Best U23 Young Centre-Backs in the Superliga
8 players aged 23 or under · ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Best Young Centre-Backs in the Superliga (Apr 2026)
Ranked by Analytical Strength Score
Market Overview: Superliga Young Centre-Backs 2025-26
Our database tracks 8 Superliga Young Centre-Backs in the 2025-26 season, representing 6 clubs with a combined market value of €13.3M. The average market value for Superliga Young Centre-Backs is €1.7M, with the average age at 22.0 years old.
The most valuable young centre-back in the Superliga is Ousmane Diao, worth €7.5M and playing for FC Midtjylland at 21 years old. The top 5 Young Centre-Backs average €2.5M in market value, including Robin Østrøm and Alexander Busch.
Age distribution shows the youngest tracked young centre-back is Noah Markmann (19 years, FC Nordsjaelland, €300K), while the oldest is Robin Østrøm (23 years, Silkeborg IF, €1.5M). Research shows Young Centre-Backs typically peak at age 27.
Our 1-year forecast model projects 8 Young Centre-Backs (100%) will increase in market value over the next 12 months based on age-curve trajectories, current performance trends, and playing time analysis. The Superliga market for Young Centre-Backs remains actively developing with emerging talent in the 2025-26 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 Superliga
Interactive bubble chart showing predicted 2-year growth vs current age for all Superliga Young Centre-Backs. Identify undervalued assets and track market momentum across 6 clubs with €13.3M combined value.
Age Distribution: Superliga Young Centre-Backs
The Superliga CB market shows 2 distinct age segments, with the largest cohort in the 21-23 bracket (7 players, 88% of market). The 21-23 age group holds the most value at €13.0M, averaging €1.9M per player.
Top Young Centre-Backs by Age Bracket
U21 Years (1 players)
21-23 Years (7 players)
Market Value Distribution
Elite Tier Concentration
The top 1 Young Centre-Backs (13% of players) control €7.5M
Market Tiers
Market structure shows distributed value with mid (€5-15m) tier representing 13% of the Superliga CB pool.
Mid (€5-15M)
Emerging (<€5M)
Club Distribution: Superliga Young Centre-Backs
Among 6 Superliga clubs, FC Midtjylland leads with 2 Young Centre-Backs worth €8.5M (averaging €4.3M per player). The top 10 clubs account for 100% of tracked Young Centre-Backs.
FC Midtjylland (2 Young Centre-Backs)
Silkeborg IF (2 Young Centre-Backs)
Vejle Boldklub (1 Young Centre-Backs)
FC Fredericia (1 Young Centre-Backs)
Player Rankings
Ranked by APE Strength Score. Click any player to view full profile, or click the chart icon to see value history.
Ousmane Diao
FC Midtjylland • 21 years old
€6.5M
€7.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €8.3M
56.7
Robin Østrøm
Silkeborg IF • 23 years old
€1.3M
€1.5M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.6M
34.3
Alexander Busch
Silkeborg IF • 22 years old
€1.0M
€1.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.3M
30.9
Valdemar Lund
Vejle Boldklub • 22 years old
€1.0M
€1.2M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.3M
30.9
Han-beom Lee
FC Midtjylland • 23 years old
€865K
€1.0M
+15.6%
Expected: €1.1M
29.2
Jeppe Kudsk
FC Fredericia • 23 years old
€303K
€350K
+15.6%
Expected: €375K
16.2
Oliver Jones
Randers FC • 23 years old
€216K
€250K
+15.6%
Expected: €268K
12.0
Noah Markmann
FC Nordsjaelland • 19 years old
€259K
€300K
+15.6%
Expected: €357K
11.8
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)
FC Midtjylland's Ousmane Diao at 21 years old has the highest Pre-Peak Value Efficiency at 6.25×. That means Ousmane Diao is valued 6.25× higher than the median player in the 21-23 age bracket—representing exceptional value before reaching peak age.
In second is Silkeborg IF's Robin Østrøm, who is 23 years old, with a 1.25× PPVE. Third is Noah Markmann of FC Nordsjaelland, who is 19 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 6.25× means the player is worth 525% 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 | Ousmane Diao FC Midtjylland | 21 | 21-23 | €7.5M | €1.2M | 6.25× |
| #2 | Robin Østrøm Silkeborg IF | 23 | 21-23 | €1.5M | €1.2M | 1.25× |
| #3 | Noah Markmann FC Nordsjaelland | 19 | U21 | €300K | €300K | 1.00× |
| #4 | Valdemar Lund Vejle Boldklub | 22 | 21-23 | €1.2M | €1.2M | 1.00× |
| #5 | Alexander Busch Silkeborg IF | 22 | 21-23 | €1.2M | €1.2M | 1.00× |
| #6 | Han-beom Lee FC Midtjylland | 23 | 21-23 | €1.0M | €1.2M | 0.83× |
| #7 | Jeppe Kudsk FC Fredericia | 23 | 21-23 | €350K | €1.2M | 0.29× |
| #8 | Oliver Jones Randers FC | 23 | 21-23 | €250K | €1.2M | 0.21× |
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)
FC Nordsjaelland's Noah Markmann at 19 years old has the highest Return-to-Peak Potential at +40%. That means Noah Markmann is projected to appreciate 40% as they reach their peak age in 7 years—representing significant upside before entering their prime.
In second is FC Midtjylland's Ousmane Diao, who is 21 years old, with a +30% RPP (5 years to peak). Third is Valdemar Lund of Vejle Boldklub, who is 22 years old with a +25% RPP (4 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 | Noah Markmann FC Nordsjaelland | 19 | 7 | €300K | €499K | +40% |
| #2 | Ousmane Diao FC Midtjylland | 21 | 5 | €7.5M | €10.8M | +30% |
| #3 | Valdemar Lund Vejle Boldklub | 22 | 4 | €1.2M | €1.6M | +25% |
| #4 | Alexander Busch Silkeborg IF | 22 | 4 | €1.2M | €1.6M | +25% |
| #5 | Jeppe Kudsk FC Fredericia | 23 | 3 | €350K | €435K | +20% |
| #6 | Robin Østrøm Silkeborg IF | 23 | 3 | €1.5M | €1.9M | +20% |
| #7 | Han-beom Lee FC Midtjylland | 23 | 3 | €1.0M | €1.2M | +20% |
| #8 | Oliver Jones Randers FC | 23 | 3 | €250K | €311K | +20% |
Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
Upside potential weighted against forecast uncertainty. Higher RAU = better risk-reward profile.
Understanding Risk-Adjusted Upside (RAU)
FC Nordsjaelland's Noah Markmann has the highest Risk-Adjusted Upside at 58.0. That means Noah Markmann has 19% upside potential with only 0% forecast uncertainty—representing excellent risk-reward for value appreciation.
In second is FC Midtjylland's Ousmane Diao with a 33.7 RAU (10% upside, 0% uncertainty). Third is Han-beom Lee of FC Midtjylland 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 58.0 means the upside is 58.0× 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 | Noah Markmann FC Nordsjaelland | €357K | €308K-407K | +19% | 58.0 |
| #2 | Ousmane Diao FC Midtjylland | €8.3M | €7.1M-9.4M | +10% | 33.7 |
| #3 | Han-beom Lee FC Midtjylland | €1.1M | €942K-1.2M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #4 | Oliver Jones Randers FC | €268K | €236K-300K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #5 | Jeppe Kudsk FC Fredericia | €375K | €330K-420K | +7% | 27.5 |
| #6 | Robin Østrøm Silkeborg IF | €1.6M | €1.4M-1.8M | +7% | 27.5 |
| #7 | Valdemar Lund Vejle Boldklub | €1.3M | €1.1M-1.4M | +6% | 23.0 |
| #8 | Alexander Busch Silkeborg IF | €1.3M | €1.1M-1.4M | +6% | 23.0 |
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 centre-back position shows strong depth (avg Z-score: 0.00). RPI: 0.00.
Position Depth Analysis
Highest Z-Scores
Lowest Z-Scores
Age-Share Concentration (ASC)
Identifies players capturing disproportionate value relative to age group representation. Positive ASC = value concentration.
Understanding Age-Share Concentration (ASC)
FC Nordsjaelland's Noah Markmann in the U21 age bracket has the highest Age-Share Concentration at +-10.2%. That means Noah Markmann captures 2.3% of total market value while representing only 12.5% of players in their age group—showing dominant elite status.
In second is FC Midtjylland's Ousmane Diao with a +10.2% ASC (97.7% value share vs 87.5% player share in 21-23 bracket). Third is Robin Østrøm of Silkeborg IF with a +10.2% ASC (97.7% value vs 87.5% players in 21-23 bracket).
How ASC is calculated: ASC = (% of total value) - (% of total players) in age bracket. A +-10.2% ASC means the player captures -10.2% 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 | Noah Markmann FC Nordsjaelland | U21 | 2.3% | 12.5% | -10.2% |
| #2 | Ousmane Diao FC Midtjylland | 21-23 | 97.7% | 87.5% | +10.2% |
| #3 | Robin Østrøm Silkeborg IF | 21-23 | 97.7% | 87.5% | +10.2% |
| #4 | Valdemar Lund Vejle Boldklub | 21-23 | 97.7% | 87.5% | +10.2% |
| #5 | Han-beom Lee FC Midtjylland | 21-23 | 97.7% | 87.5% | +10.2% |
| #6 | Jeppe Kudsk FC Fredericia | 21-23 | 97.7% | 87.5% | +10.2% |
| #7 | Alexander Busch Silkeborg IF | 21-23 | 97.7% | 87.5% | +10.2% |
| #8 | Oliver Jones Randers FC | 21-23 | 97.7% | 87.5% | +10.2% |
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: 1 immediate targets, 7 standard acquisitions, 0 watch-list prospects, 0 at peak.
BUY NOW - High Upside
WATCH LIST - High Upside
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BUY NOW - Medium Upside
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 €7.5M. 0 undervalued, 0 premium.
Value Positioning vs Peers
| Player | Market Value | Position Median | Z-Score | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Oliver Jones Randers FC | €250K | €1.2M | -1.12 | Good Value |
Jeppe Kudsk FC Fredericia | €350K | €1.2M | -1.00 | Good Value |
Han-beom Lee FC Midtjylland | €1.0M | €1.2M | -0.24 | Fair Value |
Noah Markmann FC Nordsjaelland | €300K | €1.2M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Ousmane Diao FC Midtjylland | €7.5M | €1.2M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Valdemar Lund Vejle Boldklub | €1.2M | €1.2M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Alexander Busch Silkeborg IF | €1.2M | €1.2M | 0.00 | Fair Value |
Robin Østrøm Silkeborg IF | €1.5M | €1.2M | +0.35 | Fair Value |