Players like Francesco Gelli
CMFrosinone · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFrancesco Gelli's profile ↗
The players most similar to Francesco Gelli are Karamoko Dembélé, Gonzalo Maroni, Levi Smans. Doppel rates Karamoko Dembélé (Queens Park Rangers) a 86/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Shiloh 't Zand scores 86/100 at about €300k. Data as of October 2026.
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Francesco Gelli is a positional ball-playing central midfielder known for his precise crossing ability, ranking in the top 20% among his peers. While his overall quality sits below the elite threshold, he offers a reliable presence in build-up play despite durability concerns, having missed significant time due to injuries. While he may struggle defensively in tackles and duels, his ability to deliver accurate crosses adds a valuable dimension to his team's attacking options.
Strengths: Accurate crosses. Availability: 21 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Francesco Gelli
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Karamoko Dembélésimilar↗ | Queens Park Rangers | 23 | €2.1m | 95 | 86 |
| 2 | Gonzalo Maronisimilar↗ | Barracas Central | 27 | €1.9m | 94 | 87 |
| 3 | Levi Smanssimilar↗ | SC Heerenveen | 23 | €1.4m | 94 | 90 |
| 4 | Gaetano Oristaniosimilar↗ | Parma | 24 | €4.5m | 93 | 88 |
| 5 | Jonas Therkelsensimilar↗ | Holstein Kiel | 23 | €2.7m | 93 | 84 |
| 6 | Shiloh 't Zandsimilar↗ | Fortuna Sittard | 23 | €300k | 93 | 86 |
| 7 | Ramzi Safourisimilar↗ | Antalyaspor | 31 | €900k | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | Ryoya Morishitasimilar↗ | Blackburn Rovers | 29 | €2.1m | 93 | 86 |
| 9 | Husseyn Chakrounsimilar↗ | Hannover 96 | 22 | €1.7m | 92 | 87 |
| 10 | Nermin Karićsimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 27 | €800k | 92 | 86 |
| 11 | Luis Hasasimilar↗ | Carrarese | 22 | €4.4m | 92 | 84 |
| 12 | Lovro Majersimilar↗ | VfL Wolfsburg | 28 | €8.6m | 92 | 85 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Francesco Gelli
≈ 100% Francesco Gelli · strong: Shots, Accurate crosses · medium reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Accurate crosses /90, Successful dribbles /90
≈ 100% Francesco Gelli · strong: Successful dribbles, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Successful dribbles /90, Shots /90, Sofascore rating
≈ 100% Francesco Gelli · strong: Key passes, Successful dribbles · low reliability
Strengths: Key passes /90, Successful dribbles /90, Possession won in att. third /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Francesco Gelli?
Statistically, Karamoko Dembélé (Queens Park Rangers) is the closest look-alike to Francesco Gelli — a 86/100 profile match (95/100 on playing style). Here "look-alike" means the most similar playing style and output, not appearance.
Who is the best replacement for Francesco Gelli?
By Doppel's fit score, Karamoko Dembélé (Queens Park Rangers) is the closest profile to Francesco Gelli, with a 86/100 overall match. Gonzalo Maroni and Levi Smans are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Francesco Gelli?
Yes. Shiloh 't Zand (Fortuna Sittard) plays a similar central midfielder role and rates 86/100 at roughly €300k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Francesco Gelli?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Francesco Gelli'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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