Players like Ivan Calero
RBCultural Leonesa · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIvan Calero's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ivan Calero are Anton Gaaei, Jeremie Frimpong, Timothy Weah. Doppel rates Anton Gaaei (AFC Ajax) a 89/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Yhoan Andzouana scores 84/100 at about €800k. Data as of October 2026.
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Ivan Calero is a dynamic right-back known for his attacking contributions and creativity from the flanks. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 31% of his peers, he excels in generating goal-scoring opportunities, evidenced by his impressive shot and chance creation metrics. His durability is a significant asset, having missed only three games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable presence in any squad. While he may struggle in aerial duels, his offensive prowess more than compensates for this shortcoming.
Strengths: Shots, Big chances created, Accurate crosses. Availability: 3 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ivan Calero
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anton Gaaeisimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 24 | €4.8m | 95 | 89 |
| 2 | Jeremie Frimpongsimilar↗ | Liverpool FC | 26 | €36m | 94 | 86 |
| 3 | Timothy Weahsimilar↗ | Olympique de Marseille | 26 | €18m | 94 | 84 |
| 4 | Deian Sorescusimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 29 | €1.6m | 94 | 90 |
| 5 | Yukinari Sugawarasimilar↗ | Cagliari | 26 | €5.0m | 94 | 89 |
| 6 | Yhoan Andzouanasimilar↗ | Konyaspor | 30 | €800k | 93 | 84 |
| 7 | Kevin Van Den Kerkhofsimilar↗ | RC Sporting Charleroi | 30 | €1.6m | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | Marcos Llorentesimilar↗ | Atlético Madrid | 31 | €21m | 93 | 85 |
| 9 | Sidny Lopes Cabralsimilar↗ | Benfica | 24 | €4.1m | 92 | 87 |
| 10 | João Máriosimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 26 | €8.6m | 92 | 84 |
| 11 | Felix Passlacksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 28 | €800k | 92 | 86 |
| 12 | Dodôsimilar↗ | Fiorentina | 28 | €17m | 92 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ivan Calero
≈ 100% Ivan Calero · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Ivan Calero · strong: Possession won in att. third, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, xG + xA /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Ivan Calero · strong: Shots, Accurate final-third passes · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Accurate final-third passes /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ivan Calero?
Statistically, Anton Gaaei (AFC Ajax) is the closest look-alike to Ivan Calero — a 89/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Ivan Calero?
By Doppel's fit score, Anton Gaaei (AFC Ajax) is the closest profile to Ivan Calero, with a 89/100 overall match. Jeremie Frimpong and Timothy Weah are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ivan Calero?
Yes. Yhoan Andzouana (Konyaspor) plays a similar right back role and rates 84/100 at roughly €800k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ivan Calero?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ivan Calero's 2025/26 season, then ranks right backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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