Players like Ismaël Boura
LBTroyes · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIsmaël Boura's profile ↗
The players most similar to Ismaël Boura are Danny Bakker, Bjorn Meijer, Ross Sykes. Doppel rates Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) a 82/100 overall match — 90/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Danny Bakker scores 82/100 at about €500k. Data as of October 2026.
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Ismaël Boura is a robust aerially dominant left-back, showcasing his strength in the air with a remarkable 4% ranking among his peers. With a Sofascore rating in the top 19%, he consistently delivers quality performances, contributing four assists over 31 appearances this season. While his tackling and duel success could improve, his reliability is evident with only six games missed in three seasons, making him a durable asset in defense.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating. Availability: 6 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Ismaël Boura
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Danny Bakkersimilar↗ | SC Telstar | 31 | €500k | 90 | 82 |
| 2 | Bjorn Meijersimilar↗ | Club Brugge KV | 23 | €2.8m | 90 | 87 |
| 3 | Ross Sykessimilar↗ | Royale Union Saint-Gilloise | 27 | €4.9m | 90 | 83 |
| 4 | Juninho Capixabasimilar↗ | Red Bull Bragantino | 29 | €7.4m | 90 | 82 |
| 5 | Piero Hincapiésimilar↗ | Arsenal | 24 | €46m | 89 | 82 |
| 6 | Daam Foulonsimilar↗ | Royal Antwerp FC | 27 | €1.9m | 89 | 81 |
| 7 | Sergi Cardonasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €8.6m | 89 | 85 |
| 8 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 89 | 84 |
| 9 | Marc Bolasimilar↗ | Watford | 29 | €1.5m | 89 | 82 |
| 10 | Eirik Franke Saunessimilar↗ | KFUM Oslo | 28 | €500k | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Wendellsimilar↗ | São Paulo | 33 | €1.6m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Ismaël Boura
≈ 100% Ismaël Boura · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Ismaël Boura · strong: Aerial duels won %, xG + xA · medium reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won %, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
≈ 100% Ismaël Boura · strong: Shots, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Aerial duels won %, Sofascore rating
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Ismaël Boura?
Statistically, Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) is the closest look-alike to Ismaël Boura — a 82/100 profile match (90/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Ismaël Boura?
By Doppel's fit score, Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) is the closest profile to Ismaël Boura, with a 82/100 overall match. Bjorn Meijer and Ross Sykes are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Ismaël Boura?
Yes. Danny Bakker (SC Telstar) plays a similar left back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €500k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Ismaël Boura?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Ismaël Boura'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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