Best U23 Young Left Wingers in the Süper Lig
15 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Index
Best Young Left Wingers in the Süper Lig (Sep 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Index
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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.
Kazeem Olaigbe
Trabzonspor • 23 years old
€3.5M
€4.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €4.1M
49.9
Jaurès Assoumou
Samsunspor • 23 years old
€1.7M
€2.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €2.0M
37.7
Barış Kalaycı
Fatih Karagümrük • 21 years old
€1.6M
€1.8M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.8M
36.0
Yusuf Kabadayi
Gaziantep FK • 22 years old
€1.0M
€1.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.2M
32.0
Ege Bilsel
Bodrum FK • 22 years old
€778K
€900K
+15.6%
Expected: €913K
28.5
Jonathan Okoronkwo
Hatayspor • 22 years old
€692K
€800K
+15.6%
Expected: €811K
27.0
Berat Luş
Galatasaray • 19 years old
€692K
€800K
+15.6%
Expected: €882K
24.4
Emrecan Bulut
Caykur Rizespor • 23 years old
€519K
€600K
+15.6%
Expected: €614K
23.1
Devrim Şahin
Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü • 19 years old
€346K
€400K
+15.6%
Expected: €441K
16.0
Berkay Aslan
Basaksehir FK • 19 years old
€346K
€400K
+15.6%
Expected: €441K
16.0
Mehmet Ali Büyüksayar
Konyaspor • 22 years old
€173K
€200K
+15.6%
Expected: €203K
10.2
Berat Kalkan
Kasimpasa • 23 years old
€173K
€200K
+15.6%
Expected: €205K
9.7
Tahsin Bülbül
Samsunspor • 20 years old
€173K
€200K
+15.6%
Expected: €221K
8.4
Eray Akar
Hatayspor • 23 years old
€130K
€150K
+15.6%
Expected: €154K
6.3
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Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Süper Lig Young Left Wingers. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 12 clubs with €13.7M combined value.
Age Distribution: Süper Lig Young Left Wingers
The Süper Lig LW 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 €11.8M, averaging €1.2M per player.
Top Young Left Wingers by Age Bracket
U21 Years (4 players)
21-23 Years (10 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 2 Young Left Wingers (14% of players) control €6.0M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows concentrated value with emerging (<€5m) tier representing 100% of the Süper Lig LW pool.
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Süper Lig Young Left Wingers
Among 12 Süper Lig clubs, Trabzonspor leads with 1 Young Left Wingers worth €4.0M (averaging €4.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 86% of tracked Young Left Wingers.
Trabzonspor (1 Young Left Wingers)
Samsunspor (2 Young Left Wingers)
Fatih Karagümrük (1 Young Left Wingers)
Gaziantep FK (1 Young Left Wingers)
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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 Kazeem Olaigbe at 23 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 4.44×. That means Kazeem Olaigbe is valued 4.44× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket-representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Samsunspor's Jaurès Assoumou, who is 23 years old, with a 2.22× PPVE. Third is Berat Luş of Galatasaray, who is 19 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 4.44× means the player is worth 344% 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 | Kazeem Olaigbe Trabzonspor | 23 | 21-23 | €4.0M | €900K | 4.44× |
| #2 | Jaurès Assoumou Samsunspor | 23 | 21-23 | €2.0M | €900K | 2.22× |
| #3 | Berat Luş Galatasaray | 19 | U21 | €800K | €400K | 2.00× |
| #4 | Barış Kalaycı Fatih Karagümrük | 21 | 21-23 | €1.8M | €900K | 2.00× |
| #5 | Yusuf Kabadayi Gaziantep FK | 22 | 21-23 | €1.2M | €900K | 1.33× |
| #6 | Berkay Aslan Basaksehir FK | 19 | U21 | €400K | €400K | 1.00× |
| #7 | Devrim Şahin Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü | 19 | U21 | €400K | €400K | 1.00× |
| #8 | Ege Bilsel Bodrum FK | 22 | 21-23 | €900K | €900K | 1.00× |
| #9 | Jonathan Okoronkwo Hatayspor | 22 | 21-23 | €800K | €900K | 0.89× |
| #10 | Emrecan Bulut Caykur Rizespor | 23 | 21-23 | €600K | €900K | 0.67× |
| #11 | Tahsin Bülbül Samsunspor | 20 | U21 | €200K | €400K | 0.50× |
| #12 | Berat Kalkan Kasimpasa | 23 | 21-23 | €200K | €900K | 0.22× |
| #13 | Mehmet Ali Büyüksayar Konyaspor | 22 | 21-23 | €200K | €900K | 0.22× |
| #14 | Eray Akar Hatayspor | 23 | 21-23 | €150K | €900K | 0.17× |
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)
Basaksehir FK's Berkay Aslan at 19 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +40%. That means Berat Luş 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 Berat Luş, who is 19 years old, with a +40% RPP (7 years to peak). Third is Devrim Şahin of Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü, who is 19 years old with a +40% RPP (7 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 | Berkay Aslan Basaksehir FK | 19 | 7 | €400K | €665K | +40% |
| #2 | Berat Luş Galatasaray | 19 | 7 | €800K | €1.3M | +40% |
| #3 | Devrim Şahin Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü | 19 | 7 | €400K | €665K | +40% |
| #4 | Tahsin Bülbül Samsunspor | 20 | 6 | €200K | €309K | +35% |
| #5 | Barış Kalaycı Fatih Karagümrük | 21 | 5 | €1.8M | €2.6M | +30% |
| #6 | Yusuf Kabadayi Gaziantep FK | 22 | 4 | €1.2M | €1.6M | +25% |
| #7 | Ege Bilsel Bodrum FK | 22 | 4 | €900K | €1.2M | +25% |
| #8 | Mehmet Ali Büyüksayar Konyaspor | 22 | 4 | €200K | €267K | +25% |
| #9 | Jonathan Okoronkwo Hatayspor | 22 | 4 | €800K | €1.1M | +25% |
| #10 | Emrecan Bulut Caykur Rizespor | 23 | 3 | €600K | €746K | +20% |
| #11 | Eray Akar Hatayspor | 23 | 3 | €150K | €186K | +20% |
| #12 | Jaurès Assoumou Samsunspor | 23 | 3 | €2.0M | €2.5M | +20% |
| #13 | Kazeem Olaigbe Trabzonspor | 23 | 3 | €4.0M | €5.0M | +20% |
| #14 | Berat Kalkan Kasimpasa | 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)
Basaksehir FK's Berkay Aslan has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 22.5. That means Berat Luş has 10% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty-representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is Galatasaray's Berat Luş with a 22.5 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Tahsin Bülbül of Samsunspor with a 22.5 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty).
How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 22.5 means the upside is 22.5× 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 | Berkay Aslan Basaksehir FK | €441K | €350K-532K | +10% | 22.5 |
| #2 | Berat Luş Galatasaray | €882K | €699K-1.1M | +10% | 22.5 |
| #3 | Tahsin Bülbül Samsunspor | €221K | €175K-266K | +10% | 22.5 |
| #4 | Devrim Şahin Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü | €441K | €350K-532K | +10% | 22.5 |
| #5 | Emrecan Bulut Caykur Rizespor | €614K | €504K-725K | +2% | 6.5 |
| #6 | Eray Akar Hatayspor | €154K | €126K-181K | +2% | 6.5 |
| #7 | Jaurès Assoumou Samsunspor | €2.0M | €1.7M-2.4M | +2% | 6.5 |
| #8 | Kazeem Olaigbe Trabzonspor | €4.1M | €3.4M-4.8M | +2% | 6.5 |
| #9 | Berat Kalkan Kasimpasa | €205K | €168K-242K | +2% | 6.5 |
| #10 | Yusuf Kabadayi Gaziantep FK | €1.2M | €998K-1.4M | +1% | 3.9 |
| #11 | Mehmet Ali Büyüksayar Konyaspor | €203K | €166K-239K | +1% | 3.9 |
| #12 | Jonathan Okoronkwo Hatayspor | €811K | €665K-957K | +1% | 3.9 |
| #13 | Ege Bilsel Bodrum FK | €913K | €749K-1.1M | +1% | 3.9 |
| #14 | Barış Kalaycı Fatih Karagümrük | €1.8M | €1.4M-2.2M | +1% | 3.4 |
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 left winger position shows weak 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)
Basaksehir FK's Berkay Aslan in the U21 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-15.4%. That means Berat Luş captures 13.2% of total market value while representing only 28.6% of players in their age group-showing dominant elite status.
In second is Galatasaray's Berat Luş with a +-15.4% ASC (13.2% value share vs 28.6% player share in U21 bracket). Third is Tahsin Bülbül of Samsunspor with a +-15.4% ASC (13.2% value vs 28.6% players in U21 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-15.4% ASC means the player captures -15.4% 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 | Berkay Aslan Basaksehir FK | U21 | 13.2% | 28.6% | -15.4% |
| #2 | Berat Luş Galatasaray | U21 | 13.2% | 28.6% | -15.4% |
| #3 | Tahsin Bülbül Samsunspor | U21 | 13.2% | 28.6% | -15.4% |
| #4 | Devrim Şahin Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü | U21 | 13.2% | 28.6% | -15.4% |
| #5 | Emrecan Bulut Caykur Rizespor | 21-23 | 86.8% | 71.4% | +15.4% |
| #6 | Jaurès Assoumou Samsunspor | 21-23 | 86.8% | 71.4% | +15.4% |
| #7 | Kazeem Olaigbe Trabzonspor | 21-23 | 86.8% | 71.4% | +15.4% |
| #8 | Yusuf Kabadayi Gaziantep FK | 21-23 | 86.8% | 71.4% | +15.4% |
| #9 | Ege Bilsel Bodrum FK | 21-23 | 86.8% | 71.4% | +15.4% |
| #10 | Berat Kalkan Kasimpasa | 21-23 | 86.8% | 71.4% | +15.4% |
| #11 | Mehmet Ali Büyüksayar Konyaspor | 21-23 | 86.8% | 71.4% | +15.4% |
| #12 | Eray Akar Hatayspor | 21-23 | 86.8% | 71.4% | +15.4% |
| #13 | Barış Kalaycı Fatih Karagümrük | 21-23 | 86.8% | 71.4% | +15.4% |
| #14 | Jonathan Okoronkwo Hatayspor | 21-23 | 86.8% | 71.4% | +15.4% |
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, 4 standard acquisitions, 10 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 €800K. 0 undervalued, 1 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Tahsin Bülbül Samsunspor | €200K | €800K | -0.50 | Fair Value |
Eray Akar Hatayspor | €150K | €800K | -0.47 | Fair Value |
Berat Kalkan Kasimpasa | €200K | €800K | -0.44 | Fair Value |
Mehmet Ali Büyüksayar Konyaspor | €200K | €800K | -0.44 | Fair Value |
Emrecan Bulut Caykur Rizespor | €600K | €800K | -0.19 | Fair Value |
Jonathan Okoronkwo Hatayspor | €800K | €800K | -0.06 | Fair Value |
Berkay Aslan Basaksehir FK | €400K | €800K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Devrim Şahin Beşiktaş Jimnastik Kulübü | €400K | €800K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Ege Bilsel Bodrum FK | €900K | €800K | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Yusuf Kabadayi Gaziantep FK | €1.2M | €800K | +0.19 | Fair Value |
Barış Kalaycı Fatih Karagümrük | €1.8M | €800K | +0.56 | Above Market |
Jaurès Assoumou Samsunspor | €2.0M | €800K | +0.69 | Above Market |
Berat Luş Galatasaray | €800K | €800K | +1.00 | Above Market |
Kazeem Olaigbe Trabzonspor | €4.0M | €800K | +1.94 | Premium |
Market Overview: Süper Lig Young Left Wingers 2026-27
Our database tracked 14 Süper Lig Young Left Wingers in the 2026-27 season, representing 12 clubs with a combined market value of €13.7M. The average market value for Süper Lig Young Left Wingers was €975K, with the average age at 22 years old.
The most valuable young left winger in the Süper Lig was Kazeem Olaigbe, worth €4.0M and played for Trabzonspor at 23 years old. The top 5 Young Left Wingers averaged €2.0M in market value, including Jaurès Assoumou and Barış Kalaycı.
Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young left winger was Berat Luş (19 years, Galatasaray, €800K), while the oldest was Kazeem Olaigbe (23 years, Trabzonspor, €4.0M). Research shows Young Left Wingers typically peak at age 26.
Historical analysis showed 14 Young Left Wingers (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 Left Wingers remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2026-27 season.
How We Rank Süper Lig Young Left Wingers
Our Analytical Strength Index is calibrated specifically for young left wingers, 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 LW
Historical Achievement Index (35%)
Peak career market value for Süper Lig young left wingers, 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 left wingers, capturing recent form, injuries, and current performance level. Weighted to reflect age-related depreciation patterns.
Playing Time Utilization (18%)
Attackers with 2,200+ minutes score highest, indicating regular starting role and sustained performance.
Age-Adjusted Performance Curve (12%)
Attackers peak at 26 with fastest 7.0%/year decline (pace-dependent). 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.
LW Performance Benchmarks
Peak Age: 26 years (peak pace and finishing efficiency)
Decline Rate: Widening steps, not a flat rate: about -5% at 27, -10% at 28, steeper from 29 (earliest onset, pace-dependent position)
Optimal Minutes: 2,200-2,400 per season (high-intensity position requires rotation)
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 26: +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: ±18% confidence interval (most volatile, form-dependent)
Research Foundation
• Dendir (2016): Age-performance curves for young left wingers
• 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 Left Wingers in the 2026-27 season
Who are the most valuable Young Left Wingers in the Süper Lig in 2026-27?
The most valuable young left winger in the Süper Lig in 2026-27 is Kazeem Olaigbe, who is worth €4.0M and plays for Trabzonspor. The second most valuable is Jaurès Assoumou (€2.0M, Samsunspor), followed by Barış Kalaycı (€1.8M, Fatih Karagümrük). Our database tracks 14 Süper Lig Young Left Wingers with comprehensive market valuations updated for the 2026-27 season.
How are Süper Lig Young Left Wingers ranked?
Süper Lig Young Left Wingers are ranked by our proprietary Analytical Strength Index, which is specifically calibrated for Young Left Wingers. 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 Left Wingers peak?
Attackers peak earliest, typically at age 26. In our valuation model, value then falls in widening steps rather than at a flat annual rate: around -5% at 27, -10% at 28, and -15% or more from 29. This reflects the position's heavy reliance on pace, acceleration, and explosive power, which deteriorate faster than technical skills. Research by Carmichael et al. (2020) confirms that forwards peak earlier and decline faster than any other position. The optimal playing time is around 2,200-2,400 minutes per season.
How much does it cost to sign a top young left winger from the Süper Lig?
Transfer fees for Süper Lig Young Left Wingers vary significantly based on market value, contract length, and club bargaining position. For the top-ranked young left winger Kazeem Olaigbe (market value: €4.0M), estimated transfer fees would range from €3.2M to €5.6M 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 Left Wingers?
Our 1-year forecast model projects market value changes for Süper Lig Young Left Wingers 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-attackers have ±18% volatility (most volatile due to form-dependency). 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 left winger data come from?
Our Süper Lig young left winger 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.