Under 23 · Süper Lig · 2022-23

Best U23 Young Right-Backs in the Süper Lig

3 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Score

Best Young Right-Backs in the Süper Lig (Apr 2026)

Ranked by Analytical Strength Score

Market Overview: Süper Lig Young Right-Backs 2022-23

Our database tracked 3 Süper Lig Young Right-Backs in the 2022-23 season, representing 3 clubs with a combined market value of €12.0M. The average market value for Süper Lig Young Right-Backs was €4.0M, with the average age at 23.0 years old.

The most valuable young right-back in the Süper Lig was Wagner Pina, worth €5.0M and played for Trabzonspor at 23 years old. The top 5 Young Right-Backs averaged €4.0M in market value, including Festy Ebosele and Joe Mendes.

Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young right-back was Wagner Pina (23 years, Trabzonspor, €5.0M), while the oldest was Wagner Pina (23 years, Trabzonspor, €5.0M). Research shows Young Right-Backs typically peak at age 27.

Historical analysis showed 3 Young Right-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 Right-Backs remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2022-23 season.

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Market Intelligence

Explore Market Size by Position in Süper Lig

Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Süper Lig Young Right-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 3 clubs with €12.0M combined value.

Players Tracked

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By Position

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By Season

2025-26 2024-25 2023-24 2022-23

Age Distribution: Süper Lig Young Right-Backs

The Süper Lig RB market shows 1 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (3 players, 100% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €12.0M, averaging €4.0M per player.

21-23 years3 players (100%)

€12.0MAvg: €4.0M

Top player: Wagner Pina (€5.0M)

Top Young Right-Backs by Age Bracket

21-23 Years (3 players)

1. Wagner Pina(23yo)

€5.0M

2. Festy Ebosele(23yo)

€4.5M

3. Joe Mendes(23yo)

€2.5M

Market Value Distribution

Elite Tier Concentration

42%of market value

The top 1 Young Right-Backs (33% of players) control €5.0M

1. Wagner Pina€5.0M

Market Tiers

Mid (€5-15M)1 players (33%)

€5.0M

Emerging (<€5M)2 players (67%)

€7.0M

Market structure shows distributed value with mid (€5-15m) tier representing 33% of the Süper Lig RB pool.

Mid (€5-15M)

1. Wagner Pina

Trabzonspor€5.0M

Emerging (<€5M)

1. Festy Ebosele

Basaksehir FK€4.5M

2. Joe Mendes

Samsunspor€2.5M

Club Distribution: Süper Lig Young Right-Backs

Among 3 Süper Lig clubs, Trabzonspor leads with 1 Young Right-Backs worth €5.0M (averaging €5.0M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 100% of tracked Young Right-Backs.

Trabzonspor

1 players • €5.0M

Basaksehir FK

1 players • €4.5M

Samsunspor

1 players • €2.5M

Trabzonspor (1 Young Right-Backs)

Wagner Pina(23yo)

€5.0M

Basaksehir FK (1 Young Right-Backs)

Festy Ebosele(23yo)

€4.5M

Samsunspor (1 Young Right-Backs)

Joe Mendes(23yo)

€2.5M

Player Rankings

Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.

Wagner Pina

Trabzonspor • 23 years old

€4.3M

€5.0M

+15.6%

€4.7M€6.0M

Expected: €5.4M

52.9

Festy Ebosele

Basaksehir FK • 23 years old

€3.9M

€4.5M

+15.6%

€4.2M€5.4M

Expected: €4.8M

51.6

Joe Mendes

Samsunspor • 23 years old

€2.2M

€2.5M

+15.6%

€2.4M€3.0M

Expected: €2.7M

40.6

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)

Trabzonspor's Wagner Pina at 23 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 1.11×. That means Wagner Pina is valued 1.11× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.

In second is Basaksehir FK's Festy Ebosele, who is 23 years old, with a 1.00× PPVE. Third is Joe Mendes of Samsunspor, who is 23 years old with a 0.56× 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 1.11× means the player is worth 11% more than typical players their age—making them high-value targets before they reach peak value.

PPVE by Age Bracket

Wagner PinaTrabzonspor

21-23 • 23yo1.11×

€5.0M • 11% above median

Festy EboseleBasaksehir FK

21-23 • 23yo1.00×

€4.5M • 0% above median

Joe MendesSamsunspor

21-23 • 23yo0.56×

€2.5M • -44% above median

Rank	Player	Age	Bracket	Current Value	Bracket Median	PPVE
#1	Wagner Pina Trabzonspor	23	21-23	€5.0M	€4.5M	1.11×
#2	Festy Ebosele Basaksehir FK	23	21-23	€4.5M	€4.5M	1.00×
#3	Joe Mendes Samsunspor	23	21-23	€2.5M	€4.5M	0.56×

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)

Trabzonspor's Wagner Pina at 23 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +20%. That means Wagner Pina is projected to appreciate 20% as they reach their peak age in 3 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.

In second is Samsunspor's Joe Mendes, who is 23 years old, with a +20% RPP (3 years to peak). Third is Festy Ebosele of Basaksehir FK, who is 23 years old with a +20% RPP (3 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 20% RPP means the player is expected to gain 20% value as they enter their prime—making them excellent growth investments.

Recovery Potential by Player

Wagner PinaTrabzonspor

3yr to peak+20%

€5.0M → €6.2M

Joe MendesSamsunspor

3yr to peak+20%

€2.5M → €3.1M

Festy EboseleBasaksehir FK

3yr to peak+20%

€4.5M → €5.6M

Rank	Player	Age	Years to Peak	Current	Peak Forecast	RPP %
#1	Wagner Pina Trabzonspor	23	3	€5.0M	€6.2M	+20%
#2	Joe Mendes Samsunspor	23	3	€2.5M	€3.1M	+20%
#3	Festy Ebosele Basaksehir FK	23	3	€4.5M	€5.6M	+20%

Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)

Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.

Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)

Trabzonspor's Wagner Pina has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 27.5. That means Wagner Pina has 7% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.

In second is Samsunspor's Joe Mendes with a 27.5 RAU (7% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Festy Ebosele of Basaksehir FK with a 27.5 RAU (7% upside, 0% uncertainty).

How RAU is calculated: RAU divides upside potential by forecast uncertainty (RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %). A RAU of 27.5 means the upside is 27.5× greater than the uncertainty—making it a high-confidence growth opportunity. Target RAU ≥2.0 for balanced risk-reward.

Risk-Adjusted Upside by Player

Wagner PinaTrabzonspor

↑7% / ±0%27.5

Range: €4.7M - €6.0M

Joe MendesSamsunspor

↑7% / ±0%27.5

Range: €2.4M - €3.0M

Festy EboseleBasaksehir FK

↑7% / ±0%27.5

Range: €4.2M - €5.4M

Rank	Player	Expected	Range	Upside %	RAU
#1	Wagner Pina Trabzonspor	€5.4M	€4.7M-6.0M	+7%	27.5
#2	Joe Mendes Samsunspor	€2.7M	€2.4M-3.0M	+7%	27.5
#3	Festy Ebosele Basaksehir FK	€4.8M	€4.2M-5.4M	+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 right-back position shows strong depth (avg Z-score: 0.00). RPI: 0.00.

Position Depth Analysis

Total Players

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Avg Z-Score

0.00

RPI Score

Weak DepthStrong Depth

-3.00+3.0

Highest Z-Scores

Wagner Pina+0.93

Festy Ebosele+0.46

Joe Mendes+-1.39

Lowest Z-Scores

Joe Mendes-1.39

Festy Ebosele0.46

Wagner Pina0.93

Age-Share Concentration (ASC)

Identifies players capturing disproportionate value relative to age group representation. Positive ASC = value concentration.

Understanding Age-Share Concentration (ASC)

Trabzonspor's Wagner Pina in the 21-23 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +0.0%. That means Wagner Pina captures 100.0% of total market value while representing only 100.0% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.

In second is Samsunspor's Joe Mendes with a +0.0% ASC (100.0% value share vs 100.0% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Festy Ebosele of Basaksehir FK with a +0.0% ASC (100.0% value vs 100.0% players in 21-23 bracket).

How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +0.0% ASC means the player captures 0.0% more market value than their numerical representation—indicating marquee status. ASC > +15% = elite dominance, ASC < -15% = potential value targets.

Value Concentration by Player

Wagner PinaTrabzonspor

21-230.0%

100.0% value share / 100.0% player share

Joe MendesSamsunspor

21-230.0%

100.0% value share / 100.0% player share

Festy EboseleBasaksehir FK

21-230.0%

100.0% value share / 100.0% player share

Rank	Player	Age Bracket	Value Share	Player Share	ASC
#1	Wagner Pina Trabzonspor	21-23	100.0%	100.0%	0.0%
#2	Joe Mendes Samsunspor	21-23	100.0%	100.0%	0.0%
#3	Festy Ebosele Basaksehir FK	21-23	100.0%	100.0%	0.0%

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, 3 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.

BUY NOW - High Upside

No players in this category

WATCH LIST - High Upside

No players in this category

BUY NOW - Medium Upside

Wagner Pina

23yo • Trabzonspor

€5.0M

Festy Ebosele

23yo • Basaksehir FK

€4.5M

Joe Mendes

23yo • Samsunspor

€2.5M

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

Joe MendesSamsunspor

€2.5M-1.00

Fair value

Wagner PinaTrabzonspor

€5.0M0.00

Fair value

Festy EboseleBasaksehir FK

€4.5M0.00

Fair value

Player	Market Value	Position Median	Z-Score	Assessment
Joe Mendes Samsunspor	€2.5M	€4.5M	-1.00	Good Value
Wagner Pina Trabzonspor	€5.0M	€4.5M	0.00	Fair Value
Festy Ebosele Basaksehir FK	€4.5M	€4.5M	0.00	Fair Value

How We Rank Süper Lig Young Right-Backs

Our Analytical Strength Score is calibrated specifically for young right-backs, 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 RB

Historical Achievement Index (35%)

Peak career market value for Süper Lig young right-backs, 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 right-backs, capturing recent form, injuries, and current performance level. Weighted to reflect age-related depreciation patterns.

Playing Time Utilization (18%)

Defenders with 2,500+ minutes score highest, indicating regular starting role and sustained performance.

Age-Adjusted Performance Curve (12%)

Defenders peak at 27 with 5.0%/year decline rate. 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.

RB Performance Benchmarks

Peak Age: 27 years (balance of physicality and tactical intelligence)

Decline Rate: 5.0% per year (moderate decline as positioning offsets pace loss)

Optimal Minutes: 2,500 per season (regular starter with rotation management)

1-Year Market Value Forecast

Probabilistic model combining age-curve depreciation, value momentum, and playing time factors:

• Age Factor: Defender -5.0%/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: ±10% confidence interval

Research Foundation

• Dendir (2016): Age-performance curves for young right-backs

• 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 Right-Backs in the 2022-23 season

Who are the most valuable Young Right-Backs in the Süper Lig in 2022-23?

The most valuable young right-back in the Süper Lig in 2022-23 is Wagner Pina, who is worth €5.0M and plays for Trabzonspor. The second most valuable is Festy Ebosele (€4.5M, Basaksehir FK), followed by Joe Mendes (€2.5M, Samsunspor). Our database tracks 3 Süper Lig Young Right-Backs with comprehensive market valuations updated for the 2022-23 season.

How are Süper Lig Young Right-Backs ranked?

Süper Lig Young Right-Backs are ranked by our proprietary Analytical Strength Score, which is specifically calibrated for Young Right-Backs. 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 Right-Backs peak?

Defenders typically peak at age 27, with a decline rate of 5.0% per year after peak. Research shows defenders balance physical attributes with tactical intelligence, allowing them to maintain high performance through their late 20s. The optimal playing time for peak performance is around 2,500 minutes per season.

How much does it cost to sign a top young right-back from the Süper Lig?

Transfer fees for Süper Lig Young Right-Backs vary significantly based on market value, contract length, and club bargaining position. For the top-ranked young right-back Wagner Pina (market value: €5.0M), estimated transfer fees would range from €4.0M to €7.0M 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 Right-Backs?

Our 1-year forecast model projects market value changes for Süper Lig Young Right-Backs 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—defenders have ±10% 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 right-back data come from?

Our Süper Lig young right-back data is sourced from APE Global Capital'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 2022-23 season to ensure accuracy for recruitment and investment decisions.