Players like Christopher Operi
LBBaşakşehir FK · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitChristopher Operi's profile ↗
The players most similar to Christopher Operi are Lucas Esquivel, Daam Foulon, Luca Netz. Doppel rates Lucas Esquivel (Athletico) a 82/100 overall match — 94/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Yuri Berchiche scores 82/100 at about €900k. Data as of September 2026.
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Christopher Operi is a dynamic attacking left-back, excelling in creating chances and providing pinpoint crosses. With a Sofascore rating in the top 12% of his positional peers, he showcases elite delivery and key passing ability, complemented by solid aerial prowess. While his injury history raises some concerns, his impressive contributions in attack — including 3 goals and 4 assists this season — highlight his quality as a reliable offensive outlet from the back.
Strengths: Accurate crosses, Key passes, Aerial duels won %. Availability: 23 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Christopher Operi
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lucas Esquivelsimilar↗ | Athletico | 25 | €7.2m | 94 | 82 |
| 2 | Daam Foulonsimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 27 | €1.9m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Luca Netzsimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 23 | €7.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 89 | 82 |
| 5 | Matheus Bidusimilar↗ | Corinthians | 27 | €7.3m | 89 | 82 |
| 6 | Ismail Jakobssimilar↗ | AS Monaco | 27 | €8.7m | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Vasilios Zagaritissimilar↗ | Almere City FC | 25 | €3.2m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Quilindschy Hartmansimilar↗ | Feyenoord | 25 | €16m | 88 | 84 |
| 9 | Juninho Capixabasimilar↗ | Red Bull Bragantino | 29 | €7.4m | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Alfie Doughtysimilar↗ | Luton Town | 27 | €5.2m | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | David Raumsimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 28 | €27m | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Keane Lewis-Pottersimilar↗ | Brentford | 25 | €24m | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Christopher Operi
≈ 100% Christopher Operi · strong: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Christopher Operi · strong: Sofascore rating, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Duels won /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Christopher Operi · strong: Key passes, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Successful dribbles /90, Big chances created /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Christopher Operi?
By Doppel's fit score, Lucas Esquivel (Athletico) is the closest profile to Christopher Operi, with a 82/100 overall match. Daam Foulon and Luca Netz are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Christopher Operi?
Yes. Yuri Berchiche (Athletic Club) plays a similar left back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Christopher Operi?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Christopher Operi's 2025/26 season, then ranks left backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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