Players like Atakan Karazor
CM/CDMVfB Stuttgart · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitAtakan Karazor's profile ↗
The players most similar to Atakan Karazor are Jefferson Lerma, Darko Nejašmić, Enric Llansana. Doppel rates Jefferson Lerma (Crystal Palace) a 79/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Beñat Gerenabarrena scores 80/100 at about €1.0m. Data as of October 2026.
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Atakan Karazor is a robust defensive midfielder known for his exceptional ability to win duels and regain possession in the attacking third, making him a key disruptor in the midfield. With a Sofascore rating in the top 27% of his peers, his durability is impressive, having missed just one game in three seasons. While he may not be a prolific scorer, his high volume of touches and accurate final-third passes highlight his playmaking potential and reliability in transitioning play effectively.
Strengths: Touches, Duels won, Possession won in att. third. Availability: 1 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Atakan Karazor
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jefferson Lermasimilar↗ | Crystal Palace | 32 | €5.5m | 91 | 79 |
| 2 | Darko Nejašmićsimilar↗ | NEC Nijmegen | 27 | €4.1m | 90 | 79 |
| 3 | Enric Llansanasimilar↗ | RSC Anderlecht | 25 | €2.1m | 90 | 80 |
| 4 | Lewis Mileysimilar↗ | Newcastle United | 20 | €27m | 89 | 80 |
| 5 | Roberto Gagliardinisimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 32 | €1.2m | 88 | 78 |
| 6 | Beñat Gerenabarrenasimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 23 | €1.0m | 88 | 80 |
| 7 | Jackson Irvinesimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 33 | €1.1m | 87 | 78 |
| 8 | Matias Galarzasimilar↗ | CA Talleres | 24 | €5.0m | 87 | 78 |
| 9 | Amir Richardsonsimilar↗ | Le Havre | 24 | €3.9m | 87 | 78 |
| 10 | Alexander Prasssimilar↗ | TSG Hoffenheim | 25 | €8.7m | 86 | 78 |
| 11 | Nico O'Reillysimilar↗ | Manchester City | 21 | €76m | 86 | 80 |
| 12 | Youri Regeersimilar↗ | AFC Ajax | 23 | €4.7m | 86 | 79 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Atakan Karazor
≈ 100% Atakan Karazor · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Aerial duels won %
≈ 100% Atakan Karazor · strong: Aerial duels won, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Clearances /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Atakan Karazor · strong: Aerial duels won, Duels won · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Duels won /90, Clearances /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Atakan Karazor?
Statistically, Jefferson Lerma (Crystal Palace) is the closest look-alike to Atakan Karazor — a 79/100 profile match (91/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Atakan Karazor?
By Doppel's fit score, Jefferson Lerma (Crystal Palace) is the closest profile to Atakan Karazor, with a 79/100 overall match. Darko Nejašmić and Enric Llansana are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Atakan Karazor?
Yes. Beñat Gerenabarrena (Athletic Club) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 80/100 at roughly €1.0m.
How does Doppel find players similar to Atakan Karazor?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Atakan Karazor's 2025/26 season, then ranks central midfielders across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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