Under 23 · Superliga · 2026-27

Best U23 Young Attacking Midfielders in the Superliga

1 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Index

Best Young Attacking Midfielders in the Superliga (Jun 2026)

Ranked by Analytical Strength Index

Market Overview: Superliga Young Attacking Midfielders 2026-27

Our database tracked 1 Superliga Young Attacking Midfielders in the 2026-27 season, representing 1 clubs with a combined market value of €800K. The average market value for Superliga Young Attacking Midfielders was €800K, with the average age at 20 years old.

The most valuable young attacking midfielder in the Superliga was Mike Themsen, worth €800K and played for Randers FC at 20 years old.

Age distribution showed the youngest tracked young attacking midfielder was Mike Themsen (20 years, Randers FC, €800K), while the oldest was Mike Themsen (20 years, Randers FC, €800K). Research shows Young Attacking Midfielders typically peak at age 26.

Historical analysis showed 1 Young Attacking 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 Superliga market for Young Attacking Midfielders remained actively developing with emerging talent in the 2026-27 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.

Market Intelligence

Explore Market Size by Position in Superliga

Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Superliga Young Attacking Midfielders. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 1 clubs with €800K combined value.

Players Tracked

By League

Premier League La Liga Bundesliga Serie A Ligue 1

By Position

GK CB LB RB CDM

More Positions

CM CAM LW RW ST

By Season

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

Age Distribution: Superliga Young Attacking Midfielders

The Superliga CAM market shows 1 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the U21 bracket (1 players, 100% of market). The U21 age group holds the most value at €800K, averaging €800K per player.

U21 years1 players (100%)

€800KAvg: €800K

Top player: Mike Themsen (€800K)

Top Young Attacking Midfielders by Age Bracket

U21 Years (1 players)

1. Mike Themsen(20yo)

€800K

Market Value Distribution

Elite Tier Concentration

100%of market value

The top 1 Young Attacking Midfielders (100% of players) control €800K

1. Mike Themsen€800K

Market Tiers

Emerging (<€5M)1 players (100%)

€800K

Market structure shows concentrated value with emerging (<€5m) tier representing 100% of the Superliga CAM pool.

Emerging (<€5M)

1. Mike Themsen

Randers FC€800K

Club Distribution: Superliga Young Attacking Midfielders

Among 1 Superliga clubs, Randers FC leads with 1 Young Attacking Midfielders worth €800K (averaging €800K per player). The top 10 clubs account for 100% of tracked Young Attacking Midfielders.

Randers FC

1 players • €800K

Randers FC (1 Young Attacking Midfielders)

Mike Themsen(20yo)

€800K

Player Rankings

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

Mike Themsen

Randers FC • 20 years old

€692K

€800K

+15.6%

€759K€1.1M

Expected: €917K

24.8

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)

1 pre-peak player found. PPVE compares market value to age bracket median to identify exceptional value opportunities.

PPVE by Age Bracket

Mike ThemsenRanders FC

U21 • 20yo1.00×

€800K • 0% above median

Rank	Player	Age	Bracket	Current Value	Bracket Median	PPVE
#1	Mike Themsen Randers FC	20	U21	€800K	€800K	1.00×

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)

Randers FC's Mike Themsen leads with +35% RPP, projected to appreciate 35% over 6 years to peak.

How RPP is calculated: RPP compares current market value to forecasted peak value. Target players with RPP ≥50% who are 2-3 years from peak for significant value appreciation potential.

Recovery Potential by Player

Mike ThemsenRanders FC

6yr to peak+35%

€800K → €1.2M

Rank	Player	Age	Years to Peak	Current	Peak Forecast	RPP %
#1	Mike Themsen Randers FC	20	6	€800K	€1.2M	+35%

Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)

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

Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)

Randers FC's Mike Themsen leads with 37.1 RAU (15% upside vs 0% uncertainty).

How RAU is calculated: RAU = Upside % ÷ Uncertainty %. Higher RAU means better risk-reward. Target RAU ≥2.0 for strong appreciation with manageable risk.

Risk-Adjusted Upside by Player

Mike ThemsenRanders FC

↑15% / ±0%37.1

Range: €759K - €1.1M

Rank	Player	Expected	Range	Upside %	RAU
#1	Mike Themsen Randers FC	€917K	€759K-1.1M	+15%	37.1

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 attacking midfielder position shows strong depth (avg Z-score: 0.00). RPI: 0.00.

Position Depth Analysis

Total Players

0.00

Avg Z-Score

0.00

RPI Score

Weak DepthStrong Depth

-3.00+3.0

Highest Z-Scores

Mike Themsen+0.00

Lowest Z-Scores

Mike Themsen0.00

Age-Share Concentration (ASC)

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

Understanding Age-Share Concentration (ASC)

Randers FC's Mike Themsen leads with +0.0% ASC (100.0% value share vs 100.0% player share in U21 bracket).

How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. ASC > +15% indicates elite players dominating their age group-marquee signings.

Value Concentration by Player

Mike ThemsenRanders FC

U210.0%

100.0% value share / 100.0% player share

Rank	Player	Age Bracket	Value Share	Player Share	ASC
#1	Mike Themsen Randers FC	U21	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, 1 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

Mike Themsen

20yo • Randers FC

€800K

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 €800K. 0 undervalued, 0 premium.

Value Positioning vs Peers

Mike ThemsenRanders FC

€800K0.00

Fair value

Player	Market Value	Position Median	Z-Score	Assessment
Mike Themsen Randers FC	€800K	€800K	0.00	Fair Value

How We Rank Superliga Young Attacking Midfielders

Our Analytical Strength Index is calibrated specifically for young attacking 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 CAM

Historical Achievement Index (35%)

Peak career market value for Superliga young attacking 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 Superliga young attacking 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%)

Superliga 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.

CAM 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 attacking 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 Superliga Young Attacking Midfielders in the 2026-27 season

Who are the most valuable Young Attacking Midfielders in the Superliga in 2026-27?

The most valuable young attacking midfielder in the Superliga in 2026-27 is Mike Themsen, who is worth €800K and plays for Randers FC.. Our database tracks 1 Superliga Young Attacking Midfielders with comprehensive market valuations updated for the 2026-27 season.

How are Superliga Young Attacking Midfielders ranked?

Superliga Young Attacking Midfielders are ranked by our proprietary Analytical Strength Index, which is specifically calibrated for Young Attacking 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 Superliga 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 Attacking Midfielders peak?

Attacking midfielders typically peak at age 26, with a decline rate of 6.5% per year after peak. This position demands high technical ability, creativity, and burst acceleration, which tend to decline faster than other midfielder attributes. The optimal playing time is around 2,400 minutes per season.

How much does it cost to sign a top young attacking midfielder from the Superliga?

Transfer fees for Superliga Young Attacking Midfielders vary significantly based on market value, contract length, and club bargaining position. For the top-ranked young attacking midfielder Mike Themsen (market value: €800K), estimated transfer fees would range from €640K to €1.1M 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 Superliga transactions.

What is the value forecast for Superliga Young Attacking Midfielders?

Our 1-year forecast model projects market value changes for Superliga Young Attacking 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 Superliga young attacking midfielder data come from?

Our Superliga young attacking 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 Superliga sources and updated monthly for the 2026-27 season to ensure accuracy for recruitment and investment decisions.