Best U23 Young Defensive Midfielders in the Süper Lig
10 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Best Young Defensive Midfielders in the Süper Lig (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Market Overview: Süper Lig Young Defensive Midfielders 2025-26
Our database tracks 10 Süper Lig Young Defensive Midfielders in the 2025-26 season, representing 8 clubs with a combined market value of €22.3M. The average market value for Süper Lig Young Defensive Midfielders is €2.2M, with the average age at 22 years old.
The most valuable young defensive midfielder in the Süper Lig is Anthony Dennis, worth €5.0M and playing for Göztepe at 21 years old. The top 5 Young Defensive Midfielders average €3.4M in market value, including Jakub Kaluzinski and Maestro.
Age distribution shows the youngest tracked young defensive midfielder is Baran Gezek (20 years, Eyüpspor, €1.0M), while the oldest is Jakub Kaluzinski (23 years, Basaksehir FK, €4.0M). Research shows Young Defensive Midfielders typically peak at age 26-27.
Our 1-year forecast model projects 10 Young Defensive Midfielders (100%) will increase in market value over the next 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Süper Lig market for Young Defensive Midfielders remains actively developing with emerging talent 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 Süper Lig
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Süper Lig Young Defensive Midfielders. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 8 clubs with €22.3M combined value.
Age Distribution: Süper Lig Young Defensive Midfielders
The Süper Lig CDM market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (9 players, 90% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €21.3M, averaging €2.4M per player.
Top Young Defensive Midfielders by Age Bracket
U21 Years (1 players)
21-23 Years (9 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 1 Young Defensive Midfielders (10% of players) control €5.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with mid (€5-15m) tier representing 10% of the Süper Lig CDM pool.
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Süper Lig Young Defensive Midfielders
Among 8 Süper Lig clubs, Göztepe leads with 2 Young Defensive Midfielders worth €7.0M (averaging €3.5M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 100% of tracked Young Defensive Midfielders.
Göztepe (2 Young Defensive Midfielders)
Basaksehir FK (1 Young Defensive Midfielders)
Alanyaspor (1 Young Defensive Midfielders)
Eyüpspor (2 Young Defensive Midfielders)
Player Rankings
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Anthony Dennis
Göztepe • 21 years old
€4.3M
€5.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €5.7M
52.2
Jakub Kaluzinski
Basaksehir FK • 23 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.2M
50.2
Maestro
Alanyaspor • 22 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.4M
49.8
Mateusz Legowski
Eyüpspor • 23 years old
€1.9M
€2.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.3M
39.0
Novatus Miroshi
Göztepe • 23 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.1M
37.8
Bartuğ Elmaz
Fatih Karagümrük • 23 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.6M
34.1
Mahamadou Susoho
Kocaelispor • 21 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
28.2
Salih Malkoçoğlu
Trabzonspor • 21 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
28.2
Baran Gezek
Eyüpspor • 20 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.2M
27.7
Yunus Emre Çift
Samsunspor • 22 years old
€519K
€600K
+15.6%
Expected: €662K
22.1
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)
Göztepe's Anthony Dennis at 21 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 2.50×. That means Anthony Dennis is valued 2.50× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Alanyaspor's Maestro, who is 22 years old, with a 2.00× PPVE. Third is Jakub Kaluzinski of Basaksehir FK, who is 23 years old with a 2.00× 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 2.50× means the player is worth 150% 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 | Anthony Dennis Göztepe | 21 | 21-23 | €5.0M | €2.0M | 2.50× |
| #2 | Maestro Alanyaspor | 22 | 21-23 | €4.0M | €2.0M | 2.00× |
| #3 | Jakub Kaluzinski Basaksehir FK | 23 | 21-23 | €4.0M | €2.0M | 2.00× |
| #4 | Mateusz Legowski Eyüpspor | 23 | 21-23 | €2.2M | €2.0M | 1.10× |
| #5 | Novatus Miroshi Göztepe | 23 | 21-23 | €2.0M | €2.0M | 1.00× |
| #6 | Baran Gezek Eyüpspor | 20 | U21 | €1.0M | €1.0M | 1.00× |
| #7 | Bartuğ Elmaz Fatih Karagümrük | 23 | 21-23 | €1.5M | €2.0M | 0.75× |
| #8 | Mahamadou Susoho Kocaelispor | 21 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €2.0M | 0.50× |
| #9 | Salih Malkoçoğlu Trabzonspor | 21 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €2.0M | 0.50× |
| #10 | Yunus Emre Çift Samsunspor | 22 | 21-23 | €600K | €2.0M | 0.30× |
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)
Eyüpspor's Baran Gezek at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +40%. That means Baran Gezek is projected to appreciate 40% as they reach their peak age in 6 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Göztepe's Anthony Dennis, who is 21 years old, with a +35% RPP (5 years to peak). Third is Mahamadou Susoho of Kocaelispor, who is 21 years old with a +35% 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 | Baran Gezek Eyüpspor | 20 | 6 | €1.0M | €1.7M | +40% |
| #2 | Anthony Dennis Göztepe | 21 | 5 | €5.0M | €7.7M | +35% |
| #3 | Mahamadou Susoho Kocaelispor | 21 | 5 | €1.0M | €1.5M | +35% |
| #4 | Salih Malkoçoğlu Trabzonspor | 21 | 5 | €1.0M | €1.5M | +35% |
| #5 | Maestro Alanyaspor | 22 | 4 | €4.0M | €5.7M | +30% |
| #6 | Yunus Emre Çift Samsunspor | 22 | 4 | €600K | €862K | +30% |
| #7 | Jakub Kaluzinski Basaksehir FK | 23 | 3 | €4.0M | €5.3M | +25% |
| #8 | Novatus Miroshi Göztepe | 23 | 3 | €2.0M | €2.7M | +25% |
| #9 | Mateusz Legowski Eyüpspor | 23 | 3 | €2.2M | €2.9M | +25% |
| #10 | Bartuğ Elmaz Fatih Karagümrük | 23 | 3 | €1.5M | €2.0M | +25% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Eyüpspor's Baran Gezek has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 58.0. That means Baran Gezek has 19% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Kocaelispor's Mahamadou Susoho with a 46.3 RAU (15% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Salih Malkoçoğlu of Trabzonspor 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 | Baran Gezek Eyüpspor | €1.2M | €1.0M-1.4M | +19% | 58.0 |
| #2 | Mahamadou Susoho Kocaelispor | €1.1M | €988K-1.3M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #3 | Salih Malkoçoğlu Trabzonspor | €1.1M | €988K-1.3M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #4 | Anthony Dennis Göztepe | €5.7M | €4.9M-6.5M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #5 | Yunus Emre Çift Samsunspor | €662K | €582K-741K | +10% | 38.7 |
| #6 | Maestro Alanyaspor | €4.4M | €3.9M-4.9M | +10% | 38.7 |
| #7 | Jakub Kaluzinski Basaksehir FK | €4.2M | €3.7M-4.7M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #8 | Novatus Miroshi Göztepe | €2.1M | €1.9M-2.4M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #9 | Bartuğ Elmaz Fatih Karagümrük | €1.6M | €1.4M-1.8M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #10 | Mateusz Legowski Eyüpspor | €2.3M | €2.0M-2.6M | +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 defensive 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)
Eyüpspor's Baran Gezek in the U21 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-5.5%. That means Baran Gezek captures 4.5% of total market value while representing only 10.0% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.
In second is Göztepe's Anthony Dennis with a +5.5% ASC (95.5% value share vs 90.0% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Mateusz Legowski of Eyüpspor with a +5.5% ASC (95.5% value vs 90.0% players in 21-23 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-5.5% ASC means the player captures -5.5% 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 | Baran Gezek Eyüpspor | U21 | 4.5% | 10.0% | -5.5% |
| #2 | Anthony Dennis Göztepe | 21-23 | 95.5% | 90.0% | +5.5% |
| #3 | Mateusz Legowski Eyüpspor | 21-23 | 95.5% | 90.0% | +5.5% |
| #4 | Bartuğ Elmaz Fatih Karagümrük | 21-23 | 95.5% | 90.0% | +5.5% |
| #5 | Maestro Alanyaspor | 21-23 | 95.5% | 90.0% | +5.5% |
| #6 | Jakub Kaluzinski Basaksehir FK | 21-23 | 95.5% | 90.0% | +5.5% |
| #7 | Yunus Emre Çift Samsunspor | 21-23 | 95.5% | 90.0% | +5.5% |
| #8 | Novatus Miroshi Göztepe | 21-23 | 95.5% | 90.0% | +5.5% |
| #9 | Mahamadou Susoho Kocaelispor | 21-23 | 95.5% | 90.0% | +5.5% |
| #10 | Salih Malkoçoğlu Trabzonspor | 21-23 | 95.5% | 90.0% | +5.5% |
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, 9 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
WATCH LIST - High Upside
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BUY NOW - Medium Upside
PEAK Players
No players in this category
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 €5.0M. 0 undervalued, 0 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Yunus Emre Çift Samsunspor | €600K | €2.0M | -0.47 | Fair Value |
Mahamadou Susoho Kocaelispor | €1.0M | €2.0M | -0.33 | Fair Value |
Salih Malkoçoğlu Trabzonspor | €1.0M | €2.0M | -0.33 | Fair Value |
Bartuğ Elmaz Fatih Karagümrük | €1.5M | €2.0M | -0.17 | Fair Value |
Anthony Dennis Göztepe | €5.0M | €2.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Novatus Miroshi Göztepe | €2.0M | €2.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Baran Gezek Eyüpspor | €1.0M | €2.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Mateusz Legowski Eyüpspor | €2.2M | €2.0M | +0.07 | Fair Value |
Maestro Alanyaspor | €4.0M | €2.0M | +0.67 | Above Market |
Jakub Kaluzinski Basaksehir FK | €4.0M | €2.0M | +0.67 | Above Market |