1 Young Centre-Backs)
Galatasaray (2 Young Centre-Backs)
Kocaelispor (1 Young Centre-Backs)
Trabzonspor (1 Young Centre-Backs)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Taha Altıkardeş
Göztepe • 22 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.3M
52.3
Botond Balogh
Kocaelispor • 23 years old
€2.2M
€2.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.7M
40.6
Metehan Baltacı
Galatasaray • 23 years old
€1.9M
€2.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.4M
39.1
Serdar Saatçı
Trabzonspor • 23 years old
€1.9M
€2.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.4M
39.1
Hamza Güreler
Basaksehir FK • 20 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.3M
36.0
Yiğit Efe Demir
Fenerbahce • 21 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.7M
33.1
Arif Kocaman
Kayserispor • 22 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
28.6
Ümit Akdağ
Alanyaspor • 22 years old
€778K
€900K
+15.6%
Expected: €953K
27.3
Emir Ortakaya
Eyüpspor • 21 years old
€432K
€500K
+15.6%
Expected: €551K
19.4
Yunus Emre Çift
Samsunspor • 22 years old
€389K
€450K
+15.6%
Expected: €476K
18.7
Arda Ünyay
Galatasaray • 19 years old
€432K
€500K
+15.6%
Expected: €595K
18.2
Taylan Aydın
Kasimpasa • 20 years old
€303K
€350K
+15.6%
Expected: €401K
14.3
Bedirhan Özyurt
Alanyaspor • 23 years old
€173K
€200K
+15.6%
Expected: €214K
9.2
Bedirhan Çetin
Samsunspor • 19 years old
€130K
€150K
+15.6%
Expected: €179K
3.2
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)
Basaksehir FK's Hamza Güreler at 20 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 4.00×. That means Hamza Güreler is valued 4.00× higher than the median player in the U21 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Göztepe's Taha Altıkardeş, who is 22 years old, with a 3.33× PPVE. Third is Botond Balogh of Kocaelispor, who is 23 years old with a 1.67× 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 4.00× means the player is worth 300% 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 | Hamza Güreler Basaksehir FK | 20 | U21 | €2.0M | €500K | 4.00× |
| #2 | Taha Altıkardeş Göztepe | 22 | 21-23 | €5.0M | €1.5M | 3.33× |
| #3 | Botond Balogh Kocaelispor | 23 | 21-23 | €2.5M | €1.5M | 1.67× |
| #4 | Metehan Baltacı Galatasaray | 23 | 21-23 | €2.2M | €1.5M | 1.47× |
| #5 | Serdar Saatçı Trabzonspor | 23 | 21-23 | €2.2M | €1.5M | 1.47× |
| #6 | Arda Ünyay Galatasaray | 19 | U21 | €500K | €500K | 1.00× |
| #7 | Yiğit Efe Demir Fenerbahce | 21 | 21-23 | €1.5M | €1.5M | 1.00× |
| #8 | Taylan Aydın Kasimpasa | 20 | U21 | €350K | €500K | 0.70× |
| #9 | Arif Kocaman Kayserispor | 22 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €1.5M | 0.67× |
| #10 | Ümit Akdağ Alanyaspor | 22 | 21-23 | €900K | €1.5M | 0.60× |
| #11 | Emir Ortakaya Eyüpspor | 21 | 21-23 | €500K | €1.5M | 0.33× |
| #12 | Bedirhan Çetin Samsunspor | 19 | U21 | €150K | €500K | 0.30× |
| #13 | Yunus Emre Çift Samsunspor | 22 | 21-23 | €450K | €1.5M | 0.30× |
| #14 | Bedirhan Özyurt Alanyaspor | 23 | 21-23 | €200K | €1.5M | 0.13× |
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)
Samsunspor's Bedirhan Çetin at 19 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +40%. That means Arda Ünyay is projected to appreciate 40% as they reach their peak age in 7 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Galatasaray's Arda Ünyay, who is 19 years old, with a +40% RPP (7 years to peak). Third is Taylan Aydın of Kasimpasa, who is 20 years old with a +35% RPP (6 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 | Bedirhan Çetin Samsunspor | 19 | 7 | €150K | €249K | +40% |
| #2 | Arda Ünyay Galatasaray | 19 | 7 | €500K | €831K | +40% |
| #3 | Taylan Aydın Kasimpasa | 20 | 6 | €350K | €541K | +35% |
| #4 | Hamza Güreler Basaksehir FK | 20 | 6 | €2.0M | €3.1M | +35% |
| #5 | Emir Ortakaya Eyüpspor | 21 | 5 | €500K | €719K | +30% |
| #6 | Yiğit Efe Demir Fenerbahce | 21 | 5 | €1.5M | €2.2M | +30% |
| #7 | Taha Altıkardeş Göztepe | 22 | 4 | €5.0M | €6.7M | +25% |
| #8 | Arif Kocaman Kayserispor | 22 | 4 | €1.0M | €1.3M | +25% |
| #9 | Yunus Emre Çift Samsunspor | 22 | 4 | €450K | €602K | +25% |
| #10 | Ümit Akdağ Alanyaspor | 22 | 4 | €900K | €1.2M | +25% |
| #11 | Botond Balogh Kocaelispor | 23 | 3 | €2.5M | €3.1M | +20% |
| #12 | Metehan Baltacı Galatasaray | 23 | 3 | €2.2M | €2.7M | +20% |
| #13 | Serdar Saatçı Trabzonspor | 23 | 3 | €2.2M | €2.7M | +20% |
| #14 | Bedirhan Özyurt Alanyaspor | 23 | 3 | €200K | €249K | +20% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Samsunspor's Bedirhan Çetin has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 58.0. That means Bedirhan Çetin has 19% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Galatasaray's Arda Ünyay with a 58.0 RAU (19% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Hamza Güreler of Basaksehir FK with a 46.3 RAU (15% 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 | Bedirhan Çetin Samsunspor | €179K | €154K-203K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #2 | Arda Ünyay Galatasaray | €595K | €513K-678K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #3 | Hamza Güreler Basaksehir FK | €2.3M | €2.0M-2.6M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #4 | Taylan Aydın Kasimpasa | €401K | €346K-457K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #5 | Yiğit Efe Demir Fenerbahce | €1.7M | €1.4M-1.9M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #6 | Emir Ortakaya Eyüpspor | €551K | €475K-627K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #7 | Botond Balogh Kocaelispor | €2.7M | €2.4M-3.0M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #8 | Metehan Baltacı Galatasaray | €2.4M | €2.1M-2.6M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #9 | Serdar Saatçı Trabzonspor | €2.4M | €2.1M-2.6M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #10 | Bedirhan Özyurt Alanyaspor | €214K | €188K-240K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #11 | Arif Kocaman Kayserispor | €1.1M | €931K-1.2M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #12 | Taha Altıkardeş Göztepe | €5.3M | €4.7M-5.9M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #13 | Yunus Emre Çift Samsunspor | €476K | €419K-533K | +6% | 23.0 |
| #14 | Ümit Akdağ Alanyaspor | €953K | €838K-1.1M | +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 centre-back position shows strong depth (avg Z-score: 0.00). RPI: 0.00.
Position Depth Analysis
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Age-Share Concentration (ASC)
Identifies players capturing disproportionate value relative to age group representation. Positive ASC = value concentration.
Understanding Age-Share Concentration (ASC)
Kocaelispor's Botond Balogh in the 21-23 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +13.1%. That means Taha Altıkardeş captures 84.6% of total market value while representing only 71.4% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is Galatasaray's Metehan Baltacı with a +13.1% ASC (84.6% value share vs 71.4% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Serdar Saatçı of Trabzonspor with a +13.1% ASC (84.6% value vs 71.4% players in 21-23 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +13.1% ASC means the player captures 13.1% 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 | Botond Balogh Kocaelispor | 21-23 | 84.6% | 71.4% | +13.1% |
| #2 | Metehan Baltacı Galatasaray | 21-23 | 84.6% | 71.4% | +13.1% |
| #3 | Serdar Saatçı Trabzonspor | 21-23 | 84.6% | 71.4% | +13.1% |
| #4 | Bedirhan Özyurt Alanyaspor | 21-23 | 84.6% | 71.4% | +13.1% |
| #5 | Emir Ortakaya Eyüpspor | 21-23 | 84.6% | 71.4% | +13.1% |
| #6 | Taha Altıkardeş Göztepe | 21-23 | 84.6% | 71.4% | +13.1% |
| #7 | Yunus Emre Çift Samsunspor | 21-23 | 84.6% | 71.4% | +13.1% |
| #8 | Yiğit Efe Demir Fenerbahce | 21-23 | 84.6% | 71.4% | +13.1% |
| #9 | Arif Kocaman Kayserispor | 21-23 | 84.6% | 71.4% | +13.1% |
| #10 | Ümit Akdağ Alanyaspor | 21-23 | 84.6% | 71.4% | +13.1% |
| #11 | Bedirhan Çetin Samsunspor | U21 | 15.4% | 28.6% | -13.1% |
| #12 | Arda Ünyay Galatasaray | U21 | 15.4% | 28.6% | -13.1% |
| #13 | Taylan Aydın Kasimpasa | U21 | 15.4% | 28.6% | -13.1% |
| #14 | Hamza Güreler Basaksehir FK | U21 | 15.4% | 28.6% | -13.1% |
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: 2 immediate targets, 12 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 €350K. 0 undervalued, 0 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bedirhan Özyurt Alanyaspor | €200K | €1.0M | -0.47 | Fair Value |
Yunus Emre Çift Samsunspor | €450K | €1.0M | -0.32 | Fair Value |
Emir Ortakaya Eyüpspor | €500K | €1.0M | -0.29 | Fair Value |
Bedirhan Çetin Samsunspor | €150K | €1.0M | -0.21 | Fair Value |
Taylan Aydın Kasimpasa | €350K | €1.0M | -0.09 | Fair Value |
Ümit Akdağ Alanyaspor | €900K | €1.0M | -0.06 | Fair Value |
Arda Ünyay Galatasaray | €500K | €1.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Taha Altıkardeş Göztepe | €5.0M | €1.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Arif Kocaman Kayserispor | €1.0M | €1.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Yiğit Efe Demir Fenerbahce | €1.5M | €1.0M | +0.29 | Fair Value |
Metehan Baltacı Galatasaray | €2.2M | €1.0M | +0.71 | Above Market |
Serdar Saatçı Trabzonspor | €2.2M | €1.0M | +0.71 | Above Market |
Botond Balogh Kocaelispor | €2.5M | €1.0M | +0.88 | Above Market |
Hamza Güreler Basaksehir FK | €2.0M | €1.0M | +0.91 | Above Market |