Players like Erik Wekesser
LB1. FC Kaiserslautern · 2024/25 · ranked by tactical + market fitErik Wekesser's profile ↗
The players most similar to Erik Wekesser are Joaquín Piquerez, Bas Kuipers, Tommaso Augello. Doppel rates Joaquín Piquerez (Palmeiras) a 83/100 overall match — 92/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Eirik Franke Saunes scores 82/100 at about €500k. Data as of August 2026.
About Erik Wekesser
Erik Wekesser is a possession-focused left-back who excels in offensive contributions and aerial battles. His impressive ability to win possession in the attacking third and deliver accurate crosses highlights his role as a creative outlet from defense. While his overall quality places him in the bottom 40% of his peers, his durability is a notable asset, having missed only a few games over the last three seasons.
Strengths: Possession won in att. third, Aerial duels won %, Accurate crosses. Availability: 7 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Erik Wekesser
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joaquín Piquerezsimilar↗ | Palmeiras | 28 | €11m | 92 | 83 |
| 2 | Bas Kuiperssimilar↗ | Go Ahead Eagles | 32 | €800k | 91 | 83 |
| 3 | Tommaso Augellosimilar↗ | Palermo | 32 | €1.2m | 90 | 82 |
| 4 | Derrick Köhnsimilar↗ | 1. FC Union Berlin | 27 | €4.2m | 89 | 84 |
| 5 | Leif Davissimilar↗ | Ipswich Town | 27 | €21m | 89 | 82 |
| 6 | Eirik Franke Saunessimilar↗ | Bryne FK | 28 | €500k | 89 | 82 |
| 7 | Bjorn Meijersimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €2.8m | 88 | 86 |
| 8 | Ryan Gilessimilar↗ | Hull City | 26 | €11m | 88 | 82 |
| 9 | Emanuele Valerisimilar↗ | Parma | 28 | €2.9m | 88 | 82 |
| 10 | Tiago Araújosimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 25 | €2.4m | 88 | 84 |
| 11 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 88 | 83 |
| 12 | Yanis Zouaouisimilar↗ | Le Havre | 28 | €2.3m | 87 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Erik Wekesser
≈ 100% Erik Wekesser · strong: Sofascore rating, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Shots /90, Possession won in att. third /90
≈ 100% Erik Wekesser · strong: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Erik Wekesser · strong: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Erik Wekesser?
By Doppel's fit score, Joaquín Piquerez (Palmeiras) is the closest profile to Erik Wekesser, with a 83/100 overall match. Bas Kuipers and Tommaso Augello are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Erik Wekesser?
Yes. Eirik Franke Saunes (Bryne FK) plays a similar left back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Erik Wekesser?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Erik Wekesser's 2024/25 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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