Players like Ismail Jakobs
LBGalatasaray · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIsmail Jakobs's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ismail Jakobs are Giuseppe Pezzella, Vasilios Zagaritis, Aske Adelgaard. Doppel rates Giuseppe Pezzella (Empoli) a 84/100 overall match — 93/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Aske Adelgaard scores 83/100 at about €900k. Data as of September 2026.
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Ismail Jakobs is a dynamic, aggressive left-back known for his exceptional defensive prowess and ability to contribute offensively. With a Sofascore rating in the top 25% of his peers, he excels in duels and tackles, showcasing a relentless work ethic and a knack for winning possession in the attacking third. While he has struggled with injury, his performances when fit underline his value as a reliable and impactful player on the flanks.
Strengths: Duels won, Shots, Tackles + interceptions. Availability: 36 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ismail Jakobs
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Giuseppe Pezzellasimilar↗ | Empoli | 29 | €2.1m | 93 | 84 |
| 2 | Vasilios Zagaritissimilar↗ | Almere City FC | 25 | €3.2m | 93 | 85 |
| 3 | Aske Adelgaardsimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 23 | €900k | 92 | 83 |
| 4 | John Tolkinsimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 24 | €2.4m | 91 | 85 |
| 5 | Youssef Enriquezsimilar↗ | Deportivo Alavés | 21 | €4.3m | 91 | 85 |
| 6 | Luca Netzsimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 23 | €7.7m | 91 | 83 |
| 7 | Liberato Cacacesimilar↗ | Empoli | 26 | €2.3m | 89 | 83 |
| 8 | Mees De Witsimilar↗ | AZ Alkmaar | 28 | €5.8m | 89 | 81 |
| 9 | Yanis Zouaouisimilar↗ | Le Havre | 28 | €2.3m | 89 | 83 |
| 10 | Tobias Mohrsimilar↗ | Standard Liège | 31 | €800k | 88 | 83 |
| 11 | Brando Moruzzisimilar↗ | Empoli | 22 | €1.4m | 88 | 84 |
| 12 | Fabio Ferrarosimilar↗ | FCV Dender | 24 | €1.2m | 88 | 83 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ismail Jakobs
≈ 100% Ismail Jakobs · strong: Big chances created, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, Aerial duels won %, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Ismail Jakobs · strong: Successful dribbles, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Ismail Jakobs · strong: Aerial duels won %, Finishing (npG − npxG · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Ismail Jakobs?
By Doppel's fit score, Giuseppe Pezzella (Empoli) is the closest profile to Ismail Jakobs, with a 84/100 overall match. Vasilios Zagaritis and Aske Adelgaard are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ismail Jakobs?
Yes. Aske Adelgaard (Go Ahead Eagles) plays a similar left back role and rates 83/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ismail Jakobs?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ismail Jakobs'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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