Players like Salvatore Elia
RM/LMEmpoli · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitSalvatore Elia's profile ↗
The players most similar to Salvatore Elia are Deian Sorescu, Florent Muslija, Aron Dønnum. Doppel rates Deian Sorescu (Gaziantep FK) a 87/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Deian Sorescu scores 87/100 at about €1.6m. Data as of October 2026.
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Salvatore Elia is a dynamic wide playmaker, excelling in creating opportunities and delivering precise crosses. With a Sofascore rating in the top 13% of his positional peers, he consistently generates big chances and contributes effectively with assists, showcasing his offensive prowess. His durability is a significant asset, having missed only two games in three seasons, making him a reliable option for any team looking to enhance their attacking threat from the flanks.
Strengths: Big chances created, Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses. Availability: 2 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Salvatore Elia
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deian Sorescusimilar↗ | Gaziantep FK | 29 | €1.6m | 92 | 87 |
| 2 | Florent Muslijasimilar↗ | Fortuna Düsseldorf | 28 | €1.9m | 92 | 86 |
| 3 | Aron Dønnumsimilar↗ | Toulouse | 28 | €5.4m | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | Jamie Lewelingsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 25 | €37m | 91 | 83 |
| 5 | Rodrigo Gomessimilar↗ | Wolverhampton | 23 | €15m | 91 | 84 |
| 6 | Carlos Vicentesimilar↗ | Birmingham City | 27 | €7.4m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Alexander Bernhardssonsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 28 | €3.2m | 91 | 84 |
| 8 | Tom Fellowssimilar↗ | Southampton | 23 | €7.8m | 90 | 84 |
| 9 | Dilane Bakwasimilar↗ | Lille | 24 | €26m | 90 | 85 |
| 10 | Luis Riojasimilar↗ | Valencia | 33 | €1.9m | 90 | 83 |
| 11 | Sami Ouaissasimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 22 | €8.2m | 90 | 86 |
| 12 | Felix Klaussimilar↗ | SpVgg Greuther Fürth | 34 | €500k | 90 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Salvatore Elia
≈ 100% Salvatore Elia · strong: Shots, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, xG + xA /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Salvatore Elia · strong: Accurate crosses, Sofascore rating · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate crosses /90, Sofascore rating, Big chances created /90
≈ 100% Salvatore Elia · strong: Accurate long balls, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Accurate long balls /90, Successful dribbles /90, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Salvatore Elia?
Statistically, Deian Sorescu (Gaziantep FK) is the closest look-alike to Salvatore Elia — a 87/100 profile match (92/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Salvatore Elia?
By Doppel's fit score, Deian Sorescu (Gaziantep FK) is the closest profile to Salvatore Elia, with a 87/100 overall match. Florent Muslija and Aron Dønnum are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Salvatore Elia?
Yes. Deian Sorescu (Gaziantep FK) plays a similar right midfielder role and rates 87/100 at roughly €1.6m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Salvatore Elia?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Salvatore Elia's 2025/26 season, then ranks right midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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