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 83/100 at about €900k. Data as of October 2026.
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Christopher Operi is an attacking left-back who excels in both crossing and key playmaking, making him a vital asset in offensive transitions. With a Sofascore rating in the top 12% of his peers, he showcases exceptional accuracy in crosses and a knack for contributing goals, evident from his 3 goals and 4 assists this season. While his injury history raises concerns about reliability, his aerial prowess and finishing skills highlight his overall quality and potential impact on the pitch.
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↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 27 | €1.9m | 91 | 82 |
| 3 | Luca Netzsimilar↗ | Nottingham Forest | 23 | €7.7m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 89 | 83 |
| 5 | Matheus Bidusimilar↗ | Corinthians | 27 | €7.3m | 89 | 82 |
| 6 | Ismail Jakobssimilar↗ | Galatasaray | 27 | €8.7m | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Vasilios Zagaritissimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 25 | €3.2m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Juninho Capixabasimilar↗ | Red Bull Bragantino | 29 | €7.4m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Quilindschy Hartmansimilar↗ | Burnley | 25 | €16m | 88 | 84 |
| 10 | Alfie Doughtysimilar↗ | Millwall | 27 | €5.2m | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | David Raumsimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 28 | €27m | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Keane Lewis-Pottersimilar↗ | Brentford | 25 | €24m | 88 | 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 closest look-alike to Christopher Operi?
Statistically, Lucas Esquivel (Athletico) is the closest look-alike to Christopher Operi — a 82/100 profile match (94/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
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 83/100 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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