Best U23 Young Midfielders in the Süper Lig
6 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Best Young Midfielders in the Süper Lig (Jun 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Market Overview: Süper Lig Young Midfielders 2023-24
Our database tracked 6 Süper Lig Young Midfielders in the 2023-24 season, representing 6 clubs with a combined market value of €5.6M. The average market value for Süper Lig Young Midfielders was €942K, with the average age at 21 years old.
The most valuable young midfielder in the Süper Lig was Muhamed Buljubasic, worth €1.8M and played for Caykur Rizespor at 21 years old. The top 5 Young Midfielders averaged €1.1M in market value, including Joseph Nonge and Eyüp Aydın.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young midfielder was Gökdeniz Gürpüz (20 years, Galatasaray, €250K), while the oldest was Samed Onur (23 years, Genclerbirligi Ankara, €500K). 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 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 Midfielders. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 6 clubs with €5.6M 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 (5 players, 83% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €5.4M, averaging €1.1M per player.
Top Young Midfielders by Age Bracket
U21 Years (1 players)
21-23 Years (5 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 1 Young Midfielders (17% of players) control €1.8M
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, Caykur Rizespor leads with 1 Young Midfielders worth €1.8M (averaging €1.8M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 100% of tracked Young Midfielders.
Caykur Rizespor (1 Young Midfielders)
Kocaelispor (1 Young Midfielders)
Samsunspor (1 Young Midfielders)
Genclerbirligi Ankara (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.
Muhamed Buljubasic
Caykur Rizespor • 21 years old
€1.6M
€1.8M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.0M
35.3
Joseph Nonge
Kocaelispor • 21 years old
€1.6M
€1.8M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.0M
35.3
Eyüp Aydın
Samsunspor • 21 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
28.0
Samed Onur
Genclerbirligi Ankara • 23 years old
€432K
€500K
+15.6%
Expected: €535K
20.6
İzzet Çelik
Alanyaspor • 21 years old
€259K
€300K
+15.6%
Expected: €331K
13.0
Gökdeniz Gürpüz
Galatasaray • 20 years old
€216K
€250K
+15.6%
Expected: €287K
10.2
Scout Tools
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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)
Caykur Rizespor's Muhamed Buljubasic at 21 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 1.80×. That means Muhamed Buljubasic is valued 1.80× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Kocaelispor's Joseph Nonge, who is 21 years old, with a 1.80× PPVE. Third is Eyüp Aydın of Samsunspor, who is 21 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 1.80× means the player is worth 80% 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 | €1.8M | €1.0M | 1.80× |
| #2 | Joseph Nonge Kocaelispor | 21 | 21-23 | €1.8M | €1.0M | 1.80× |
| #3 | Eyüp Aydın Samsunspor | 21 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €1.0M | 1.00× |
| #4 | Gökdeniz Gürpüz Galatasaray | 20 | U21 | €250K | €250K | 1.00× |
| #5 | Samed Onur Genclerbirligi Ankara | 23 | 21-23 | €500K | €1.0M | 0.50× |
| #6 | İzzet Çelik Alanyaspor | 21 | 21-23 | €300K | €1.0M | 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)
Galatasaray's Gökdeniz Gürpüz at 20 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +35%. That means Gökdeniz Gürpüz is projected to appreciate 35% as they reach their peak age in 6 years-representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is Samsunspor's Eyüp Aydın, who is 21 years old, with a +30% RPP (5 years to peak). Third is Muhamed Buljubasic of Caykur Rizespor, 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 | Gökdeniz Gürpüz Galatasaray | 20 | 6 | €250K | €386K | +35% |
| #2 | Eyüp Aydın Samsunspor | 21 | 5 | €1.0M | €1.4M | +30% |
| #3 | Muhamed Buljubasic Caykur Rizespor | 21 | 5 | €1.8M | €2.6M | +30% |
| #4 | Joseph Nonge Kocaelispor | 21 | 5 | €1.8M | €2.6M | +30% |
| #5 | İzzet Çelik Alanyaspor | 21 | 5 | €300K | €431K | +30% |
| #6 | Samed Onur Genclerbirligi Ankara | 23 | 3 | €500K | €622K | +20% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Galatasaray's Gökdeniz Gürpüz has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 46.3. That means Gökdeniz Gürpüz has 15% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Alanyaspor's İzzet Çelik with a 33.7 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Eyüp Aydın of Samsunspor 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 | Gökdeniz Gürpüz Galatasaray | €287K | €247K-326K | +15% | 46.3 |
| #2 | İzzet Çelik Alanyaspor | €331K | €285K-376K | +10% | 33.7 |
| #3 | Eyüp Aydın Samsunspor | €1.1M | €950K-1.3M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #4 | Muhamed Buljubasic Caykur Rizespor | €2.0M | €1.7M-2.3M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #5 | Joseph Nonge Kocaelispor | €2.0M | €1.7M-2.3M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #6 | Samed Onur Genclerbirligi Ankara | €535K | €471K-600K | +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)
Galatasaray's Gökdeniz Gürpüz in the U21 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-12.2%. That means Gökdeniz Gürpüz captures 4.4% of total market value while representing only 16.7% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.
In second is Genclerbirligi Ankara's Samed Onur with a +12.2% ASC (95.6% value share vs 83.3% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Eyüp Aydın of Samsunspor with a +12.2% ASC (95.6% value vs 83.3% players in 21-23 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-12.2% ASC means the player captures -12.2% 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 | Gökdeniz Gürpüz Galatasaray | U21 | 4.4% | 16.7% | -12.2% |
| #2 | Samed Onur Genclerbirligi Ankara | 21-23 | 95.6% | 83.3% | +12.2% |
| #3 | Eyüp Aydın Samsunspor | 21-23 | 95.6% | 83.3% | +12.2% |
| #4 | Muhamed Buljubasic Caykur Rizespor | 21-23 | 95.6% | 83.3% | +12.2% |
| #5 | Joseph Nonge Kocaelispor | 21-23 | 95.6% | 83.3% | +12.2% |
| #6 | İzzet Çelik Alanyaspor | 21-23 | 95.6% | 83.3% | +12.2% |
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.
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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 €1.0M. 0 undervalued, 0 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
İzzet Çelik Alanyaspor | €300K | €1.0M | -0.54 | Good Value |
Samed Onur Genclerbirligi Ankara | €500K | €1.0M | -0.38 | Fair Value |
Eyüp Aydın Samsunspor | €1.0M | €1.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Gökdeniz Gürpüz Galatasaray | €250K | €1.0M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Muhamed Buljubasic Caykur Rizespor | €1.8M | €1.0M | +0.62 | Above Market |
Joseph Nonge Kocaelispor | €1.8M | €1.0M | +0.62 | Above Market |
How We Rank Süper Lig Young Midfielders
Our Analytical Strength Index is calibrated specifically for young midfielders, 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 CM
Historical Achievement Index (35%)
Peak career market value for Süper Lig young midfielders, 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 midfielders, 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 26-27 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.
CM Performance Benchmarks
Peak Age: 26-27 years (technical skill and tactical awareness)
Decline Rate: 6.0% per year (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: Midfielder -6.0%/year post-peak, +5%/year pre-peak
• 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 midfielders
• 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 Midfielders in the 2023-24 season
Who are the most valuable Young Midfielders in the Süper Lig in 2023-24?
The most valuable young midfielder in the Süper Lig in 2023-24 is Muhamed Buljubasic, who is worth €1.8M and plays for Caykur Rizespor. The second most valuable is Joseph Nonge (€1.8M, Kocaelispor), followed by Eyüp Aydın (€1.0M, Samsunspor). Our database tracks 6 Süper Lig Young Midfielders with comprehensive market valuations updated for the 2023-24 season.
How are Süper Lig Young Midfielders ranked?
Süper Lig Young Midfielders are ranked by our proprietary Analytical Strength Index, which is specifically calibrated for Young Midfielders. 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 Midfielders peak?
Midfielders typically peak at age 26-27, with a decline rate of 6.0% per year after peak. Central midfielders require a blend of physicality, technical skill, and tactical awareness. The optimal playing time for peak performance is around 2,400-2,500 minutes per season.
How much does it cost to sign a top young midfielder from the Süper Lig?
Transfer fees for Süper Lig Young Midfielders vary significantly based on market value, contract length, and club bargaining position. For the top-ranked young midfielder Muhamed Buljubasic (market value: €1.8M), estimated transfer fees would range from €1.4M to €2.5M 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 Midfielders?
Our 1-year forecast model projects market value changes for Süper Lig Young Midfielders based on age-curve depreciation, historical trajectory, and playing time adjustments. The forecast combines three factors: age-based appreciation/depreciation (pre-peak players gain ~5% per year toward peak age, post-peak players decline at position-specific rates), 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 midfielder data come from?
Our Süper Lig young midfielder 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 2023-24 season to ensure accuracy for recruitment and investment decisions.