Best U23 Young Midfielders in the Süper Lig
6 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Best Young Midfielders in the Süper Lig (Apr 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Süper Lig Young Midfielders 2022-23
Our database tracked 6 Süper Lig Young Midfielders in the 2022-23 season, representing 6 clubs with a combined market value of €5.5M. The average market value for Süper Lig Young Midfielders was €925K, with the average age at 21.0 years old.
The most valuable young midfielder in the Süper Lig was Joseph Nonge, worth €2.0M and played for Kocaelispor at 20 years old. The top 5 Young Midfielders averaged €1.1M in market value, including Muhamed Buljubasic and Eyüp Aydın.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young midfielder was Joseph Nonge (20 years, Kocaelispor, €2.0M), while the oldest was Samed Onur (23 years, Genclerbirligi Ankara, €350K). Research shows Young Midfielders typically peak at age 26-27.
Historical analysis showed 6 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 Süper Lig 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.
Explore Market Size by Position in Süper Lig
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Süper Lig Young Midfielders. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 6 clubs with €5.5M combined value.
Age Distribution: Süper Lig Young Midfielders
The Süper Lig CM market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (4 players, 67% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €3.3M, averaging €813K per player.
Top Young Midfielders by Age Bracket
U21 Years (2 players)
21-23 Years (4 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 1 Young Midfielders (17% of players) control €2.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows concentrated value with emerging (<€5m) tier representing 100% of the Süper Lig CM pool.
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Süper Lig Young Midfielders
Among 6 Süper Lig clubs, Kocaelispor leads with 1 Young Midfielders worth €2.0M (averaging €2.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 100% of tracked Young Midfielders.
Kocaelispor (1 Young Midfielders)
Caykur Rizespor (1 Young Midfielders)
Samsunspor (1 Young Midfielders)
Alanyaspor (1 Young Midfielders)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Joseph Nonge
Kocaelispor • 20 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.3M
36.0
Muhamed Buljubasic
Caykur Rizespor • 21 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.7M
33.1
Eyüp Aydın
Samsunspor • 21 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
28.0
İzzet Çelik
Alanyaspor • 21 years old
€346K
€400K
+15.6%
Expected: €441K
16.6
Samed Onur
Genclerbirligi Ankara • 23 years old
€303K
€350K
+15.6%
Expected: €375K
16.2
Gökdeniz Gürpüz
Galatasaray • 20 years old
€259K
€300K
+15.6%
Expected: €344K
12.4
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)
Caykur Rizespor's Muhamed Buljubasic at 21 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 1.50×. That means Muhamed Buljubasic is valued 1.50× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Samsunspor's Eyüp Aydın, who is 21 years old, with a 1.00× PPVE. Third is Joseph Nonge of Kocaelispor, who is 20 years old with a 1.00× 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 1.50× means the player is worth 50% 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 | Muhamed Buljubasic Caykur Rizespor | 21 | 21-23 | €1.5M | €1.0M | 1.50× |
| #2 | Eyüp Aydın Samsunspor | 21 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €1.0M | 1.00× |
| #3 | Joseph Nonge Kocaelispor | 20 | U21 | €2.0M | €2.0M | 1.00× |
| #4 | İzzet Çelik Alanyaspor | 21 | 21-23 | €400K | €1.0M | 0.40× |
| #5 | Samed Onur Genclerbirligi Ankara | 23 | 21-23 | €350K | €1.0M | 0.35× |
| #6 | Gökdeniz Gürpüz Galatasaray | 20 | U21 | €300K | €2.0M | 0.15× |
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)
Kocaelispor's Joseph Nonge at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +35%. That means Joseph Nonge is projected to appreciate 35% as they reach their peak age in 6 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Galatasaray's Gökdeniz Gürpüz, who is 20 years old, with a +35% RPP (6 years to peak). Third is Eyüp Aydın of Samsunspor, 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 35% RPP means the player is expected to gain 35% 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 | Joseph Nonge Kocaelispor | 20 | 6 | €2.0M | €3.1M | +35% |
| #2 | Gökdeniz Gürpüz Galatasaray | 20 | 6 | €300K | €464K | +35% |
| #3 | Eyüp Aydın Samsunspor | 21 | 5 | €1.0M | €1.4M | +30% |
| #4 | Muhamed Buljubasic Caykur Rizespor | 21 | 5 | €1.5M | €2.2M | +30% |
| #5 | İzzet Çelik Alanyaspor | 21 | 5 | €400K | €575K | +30% |
| #6 | Samed Onur Genclerbirligi Ankara | 23 | 3 | €350K | €435K | +20% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Kocaelispor's Joseph Nonge has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 46.3. That means Joseph Nonge has 15% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Galatasaray's Gökdeniz Gürpüz with a 46.3 RAU (15% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Muhamed Buljubasic of Caykur Rizespor 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 46.3 means the upside is 46.3× 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 | Joseph Nonge Kocaelispor | €2.3M | €2.0M-2.6M | +15% | 46.3 |
| #2 | Gökdeniz Gürpüz Galatasaray | €344K | €297K-391K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #3 | Muhamed Buljubasic Caykur Rizespor | €1.7M | €1.4M-1.9M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #4 | Eyüp Aydın Samsunspor | €1.1M | €950K-1.3M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #5 | İzzet Çelik Alanyaspor | €441K | €380K-502K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #6 | Samed Onur Genclerbirligi Ankara | €375K | €330K-420K | +7% | 27.5 |
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
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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 Joseph Nonge in the U21 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +8.1%. That means Joseph Nonge captures 41.4% of total market value while representing only 33.3% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is Galatasaray's Gökdeniz Gürpüz with a +8.1% ASC (41.4% value share vs 33.3% player share in U21 bracket). Third is Samed Onur of Genclerbirligi Ankara with a +-8.1% ASC (58.6% value vs 66.7% players in 21-23 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +8.1% ASC means the player captures 8.1% 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 | Joseph Nonge Kocaelispor | U21 | 41.4% | 33.3% | +8.1% |
| #2 | Gökdeniz Gürpüz Galatasaray | U21 | 41.4% | 33.3% | +8.1% |
| #3 | Samed Onur Genclerbirligi Ankara | 21-23 | 58.6% | 66.7% | -8.1% |
| #4 | Eyüp Aydın Samsunspor | 21-23 | 58.6% | 66.7% | -8.1% |
| #5 | Muhamed Buljubasic Caykur Rizespor | 21-23 | 58.6% | 66.7% | -8.1% |
| #6 | İzzet Çelik Alanyaspor | 21-23 | 58.6% | 66.7% | -8.1% |
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: 0 immediate targets, 6 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
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BUY NOW - Medium Upside
PEAK Players
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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 €2.0M. 0 undervalued, 0 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Gökdeniz Gürpüz Galatasaray | €300K | €1.0M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Samed Onur Genclerbirligi Ankara | €350K | €1.0M | -0.59 | Good Value |
İzzet Çelik Alanyaspor | €400K | €1.0M | -0.55 | Good Value |
Eyüp Aydın Samsunspor | €1.0M | €1.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Joseph Nonge Kocaelispor | €2.0M | €1.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Muhamed Buljubasic Caykur Rizespor | €1.5M | €1.0M | +0.45 | Fair Value |