Players like Ismaël Boura
LBTroyes · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitIsmaël Boura's profile ↗
Ismaël Boura is a left-back for Troyes in Ligue 2, having made 27 appearances in the 2025/26 season, contributing 1 goal and 2 assists. Players similar to Boura include Bjorn Meijer from Club Brugge KV, who has a fit score of 87/100, and Ross Sykes of Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, with a fit score of 83/100. Both offer comparable roles and statistical profiles for teams seeking a left-back.
About Ismaël Boura
Ismaël Boura is a robust, aerially dominant left-back, showcasing his strength in the air with a remarkable aerial duels won percentage that ranks in the top 4%. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 31% of his positional peers, he consistently contributes to his team's build-up play, evident in his 4 assists over 31 appearances. While he may not excel in tackling or interceptions, his durability is a key asset, having missed only 6 games in the last three seasons, making him a reliable presence on the flank.
Strengths: Aerial duels won %. 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↗ | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 24 | €46m | 89 | 82 |
| 6 | Daam Foulonsimilar↗ | KV Mechelen | 27 | €1.9m | 89 | 81 |
| 7 | Sergi Cardonasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €8.6m | 89 | 84 |
| 8 | Marc Bolasimilar↗ | Watford | 29 | €1.5m | 89 | 82 |
| 9 | Boy Kempersimilar↗ | NAC Breda | 27 | €1.1m | 89 | 84 |
| 10 | Eirik Franke Saunessimilar↗ | Bryne FK | 28 | €500k | 88 | 82 |
| 11 | Wendellsimilar↗ | FC Porto | 33 | €1.6m | 88 | 81 |
| 12 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 88 | 82 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, 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 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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