Players like Emerson
LBOlympique de Marseille · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitEmerson's profile ↗
The players most similar to Emerson are Maximilian Wittek, Maximilian Mittelstädt, Matthieu Udol. Doppel rates Maximilian Wittek (VfL Bochum 1848) a 88/100 overall match — 95/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Maximilian Wittek scores 88/100 at about €900k. Data as of October 2026.
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Emerson is a tenacious left-back known for his aggressive defensive style and exceptional ability to win tackles and interceptions, ranking in the top 1% among his peers. With a solid Sofascore rating, he consistently demonstrates high quality on the pitch, contributing effectively in the attacking third as well. His reliability is underscored by missing only seven games in the last three seasons, making him a durable asset for any team.
Strengths: Tackles + interceptions, Possession won in att. third, Duels won. Availability: 7 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Emerson
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maximilian Witteksimilar↗ | VfL Bochum 1848 | 31 | €900k | 95 | 88 |
| 2 | Maximilian Mittelstädtsimilar↗ | VfB Stuttgart | 29 | €20m | 94 | 86 |
| 3 | Matthieu Udolsimilar↗ | RC Lens | 30 | €7.7m | 94 | 86 |
| 4 | Sergi Cardonasimilar↗ | Villarreal | 27 | €8.6m | 93 | 87 |
| 5 | David Raumsimilar↗ | RB Leipzig | 28 | €27m | 93 | 86 |
| 6 | Quilindschy Hartmansimilar↗ | Burnley | 25 | €16m | 93 | 87 |
| 7 | Yuri Berchichesimilar↗ | Athletic Club | 36 | €900k | 93 | 85 |
| 8 | Quentin Merlinsimilar↗ | Stade Rennais | 24 | €15m | 93 | 85 |
| 9 | Sergio Gómezsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad | 26 | €15m | 92 | 86 |
| 10 | Nuno Tavaressimilar↗ | Lazio | 26 | €13m | 92 | 85 |
| 11 | Alfie Doughtysimilar↗ | Millwall | 27 | €5.2m | 92 | 86 |
| 12 | Junior Firposimilar↗ | Real Betis | 30 | €3.4m | 92 | 86 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Emerson
≈ 100% Emerson · strong: Shots, Accurate crosses · low reliability
Strengths: Shots /90, Accurate crosses /90, Key passes /90
≈ 100% Emerson · strong: Sofascore rating, Tackles + interceptions · low reliability
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Tackles + interceptions /90, Touches /90
≈ 100% Emerson · strong: Big chances created, xG + xA · low reliability
Strengths: Big chances created /90, xG + xA /90, Shots /90
FAQ
Who is the closest look-alike to Emerson?
Statistically, Maximilian Wittek (VfL Bochum 1848) is the closest look-alike to Emerson — a 88/100 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 Emerson?
By Doppel's fit score, Maximilian Wittek (VfL Bochum 1848) is the closest profile to Emerson, with a 88/100 overall match. Maximilian Mittelstädt and Matthieu Udol are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Emerson?
Yes. Maximilian Wittek (VfL Bochum 1848) plays a similar left back role and rates 88/100 at roughly €900k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Emerson?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Emerson'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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